Celebrity Chefs & Restaurants

A front-of-the-house Kitchen Confidential from a career maître d’hotel who manned the front of the room in New York City's hottest and most in-demand restaurants....

In her long-awaited memoir, Ina Garten—aka the Barefoot Contessa, author of thirteen bestselling cookbooks, beloved Food Network personality, Instagram sensation, and cultural icon—shares her personal story with those hungry for a seat at her table.

This is Gordon Ramsay's autobiography, the first time he has told the full story of how he became the world's most famous and infamous chef....

An unprecedented behind-the-scenes view into the life of Anthony Bourdain from the people who knew him best....

Long before The Lost Kitchen became a world dining destination with every seating filled the day the reservation book opens each spring, Erin French was a girl roaming barefoot on a 25-acre farm, a teenager falling in love with food while working the line at her dad’s diner....

In Letters to a Young Chef, Daniel Boulud speaks not only of how to make a career as a chef in today's world, but also of why one should want to do so in the first place....

The long-awaited memoir from cultural icon and culinary standard bearer Alice Waters....

In his intrepid, irreverent, and terrifically entertaining memoir, Restaurant Man, Joe Bastianich charts his remarkable culinary journey....

The Line Cook Survival Manual is the third book in the Chef's PSA series. It is intended to help new or even experienced cooks navigate the culinary world with practical advice throughout....

Discover the Kitchen Art of War—the must-have guide for chefs and cooks who want to apply strategic principles to running a successful kitchen. Based on Sun Tzu's timeless classic, this book offers a chef's perspective on kitchen strategy and leadership....

Unlock the Flavors of the Mediterranean: Fast, Fresh, and Flavorful Recipes for a Healthier You! Experience the vibrant heart of the Mediterranean ...

Chef Keith Corbin has been cooking his entire life. Born on the home turf of the notorious Grape Street Crips in 1980s Watts, Los Angeles, he got his start cooking crack at age thirteen, becoming so skilled that he was flown across the country to cook for drug operations in other cities....

Chefs, Drugs and Rock & Roll transports listeners back in time to witness the remarkable evolution of the American restaurant chef in the 1970s and 1980s....

Acclaimed “chef writer” Andrew Friedman introduces listeners to all the people and processes that come together in a single restaurant dish, creating an entertaining, vivid snapshot of the contemporary restaurant community, modern farming industry, and food-supply chain....

An indispensable new guide from James Beard Award-winning food writer Michael Ruhlman....

Get an unprecedented look inside the mind and kitchen of America’s top chef in this memoir and cookbook by Tom Colicchio, the multiple-James Beard and Emmy Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and television personality.

In the first cookbook by a Black pitmaster, James Beard Award-winning chef Rodney Scott celebrates an incredible culinary legacy through his life story, family traditions, and unmatched dedication to his craft....

Hungry is a book about not only the hunger for food, but for risk, for reinvention, for creative breakthroughs, and for connection....

Workhorse is a deep-dive into coming of age in the chaos of New York City’s foodie craze and a razor-sharp look at one woman’s nearly two decades in the New York City restaurant, including her time working with Joe Bastianich....

From his first apprenticeship in France to his Michelin-starred restaurant empire, Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s cuisine is inspired by the freshest ingredients, the simplest techniques, and the drive to make the ordinary perfect. It all started at home....

Chez Panisse opened its doors in 1971. Founded by Alice Waters, the restaurant is rooted in her conviction that the best-tasting food is organic, locally grown, and harvested in ecologically sound ways....

Cohost of ABC’s The Chew and fan favorite on Bravo’s Top Chef, Carla Hall celebrates soul food and gives classic dishes her own fresh twists, with 145 recipes. Hall takes us back to her own Nashville roots to offer a fresh look at America’s favorite comfort cuisine....

Culinary historian Anne Willan “has melded her passions for culinary history, writing, and teaching into her fascinating new book” (Chicago Tribune) that traces the origins of American cooking through profiles of 12 influential women....

If you want become a good chef, this is the right audiobook for you with more than 100 famous recipes....

A beautifully written tribute to the people who teach us to cook and guide our hands in the kitchen, by the founding editor of Saveur....

It's a familiar trope: angry men berating each other in kitchens as pots furiously boil, sauces burn and a giant slab of beef rests in the background. The dominant view of a professional kitchen is one of chaos and pent-up fury - a gladiatorial contest of male ego. Why then do we also hear the misogynistic refrain that women 'belong in the kitchen' if, in a professional context, they're all but erased from them?

Looking to start your own personal chef business, but not sure where to begin? Look no further than "The Home Chef" – the new eBook that will guide you every step of the way to becoming a successful home-based personal chef. In this comprehensive guide, you will learn the skills and qualifications you'll need, as well as how to find your niche in the market as a personal chef. You'll get advice on setting up your home-based kitchen and sourcing quality ingredients from suppliers. Plus, you'll find out how to price your services, promote your business and build a solid client base. This ...

Step into the alluring world of "Food Science Unveiled," a fascinating exploration of the sensory science of food and its powerful impact on the industry. Imagine your curiosity being satiated as you delve into each chapter, carefully crafted to pull back the curtain on the hidden realm of food science. Kickstart your journey with an enlightening introduction to food science, leaving you with not just an overview but an all-encompassing understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a food scientist. Unveil the secrets behind the required educational background, key courses, internships...

From Barn to Cheese Plate is here to kick-start your journey into the world of dairy farming and artisanal cheese making! Ever wondered about the journey milk takes, transforming from being a farm-fresh product to delicious cheese resting on your plate? This eBook is your chance to follow that journey, and even better, to partake in it. Diving deep into the nuances of dairy farming and cheese making, From Barn to Cheese Plate is an interactive guide that helps you appreciate cheese right from its genesis. The book opens with an extensive discussion about the essentials of dairy farming, ...

Delve into the world of subsistence farming with the new eBook sensation "Beyond the Harvest". This comprehensive guide imparts profound knowledge that stretches beyond ordinary farming techniques, highlighting the principles and benefits of self-sufficiency in agriculture. Commence your journey with understanding the philosophy and principles of subsistence agriculture, unraveling benefits as well as confronting the challenges in the first chapter. Venture further to gain insights on selecting the right crops, maximizing small-space gardens, and mastering crop rotation techniques to boost ...