Description
A unique, inspiring and intimate celebration of contemporary Mediterranean cuisine from award-wining chef Michael Psilakis - 'the Greek-American Mario Batali' (The New Yorker)
About the Author
A long time front-of-house man with no professional cooking experience, Michael Psilakis took control of the kitchen when, as owner of his Long Island restaurant, Ecco, his chef simply failed to show up for work one night. Since then, his star as a chef and entrepreneur has risen considerably
Reviews
New York City goes Greek...but no-one does it as luminously as Michael Psilakis * - Gourmet, August 2007 'Michael Psilakis elevates Greek cuisine to Olympian heights' *
- Time Out New York 'Michael has single-handedly transformed the Western idea of Greek food as we know it. He deserves every bit of the attention he's got. The future is his * - Anthony Bourdain 'Michael Psilakis is a true original. While respecting the savory traditions of Greek cookery, he has been able to refine it into a modern global cuisine. How to Roast a Lamb gives the home cook every indication of just how wonderful G *
John Mariani, Esquire MAGAZINE Food AND Travel columnist
Awards
Commended for IACP Crystal Whisk Award (Chefs/Restaurants) 2010.
Book Information
ISBN 9780316041218
Author Michael Psilakis
Format Hardback
Page Count 304
Imprint Little, Brown & Company
Publisher Little, Brown & Company
Weight(grams) 1332g
Dimensions(mm) 260mm * 212mm * 32mm