Man Made Meals

Master griller Steven Raichlen steps away from the grill and into the kitchen to show guys everywhere with all levels of cooking skills how to prepare meals with competence, flair, and some necessary showmanship. (Lots of guys like to show off here they can do that with sharp knives, live fire, and amazing flavour.) From breakfast to dinner to post-dinner drinks and dessert, Raichlen covers all the bases: He describes the Ten Steps to Chilli Enlightenment; and whether to shake or stir a cocktail (yes it matters). You ll learn how to whip up Brioche French Toast, a peppercorn-crusted Twenty-Minute Roast Tenderloin, Candied Bacon Sundaes, and the Tate Old-Fashioned, a classic drink enhanced with a whisper of spice. There are handy tips and techniques sprinkled throughout: testing whether the food is ready, cracking and separating an egg, using salt with finesse. Throughout the book are interviews with Food Dudes chefs and journalists at the top of their game, including Thomas Keller, José Andrés, and Michael Pollan who reveal their tips for beginner cooks, the dishes they cook for themselves when they re alone, and their favourite seduction meals.