Ten Speed Press
Books for Cooks
310 books found.
College Vegetarian Cooking
Written by Megan Carle and Jill Carle
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Jul 7, 2009
- Price: $19.95
The vegetarian companion to last year's popular COLLEGE COOKING.
Sisters and coauthors Megan (the longtime vegetarian) and Jill (the skeptical carnivore) go veggie in this latest addition to their popular cookbook series written for hungry, on-a-budget, and kitchen-shy teens and young adults. Chapters include Survival Cooking, Cheap Eats, Avoiding the Freshman 15, Just Like Mom Makes, Food for the Masses, Cooking for One, Party Food… Read more »
Jam It, Pickle It, Cure It
Written by Karen Solomon
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Apr 28, 2009
- Price: $24.95
A collection of 75 recipes for making artisan foods and drinks at home.
Food and crafting enthusiasts look forward to the weekends to create, experiment, and stock the pantry with handcrafted edibles and gifts. For creative urban dwellers, the kitchen is a workshop space, and JAM IT, PICKLE IT, CURE IT is its how-to guide. This savvy collection of 75 recipes for creating homemade artisan foodstuffs features delicious projects easy enough… Read more »
Mrs. Rowe's Little Book of Southern Pies
Written by Mollie Cox Bryan and Mrs Rowe's Family Restaurant
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Apr 28, 2009
- Price: $16.95
A sweet collection of more than 65 recipes for pies from the famous, family-owned, Shenandoah Valley institution, Mrs. Rowe's Restaurant and Bakery.
Mrs. Rowe, known fondly as "the Pie Lady" by many of her customers, was the quintessential purveyor of comfort food. Now her family carries on her legacy at her 60-year-old, all-American roadside caf?© in Staunton, Virginia, as well as at the new country buffet, catering business,… Read more »
Rustic Fruit Desserts
Written by Julie Richardson and Cory Schreiber
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Apr 28, 2009
- Price: $22.00
A collection of simple and satisfying recipes for crisps, slumps, buckles, grunts, and other old-timey desserts by a beloved Portland bakery owner in collaboration with one of the region's top chefs.
An early fall cobbler with blackberries bubbling in their juice beneath a golden cream biscuit. A crunchy oatmeal crisp made with mid-summer's sweet nectarines and raspberries. Or a comforting pear bread pudding made with brioche to… Read more »
Zero-Proof Cocktails
Written by Liz Scott
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Apr 7, 2009
- Price: $16.95
A creative collection of 100 recipes for nonalcoholic aperitifs, mocktails, martinis, infusions, wine alternatives, and more, plus food-pairing tips.
Featuring fresh and festive beverages, ZERO PROOF COCKTAILS is the perfect elixir for anyone weary of uninspired liquor-free libations. Tired of the limited choices available to nondrinkers, chef and mixologist Liz Scott set out to create and share tempting zero-proof concoctions that… Read more »
Almost Meatless
Written by Tara Mataraza Desmond and Joy Manning
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Apr 1, 2009
- Price: $22.50
More than 60 satisfying recipes that de-emphasize meat without sacrificing flavor and protein.
Today's conscientious carnivores are looking for ways to eat less meat without resorting to carb-centric diets. ALMOST MEATLESS provides ingenious tips for selecting quality meat, poultry, and seafood on a budget, and using them as enhancements--rather than the centerpiece--in a wide range of old stand-bys and versatile dishes. Timely and on trend… Read more »
Pintxos
Written by Gerald Hirigoyen and Lisa Weiss
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Apr 1, 2009
- Price: $24.95
An authentic small plates cookbook from the top Basque chef in America.
Acclaimed chef Gerald Hirigoyen's sophisticated and delectable small plates, served at his restaurants, Bocadillos and Piperade, set the standard for tapas in San Francisco. This book features 75 distinctive California-inflected versions of Spanish tapas and French Basque dishes (including Salt Cod with Piperade, Roasted Beets with Moroccan Spices, and Oxtail Empanadas… Read more »
Pure Simple Cooking
Written by Diana Henry
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Apr 1, 2009
- Price: $21.95
An everyday cookbook that expertly blends ease and style from one of the UK's leading food writers.
Whether deciding how to dress up a tub of ice cream or determining what fish to choose for a simple weeknight dinner, Diana Henry shows how to make each dish memorable. Her classic recipes focus on enhancing simple food with fresh ingredients and pantry staples, like Pear, Fig, and Prosciutto Salad with Pomegranates and Lamb Chops with… Read more »
Simply Mexican
Written by Lourdes Castro
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Apr 1, 2009
- Price: $24.95
A solid, accessible introduction to Mexican cooking featuring 60 easy and authentic recipes for quick-to-the-table meals.
In SIMPLY MEXICAN, Castro presents authentic Mexican recipes that don't require a fortnight to prepare or extra shopping forays to find rare ingredients. A prodigious traveler who has taught students from all over the Americas, Castro honed her knowledge of fundamental south-of-the-border meals by teaching adult… Read more »
Tacos
Written by Benjamin Hargett and Mark Miller
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Apr 1, 2009
- Price: $21.95
A book of contemporary and classic taco recipes by a best-selling author and chef.¬°Ay, que rica! Tacos--authentic tacos, with soft, warm corn tortillas, succulent fillings, and snappy salsa--are a cherished street food on both sides of the border. Mark Miller adds a chef's sensibility to a lifetime of taco eating and making to this collection of 75 recipes for building delicious and authentic tacos. From classic to creative… Read more »
Takashi's Noodles
Written by Harris Salat and Takashi Yagihashi
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Apr 1, 2009
- Price: $24.95
A collection of 75 recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef Takashi Yagihashi for both traditional and inventive hot and cold Japanese noodle dishes.
Combining traditional Japanese influences, French technique, and more than 20 years of cooking in the Midwest, James Beard Award-winning chef Takashi Yagihashi introduces American home cooks to essential Japanese comfort food with his simple yet sophisticated recipes. Emphasizing quick-to… Read more »
Appetizers
Written by Cindy Pawlcyn
- Format: Non-traditional book
- On Sale: Mar 1, 2009
- Price: $15.95
Cindy Pawlcyn's favorite small plates—appetizers, soups, salads, and snacks—collected from her previously published books, with 10 new recipes from her restaurants.
Cindy Pawlcyn's legions of fans have long made meals of her restaurants' sampler-size starters. Bringing home the biggest trend in eating out, CINDY PAWLCYN'S APPETIZERS offers a tempting collection of recipes designed to satisfy big appetites as well… Read more »
Desserts
Written by Mollie Katzen
- Format: Non-traditional book
- On Sale: Mar 1, 2009
- Price: $14.95
From the best-selling author of the MOOSEWOOD COOKBOOK comes this signature collection of 50 dessert recipes in an appealing, compact easel format for easy reference.
Mollie Katzen has been credited with moving vegetarian cooking from the fringes of American kitchens to mainstream dinner tables. She knows there are few pleasures greater than pulling perfectly moist brownies out of the oven or polishing off the perfect cheesecake. Celebrating… Read more »
Sushi Chronicles from Hawaii
Written by Bonnie Friedman and Dave Kodama
Photographed by John Demello
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Mar 1, 2009
- Price: $24.95
Fresh, innovative Japanese-inspired fare from one of Hawaii's most adventurous and renowned chefs.
In this collection of favorite dishes from his celebrated restaurant, chef D.K. Kodama teaches readers how to recreate exquisite Asian fusion cuisine in their own kitchens. His unique global approach masterfully blends Asian, Hawaiian, American, and European ingredients and techniques in dishes that are as visually spectacular as they… Read more »
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Written by Nancy Radke and John Stage
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Feb 17, 2009
- Price: $19.95
Features more than 100 flavor-packed recipes from Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, the perennially popular, Syracuse-based, honky-tonk rib joint.
The renowned Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is beloved by bikers, blues musicians, and barbeque aficionados for its famous barbeque and colorful regulars. Cooks can enjoy the Dino vibe at home with recipes like World Famous Dinosaur Ribs and Drunken Spicy Shameless Shrimp with Brazen Cocktail Sauce. Including everything… Read more »
Wood-Fired Cooking
Written by Mary Karlin
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Feb 17, 2009
- Price: $27.95
A collection of 100 contemporary recipes for the range of wood-fired cooking options, by Ramekins culinary school's wood-fired cooking expert.
Mary Karlin's enticing recipes explore the diverse flavor characteristics of hardwoods and live-fire cooking methods, from Plank-Roasted Porterhouse or Indian Cilantro-Mint Naan to a hearth-baked Milanese Risotto Tart or Warm Chocolate-Chipotle Cakes. Introductory chapters cover the basics of… Read more »
Tequila
Written by Joanne Weir
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Feb 6, 2009
- Price: $16.95
A connoisseur's guide to understanding and enjoying top-shelf tequila, with 60 recipes for drinks and tequila-infused foods.
Tequila has come a long way from the hangover-inducing protocol of salt, shot, lime, repeat. With tequila consumption on the rise, people are drinking tequila on more occasions, experimenting with new labels, and learning to appreciate the nuances of flavor. TEQUILA is an all-in-one reference for the top-shelf… Read more »
Family-Style Meals at the Hali'Imaile General Store
Written by Beverly Gannon and Joan Namkoong
Photographed by Laurie Smith
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Jan 6, 2009
- Price: $35.00
Family-style dining is back in style and has been re-imagined by one of the most prominent chefs in Hawaii, James Beard Award nominee Beverly Gannon.
On the road to Haleakala, Maui's most famous dormant volcano, is one of the island's favorite destinations--where a laid-back atmosphere and top-flight menu welcome both residents and tourists. Developed from the restaurant's ever-popular repertoire, this all-new recipe collection is scaled… Read more »
Reata
Written by Julie Hatch and Mike Micallef
Photographed by Laurie Smith
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Nov 4, 2008
- Price: $35.00
Sophisticated yet unpretentious Western fare from one of Texas'¬?s premiere restaurants.
A destination restaurant and local favorite, Reata serves up a menu that would make any food lover--cosmopolitan or cowboy--hungry for dinner. Signature dishes like Chicken-Fried Steak and Rodeo Rib-Eye share the spotlight with fancier fare, such as the Tenderloin Tamales with Pecan Mash and Sun-Dried Tomato Cream and the Shoot-Your-Own Maple… Read more »
Artisanal Cocktails
Written by Scott Beattie
Photographed by Sara Remington
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Nov 1, 2008
- Price: $24.95
A lush, full-color collection of 50 cocktail recipes using organic, sustainable produce, handcrafted ingredients, and local artisanal spirits, from the bar manager at the award-winning Cyrus restaurant.
Inspired by the bounty of Sonoma County's organic farms and local distilleries, Scott Beattie shakes up the cocktail world with his extreme twists on classic bar fare. In ARTISANAL COCKTAILS, Beattie reveals his intense attention to detail… Read more »
Home Cooking with Charlie Trotter
Written by Charlie Trotter
Photographed by Kipling Swehla
- Format: Trade Paperback
- On Sale: Nov 1, 2008
- Price: $25.00
More than 130 recipes that make Charlie Trotter's show-stopping fare accessible to home cooks.
Charlie Trotter's most approachable cookbook, HOME COOKING WITH CHARLIE TROTTER is designed for casual home cooks who appreciate top-quality cuisine. Trotter begins by discussing classic methods of preparing food, from braising to grilling to sautéing. He then presents a variety of uptown traditional--as well as an assortment of… Read more »
II Viaggio Di Vetri
Written by David Joachim and Marc Vetri
Photographed by Douglas Takeshi Wolfe
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Oct 1, 2008
- Price: $40.00
The highly anticipated debut cookbook from Marc Vetri of Philadelphia's Vetri Ristorante, considered by many of the country's top food critics to be the best Italian restaurant in America.
Philadelphia enjoys one of the country's most dynamic food scenes, and Marc Vetri is its top culinary talent. Mario Batali called Vetri Ristorante "possibly the best Italian restaurant on the East Coast." Vetri's refined rustic-… Read more »
Lessons in Wine Service
Written by Edmund O. Lawler and Ed Lawler
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Oct 1, 2008
- Price: $24.95
The third book in the LESSONS FROM CHARLIE TROTTER series, dedicated to the art and business of creating and running a successful restaurant wine program.
At Charlie Trotter's eponymous restaurant in Chicago, the innovative and award-winning wine program is an essential part of an extraordinary dining experience. LESSONS IN WINE SERVICE outlines and analyzes the intricate challenges inherent in developing and executing consistently outstanding… Read more »
The Paley's Place Cookbook
Written by Vitaly Paley and Kimberly Paley
Photographed by John Valls
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Oct 1, 2008
- Price: $35.00
Recipes, wine notes, and farm-to-kitchen stories from one of the country's top regional restaurants, Paley's Place, in culinary hot spot Portland, Oregon.
At Paley's Place Bistro and Bar, Vitaly Paley brings French training and international influences to bear on his unquenchable passion for the local foodstuffs of his adopted Oregon. In THE PALEY'S PLACE COOKBOOK, he adapts his food for the home cook, tempting the… Read more »
A16
Written by Nate Appleman and Shelley Lindgren
Photographed by Ed Anderson
- Format: Hardcover
- On Sale: Sep 1, 2008
- Price: $35.00
A cookbook and wine guide celebrating the traditions of southern Italy, from the country's top southern Italian restaurant, in San Francisco.
At San Francisco's acclaimed A16 restaurant (named for the highway that cuts across southern Italy), diners pack the house for chef Nate Appleman's house-cured salumi, textbook Naples-style pizzas, and gutsy slow-cooked meat dishes. Wine director Shelley Lindgren is renowned in the business for her expeditionary… Read more »
