by Alice Waters
First published 2024
Tyler Florence opens his grilling arsenal to home cooks ready to master fire and flavor. The Food Network star and restaurateur breaks down the fundamentals of charring, caramelizing, and marinating that separate amateur grillers from true pitmasters. Florence guides readers through perfecting steaks, coaxing sweetness from grilled fruits and vegetables, and handling delicate fish over open flames. His recipes transform familiar favorites into showstoppers. Barbeque Chicken Lollipops get a gourmet makeover. Calabrian Chile Buffalo Shrimp Skewers bring heat and sophistication to seafood. Even vegetables shine in his Grilled Ratatouille that captures summer in every bite. Florence combines his restaurant expertise with accessible home cooking wisdom, turning any backyard into a destination for exceptional American comfort food.
Genres: american, cooking, food-and-drink, food-writing
Vibes: cozy, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: accessible, expert-advice, transformation
Setting: America
Period: 21st-century
256 pages · Hardcover · Harry N. Abrams