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Ivan Orkin is a self-described gaijin (guy-jin), a Japanese term that means "outsider." He has been hopelessly in love with the food of Japan since he was a teenager on Long Island. Even after living in Tokyo for decades and running two ramen shops that earned him international renown, he remained a gaijin. Fortunately, being a lifelong outsider has made Orkin a more curious, open, and studious chef. In The Gaijin Cookbook, he condenses his experiences...

The Modern Jewish Table is the new, essential kosher cookbook for every Jewish home, whether you are a reluctant cook or a dedicated balabusta. Bringing their fun, upbeat, and infectious brand of energy to the kitchen, self-proclaimed Jewish Princesses Tracey Fine and Georgie Tarn don their high heels and aprons to revamp the kosher kitchen and raise the culinary bar. It's no longer just chopped liver, chicken soup, and matzo bread; instead, learn...

Winner of the James Beard Award for Best American Cookbook "Between Harlem and Heaven presents a captivatingly original cuisine. Afro-Asian-American cooking is packed with unique and delicious layers of flavor. These stories and recipes lay praise to the immense influence the African Diaspora has had on global cuisine."- Sean Brock In two of the most renowned and historic venues in Harlem, Alexander Smalls and JJ Johnson created a unique take on...

"Enchiladas: Aztec to Tex-Mex is an in-depth exploration of one of Mexico's most historic and popular foods. Illustrated with sumptuous photography, the book showcases more than sixty traditional and contemporary recipes for enchiladas, as well as recipes for the salsas, salads, and sides that accompany them. The enchilada is more than an everyday Mexican food. It is the history of a people--rolled, folded, and flat--that embodies thousands of years...

Good food isn't processed; it's fun to make, exciting to eat, and delicious. Prescott highlights comfort food from around the globe, as well as new creations, that will make you decide to skip the takeout and create awesome food in your own kitchen-- no matter what your skill level.

Collects recipes that meld the culinary stylings of southern India and the American South, including such offerings as green cardamom shrimp étouffée, banana leaf grilled catfish, and clove baked sweet potatoes.

A whole lot of family and food love from the talented Smollett siblings, stars of Food Network's Smollett Eats, and much loved social media and network television stars.

In celebration of Cook's Illustrated twenty-fifth anniversary, this collection has been handpicked from issues of the magazine. You'll find the best versions of everything from everyday basics to complex, showstopping projects. From easy-peel hard boiled eggs to the perfect shrimp scampi, you'll find the answers to all of your cooking questions as well as innovative techniques, kitchen science, and foolproof recipes. -- adapted from jacket

"The internationally bestselling authors of 4 Ingredients return with hundreds of delicious, money-saving, and time-saving recipes using four or fewer ingredients--and all gluten-free!"--

"Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, is an exhilarating, chaotic city with a tumultuous past yet a thriving, vibrant foodie reputation. Perfectly poised between the Middle East and the Mediterranean, Lebanese cuisine is hugely popular -- famed for its varied and flavourful regional dishes that emphasise whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood. Beirut's ever-changing, often turbulent, heritage means that its food has evolved an exciting character...