A Cookbook of Simple, Delicious, Empowering Recipes from the Man Who
Really Knows What Men Like
Matt Hranek, the bestselling author of A Man & His Watch, Negroni,
and other books, has a direct line to a certain kind of male reader. He
knows just what they like, what they aspire to, the things that interest
them. And as a real lover of life, especially food and drink, he even
knows what his readers want to eat: When Matt recently posted a selfie
with steak, thousands of fans took the same picture. Now he's poised to
create an even deeper bond with his readers, old and new, with his first
cookbook.
A Man & His Kitchen is like an invitation to Matt's storied country
retreat, the Wm Brown Farm in upstate New York, to learn how to cook the
hundred-plus recipes he considers his greatest hits--simple,
straightforward, and, most of all, delicious dishes to feed yourself,
your family, and your friends. There's nothing precious here, nothing
trendy, just really good classic food that, at the end of the day, is
all anyone wants to eat: Lobster Rolls, Vinegar-Braised Short Ribs,
Roast Chicken with Potatoes, Gravlax, Chopped Radicchio Salad with
Anchovy Vinaigrette, Moules Marinières, Paccheri with Shrimp, American
Diner-Style Omelet, Porcini Risotto, and that steak--two, actually,
Grilled Rib-Eye Steak for One and a Steak au Poivre with Parsley Salad.
And just enough desserts to have in your back pocket, including Berry
Galette, Flourless Chocolate Cake, and notes on the importance of
keeping a stash of Klondike bars in the freezer.
Along the way, Hranek shares everything: what he keeps in his pantry,
how he outfits his kitchen, shopping strategies (never come home from a
trip without a few local ingredients; look for classic cookware at flea
markets and tag sales), his no-waste philosophy for trimmings and
leftovers, and dozens and dozens of pro tips (leave the skin on potatoes
for better-tasting home fries; mix salad dressing in a jar and shake
like hell for perfect emulsification; scissors are the easiest way to
cut homemade pizza and focaccia).
With its beautiful photographs and elegant look, A Man & His Kitchen
is a stunning book, perfect for any man interested in cooking, no matter
what level of expertise--because the real gift of this book is Matt's
enthusiastic voice, encouraging us all to become passionate, attentive,
and confident cooks.
