The L.A. Cookbook: Recipes from the Best Restaurants, Bakeries, and Bars in Los Angeles

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Blessed by the abundance of sun, sea, and fertile agricultural land; vibrant Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern, and European communities; and an abundance of talent in up-and-coming mavericks, celebrity chefs, and bold restaurateurs redefining hospitality, Los Angeles is having an unprecedented food moment. Food writer Alison Clare Steingold has collected and curated 100 recipes from the most talked-about kitchens in town, many shared for the very first time. From local favourites to celebrity hotspots, Los Angeles dining culture combines respect for ingredients, relaxed yet confident technique, and a flair for showmanship that can only come from next-door to Hollywood. From cocktails and pantry staples through homemade pizza dough and desserts, The L.A. Cookbook presents the drinks and dishes Angelenos love most, brilliantly adapted for the home.

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"If you want a snapshot of the way Los Angeles eats right now, Alison Clare Steingolds 100-recipe cookbook is the way to find it. From longtime menu stalwarts to modern classics,The L.A. Cookbooksnakes its way through Boyle Heights, Silver Lake, Downtown, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Koreatown and Manhattan Beach, among other neighborhoods, to provide an across-the-city how-to on our favorite dishes."

Author Bio

Alison Clare Steingold left the east coast for sunny Los Angeles more than 15 years ago. A writer and editor covering food, design and travel ever since, she has written for a variety of publications including Architectural Digest online, The Wall Street Journal Off Duty, 1stdibs' Introspective, and Luxury Magazine in addition to her years as a senior editor at C (California Style) magazine. She also works with creative directors to develop strong brand identities in the hospitality and design sectors. This is her second cookbook.