Peter Kaminsky 
Essential New York Times Grilling Cookbook 
More Than 100 Years of Sizzling Food Writing and Recipes

Get fired up with recipes and essays from Craig Claiborne, Mark Bittman, Jacques Pepin, Florence Fabricant, Sam Sifton, and other culinary superstars!Over the past century, the New York Times has published thousands of articles on barbecuing and grilling, along with mouthwatering recipes-and this unique collection gathers the very best. These essential pieces are worth savoring not only for their time-tested advice and instruction, but also for the quality of the storytelling: Even non-cooks will find them a delight to read. Almost all of the newspaper’s culinary "family" weighs in here, along with both renowned chefs and everyday tailgaters. The famous names include bestselling author Mark Bittman, who contributes the foreword as well as several essays and recipes; pioneer food critic Craig Claiborne ("French Thoughts on U.S. Barbecue"), Pierre Franey (Loin Lamb Steaks with Rosemary), the beloved Florence Fabricant (Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cakes), Jacques Pepin (Grilled Tabasco Chicken), Molly O’Neill ("Splendor in the Lemongrass"), Alfred Portale, Mimi Sheraton, Sam Sifton, and many more. With everything from barbecue basics to expert tips, from healthy vegetarian fare to heart-attack-inducing meaty indulgences, this "eclectic selection of outdoor cooking recipes and stories" is a treat for everyone (Publishers Weekly).