Intended AudienceTrade
ReviewsThis appealing memoir in essays, which takes readers from the author's early life in North Hollywood, California, through his stints at Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen...is irresistible for home cooks and foodies alike., Add 'outstanding audiobook narrator' to Brown's impressive resumé...He performs his 'essays and ruminations' smoothly and wittily...but it's his funny and quirky opinions...that stay with the listener. A master of the bon mot, he tells stories creatively with an excellent pace and tone. Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.
Edition DescriptionUnabridged edition
SynopsisFrom Alton Brown, the New York Times bestselling cookbook author and beloved culinary food personality, a debut collection of personal essays defined by his flair, wit, and insight. From cameraman to chef, musician to food scientist, Alton Brown has had a diverse and remarkable career. His work on the Food Network, including creating Good Eats and hosting Iron Chef America and Cutthroat Kitchen , has resonated with countless viewers and home cooks. Now, he shares exactly what's on his mind, mixing compelling anecdotes from his personal and professional life with in-depth observations on the culinary world, film, personal style, defining meals of his lifetime, and much more. With his whip-smart and engaging voice, Brown explores everything from wrestling a dumpster full of dough to culinary cultural appropriation to his ultimate quest for the perfect roast chicken. Deliciously candid and full of behind-the-scenes stories fans will love, Food for Thought is the ultimate reading experience for anyone who appreciates food and the people that prepare it.