Publisher's Synopsis
Kish won legions of fans, first by helming two of Barbara Lynch's celebrated Boston restaurants, and then by battling her way back from elimination to win season ten of Top Chef. Her path from Korean orphan to American adoptee, from sometime model to distinguished chef, shines a light on her determination and love of food. Her recipes are surprising yet refined, taking the expected--an ingredient or a technique, for example--and using it in a new way to create dishes that are unique and irresistible. She sears an avocado and pairs it with shrimp, brightening the dish with tart passion fruit. A broth laced with pancetta and Parmesan is boosted with roasted mushrooms and farro for an earthy, soulful dish. Caramelized honey, which is sweet, smoky, and slightly bitter, is spiked with chiles and lemon and served with fried chicken thighs. The results are delicious, inspiring, and worth trying at home.
