Releasing from Weldon Owen on June 25, 2024

Salt & Shore: Recipes from the coastal south

In "Salt & Shore," Kassady and I invite you to embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant coastal communities of the South. Within the pages of this cookbook, you'll discover more than 120 of our favorite seafood recipes and libations inspired by the salt-kissed air and watery byways that define our region.

This cookbook is a celebration of Southern cooking, hospitality, and culture, infused with our passion for sustainable eating, civil rights, and environmental activism. Through our recipes and stories, we aim to inspire informed choices that not only tantalize the taste buds but also support coastal resiliency and marine ecosystem health.

Each recipe within "Salt & Shore" is a loving tribute to the bounty of the sea, crafted with care and attention to detail. From the zesty flavors of Creole bay scallop ceviche to the comforting warmth of whole fish gumbo pot, every dish reflects our deep connection to the coastal landscape.

We've also included techniques and expert tips to empower cooks of all levels to master preparing and serving seafood dishes and cocktails at home. Whether it's learning how to filet fish, handle shellfish, or craft drinks around simple fresh ingredients, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Throughout the book, you'll find personal narratives and features that spotlight local organizations and tie-in topics such as sea salt, seaweed, and oysters. We're proud to showcase the work of Southern coastal organizations and farms that are leading the way in seafood sustainability and conservation efforts.

"Sustainable eating and drinking is at the heart of "Salt & Shore." We're committed to supporting local fisheries that follow responsible harvesting methods and highlighting seafood species that are abundant and well-managed. Our zero-landfill cocktails are a testament to our dedication to minimizing waste and preserving our coastal ecosystems.

As active members of the culinary community, we believe in the power of engagement and collaboration. From serving as chef lead for the Environmental Defense Fund to participating in the James Beard Foundation's Smart Catch Impact program, we're dedicated to making a difference.

In "Salt & Shore," we offer a broad perspective on seafood that encompasses sustainability, local organizations, and social responsibility. We recognize the interconnectedness of environmental issues, social justice, and food systems—and we're committed to driving positive change every step of the way.

American burger revival: brazen recipes to electrify a timeless classic

Editorial Reviews

“For me, the burger has always been a mix of emotions: the satisfaction I felt seeing people gobble up the patties I flipped at my parents' diner as a kid; the reckless freedom of cruising through the drive thru with my high school friends; the embarrassment of defending the burger to Michelin-starred cooks in Europe as a culinary student. ... Reading Samuel and Richard's book will inevitably give you that same dose of deep-rooted nostalgia and inspire your own memorable burger creations."
-Chef Grant Achatz, Alinea, Next, and Aviary

"A 'best cookbook of the year' roundup is nothing without a great burger book, just like we as food enthusiasts are nothing without great burgers. The award-winning dream team of Boston chef and burger blogger Richard Chudy and partner chef Samuel Monsour unleashed American Burger Revival: Brazen Recipes to Electrify a Timeless Classic on a hungry, eager audience this year. Earnest in its goal of serving the country a better burger and wildly inventive in its manners of doing so (you need custom burger blends in your culinary life), this is a book for everyone who's ever lovingly transferred a juicy patty to a bun and marveled in the blank canvas that is a slightly charred, perfectly fatty, medium-rare burger waiting to receive its toppings. Break down their favorite beasts, like the instantly superior McMayor, add all kinds of wondrous accoutrements to your repertoire, from the tart and pickled to the cheesy, melty, fried and cheesy-fried (ever had panko-crusted burrata on your burger?) and let these two dedicated grillmasters take you along for the ride of a lifetime." -Jess Kapadia, Food Republic

"Calling all burger lovers: Here's a look inside a cookbook made just for you." -Khushbu Shah, Eater National

About the Book

Bold new burgers are appearing on the menus of the country's top restaurants, reverently prepared by some of the nation's best chefs. The burger has become a fine dining event, expertly crafted and fiendishly devoured. Allow award-winning chef Samuel Monsour and noted burger critic and chef Richard Chudy to serve as your guides in this brave new world, bringing that energy and creativity to your own kitchen and backyard. With a fearless do-it-yourself spirit and respect for the gritty, authentic flavors of American cuisine, Monsour and Chudy share 120 mouthwatering recipes to set your grills ablaze. No top-down, ordinary themed burgers here. Instead, these renegade chefs provide you with the inspiration to realize your own wild creations. (See their baker s dozen of outrageously stacked burger centerfolds to fire up your imagination.) Organized by the elements it takes to reach burger nirvana and sizzling with dynamic writing and design, American Burger Revival will feed the souls of ambitious, devoted burger lovers everywhere. Stoke the coals and prepare to see the light.