Benu

Benu
ISBN: 9780714868868
Publication Date: 1 May 2017

The debut book from the celebrated, James Beard Award-winning Corey Lee, chef/patron of San Francisco's three Michelin starred Benu and pioneer of modern Asian food.

Uniquely presented as a 32-course tasting menu in which you experience the drama and poetry of Lee's cooking through recipes and beautifully written essays detailing his inspirations and motivations.

Beautiful photography throughout the book evoke Lee's culinary and cultural influences and insightful forewords by Lee's mentor, Thomas Keller and contemporary, David Chang, give you a deeper insight into the creativity of this chef.

About the Author

Korean-born, American-raised Corey Lee (b.1977) is the head chef of Benu, one of America's most celebrated restaurants, and one of only a handful to receive three Michelin stars. Lee brings his background to bear on the food at Benu creating an eclectic, creative, Asian-inspired American cuisine that explores identity, culture and belonging. Having worked at some of the most acclaimed restaurants in England, France and the US, including Thomas Keller's French Laundry, Lee's own restaurant has been proclaimed as the next big American restaurant by both the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal.