My guest this week is New York Times best selling author Steven Raichlen with his latest book; “Project Griddle.”
Project Griddle: The Versatile Art of Grilling on a Flattop
From America’s bestselling grilling authority, an essential guide to Griddles, including delicious recipes and the do’s and don’t’s of grilling.
Prized for their accessibility and versatility—and because they’re so much fun to use—griddles (also known as planchas and flat-tops) are soaring in popularity. Project Griddle features the trademark Raichlen approach, with plenty of practical cooking techniques and nearly 80 hunger-inducing recipes. It traces the history and geography of griddling, from the teppan of Japan to the plancha of Spain to champa grilling in South America. A gear chapter showcases the various types of stand-up and portable flattops and planchas, plus the requisite accessories, how to season and maintain a griddle, how to oil and cook on it, with chefs’ shortcuts, and some pitfalls to watch out for. Get a copy NOW!
And then there are the recipes—each one as outrageously delicious and foolproof as the last, for classics like the crispiest smash burgers and tapas bar shrimp to an entire suite of heretofore un-grillable foods—egg-and-bacon breakfast feasts, potato latkes, crepes, French toast, and smoky fried rice. It’s Project Smoke for griddles—and don’t think of buying one without its guidance.
Hailed as America’s “Master Griller” (Esquire) and “the Julia Child of BBQ” (Los Angeles Times), Steven Raichlen has written 30+ books, which have won 5 James Beard Awards, 3 IACP Awards, and have been translated into 17 languages. Raichlen hosts four popular television series: Planet Barbecue, Project Fire, Project Smoke, and Primal Grill. He is an inductee into the Barbecue Hall of Fame and Taste Awards Hall of Fame.
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Good Life Guy’s Wine of the Week:
2021 Drew Valenti Ranch Syrah, Mendocino ridge, California
High on a Mendocino mountain, Jason and Molly Drew receive attention for Pinot Noir, but their sleek, fresh Syrahs are astonishing. Here, aromas of pine, mint leaf, black and green peppercorns and a firm mineral side underscores gorgeous fruit. Firm tannins linger on the finish with flavors of boysenberry, red currants, forest floor complimented by great cool climate black fruit. ABV13% (remarkably low!)
Wine & Spirits 98 points