MADE IN AMERICA – Fishing with Chefs Launch Party October 23rd, 2011

To celebrate the release of my book MADE IN AMERICA:Our Best Chefs Reinvent Comfort Food I am proud to announce the Made in America Fishing Trip, Sunday October 23, 2011 at 12.30pm out of San Pedro, California. There are a limited number of tickets being released to the public – be quick to hook one… this is the one of the most exclusive foodie events this fall.

Want to Come Fishing?

Lucy Lean, Donato Poto, Michael Cimarusti, Alain Giraud and Andrea Cavaliere

Rock Star Chefs

A who’s who of LA chefs is joining me, Lucy Lean, for fishing fun, lots of eating and a celebration of the book out on the high seas. This trip celebrates the chefs and the food of MADE IN AMERICA: Michael Cimarusti and Donato Poto (Providence), Josiah Citrin (Mélisse), Brendan Collins (Waterloo and City), Andrea Cavaliere (Cecconi’s), Alain Giraud (Maison Giraud), Waylynn Lucas (formerly of The Bazaar, now fonuts), Brian Moyers (BLT Steak) John-Carlos Kuramoto (Michael’s Restaurant), Dave Danhi (The Grilled Cheese Truck), Mariah Swan (Grace and BLD) and flying in from Las Vegas pastry chef Douglas Taylor (B&B).

Andre Cavaliere from Ceconni’s making kobe truffle sliders in the galley

Gourmet American Food and Drinks

The chefs will all bring tastes of MADE IN AMERICA – be it from their own recipe in the book or a classic American dish they want to share: Kobe Beef Truffle Sliders from Cecconi’s, Chocolate Chip Cookies from Providence, Grilled Cheese, Doughnuts, Pizza, Cobb Salad, Mushroom Soup, Mac n Cheese – the menu is going to be out of this world and all made in America.  Rick Moonen Lobster Rolls, David Levevre MB Post Heirloom Tomato Salad with Lemon Ricotta, LA Mill iced coffee and Dark and Stormy cocktails were highlights of previous trips – the chefs don’t disappoint when it comes to the delicacies they bring aboard for all to enjoy. Matt Biancaniello from the Library Bar at the Roosevelt Hotel will be coming aboard to mix us all some farmers’ market inspired cocktails – last time he brought most of the market with him and set up a bar, I’m still dreaming about the passion fruit prosecco concoction that went straight to my head. Cheers Matt for braving the high seas once more.

Michael Cimarusti and Lucy Lean fishing with Made in America

Hook a VIP Ticket to Fish with Chefs

If you would like the opportunity to fish with this esteemed bunch in such an intimate up close and personal setting there are a limited number of VIP tickets ($150) available to the public via Brown Paper Tickets (Event 191920). The ticket price includes a signed copy of MADE IN AMERICA.

Chef Rick Moonen with Made in America on the last Fishing Trip with LA Chefs

The Book

With 100 great chefs from around the country MADE IN AMERICA brings the sophistication of these giants into the home without the usual level of difficulty associated with restaurant recipes. Each recipe is accompanied by full color photography by me, as well as an introduction to the chef, their restaurant and the history of classic American food.

Chefs Josiah Citrin and David Lefevre shuck oysters on a previous LA Chefs fishing trip

The Buzz

“Made in America is a celebration of the contemporary American
food landscape. Be inspired by some of this nation’s finest
and most influential chefs as they help you navigate
from coast to coast.” Bobby Flay

“Lucy Lean has given us a unique perspective
on classic American dishes, bringing
a modern chef’s twist to our
nationally-treasured favorites.” Joe Bastianich

“Lucy’s genuine love of good food
jumps off every page of this beautiful book. I can’t wait to make my way through every recipe.” Curtis Stone

The LA Chefs and Their Recipes

Here’s a complete list of the local chefs in MADE IN AMERICA: OUR BEST CHEFS REINVENT COMFORT FOOD, along with their mouthwatering recipes:

Jose Andres: The Bazaar, Los Angeles, CA 
Chicken Wings, Jicama Guacamole Wraps
Andrea Cavaliere: Cecconi’s, Los Angeles, CA
 Pizza, Pecorino, and Quail’s Egg
Michael Cimarusti: Providence, Los Angeles, CA 
Baked Halibut with Tomatoes
Josiah Citrin: Mélisse, Los Angeles, CA
 Mushroom Soup
Brendan Collins: Waterloo & City, Los Angeles, CA
 Shepherd’s Pie
Vinny Dotolo and Jon Shook: Animal, Los Angeles, CA
 Marrow Bone with Chimichurri, and Caramelized Onions
Alain Giraud: Maison Giraud, Los Angeles, CA
 Potato, Bacon, and Caramelized Onion Omelet
Suzanne Goin: Lucques, Los Angeles, CA 
Chicken Paillard
Evan Kleiman: Angeli Caffe, Los Angeles, CA
 Apple Chess Pie
Ludo Lefebvre: LudoBites, Los Angeles, CA 
Duck Fat Fried Chicken, Piquillos Ketchup
Waylynn Lucas: fonuts, Los Angeles, CA 
Baked Alaska
Michael McCarty: Michael’s, Los Angeles, CA
 Cobb Salad, Cinnamon Buns
Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger: Border Grill, Los Angeles, CA
 Green Corn Tamales
David Myers: Comme Ca, Los Angeles, CA
 Pain Perdu Crème Brûlée French Toast with Sugar and Spices, Maple Syrup
Brian Moyers: BLT, Los Angeles, CA 
Popovers
Wolfgang Puck: Spago, Los Angeles, CA 
Chinois Chicken Salad
Richard Ruskell: Montage Hotel, Beverley Hills, CA
 Pumpkin Pie with Gingersnap Crust
Nancy Silverton: Mozza, Los Angeles, CA 
English Muffin for Breakfast Sandwich
Curtis Stone: Los Angeles, CA 
Outdoor Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Nectarine Chutney
Mariah Swan: BLD & Grace, Los Angeles, CA 
Alcoholic Milkshakes and Doughnuts
Michael Voltaggio: Ink, Los Angeles, CA
 Modern Mock Turtle Soup
Sherry Yard: Spago, Los Angeles, CA 
Banana Crackle Pudding

Don’t Delay – Buy Today

VIP tickets ($150) available to the public via Brown Paper Tickets (Event 191920)

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