Chefwise by Shari Bayer - ISBN: 9781838666231
Hardcover
Culinary wisdom: Top chefs share secrets to success in and out kitchen.

Chefwise

Life Lessons from Leading Chefs Around the World

$28.22

  • Hardcover

    384 pages

  • Release Date

    26 April 2023

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Summary

The world’s leading chefs offer inspiration, advice, and life lessons from both in and out of the kitchen.

To become a great chef or to run a top restaurant, you need to learn from those who have already been there and done it: the chefs. In this unique book, author Shari Bayer has collected the wisdom of Michelin-star celebrities, rising professionals, and restaurant owners all over the world to provide essential insider advice for all aspiring chefs and culinary business people.

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781838666231
ISBN-10:1838666230
Author:Shari Bayer
Publisher:Phaidon Press Ltd
Imprint:Phaidon Press Ltd
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:384
Release Date:26 April 2023
Weight:664g
Dimensions:30mm x 137mm x 203mm
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B-Format
Chefwise by Shari Bayer - ISBN: 9781838666231
137 × 203 mm
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A4
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What They're Saying

Critics Review

‘To work in hospitality for the long haul, you need sources of inspiration that go beyond menu ideas. Shari Bayer’s book [Chefwise] sets out to fill that need.’ – Plate Magazine

‘Shari Bayer has written a definitive account of what motivates talented chefs to cook with inspiration, innovation and ambition. There is a wealth of compelling information in this engaging book that will entertain and educate you.’ – Drew Nieporent, Restaurateur: Nobu, Tribeca Grill, Batard


‘In Chefwise, Shari Bayer distills the thought processes of some of today’s most renowned chefs to discover their motivations for creativity in the kitchen.’ – Carla Hall, Chef, Author, Television Host

‘A vibrant and inspiring collection of personal journeys that illustrate the many diverse paths to becoming a great Chef, Chefwise is essential mise en place shared by an honor roll of the best of the best.’ – Danny Meyer, Author, Setting The Table


‘Shari Bayer has gotten to know the most insightful chefs around the world… In her book Chefwise, she gets indispensable advice and wisdom from a robust roster of international talents, exploring critical topics such as leadership, work-life balance and activism.’ – Dana Cowin, Founder, Speaking Broadly


‘This book gets right to the heart and soul of what it takes to thrive– not just in the culinary world but in any field, and in life in general. It’s brimming with insights and practical wisdom for cultivating passion, purpose, skills, leadership, community and more, following the torches lit by the most successful chefs in the world. Read it and be inspired!’ – Ellie Krieger, Food Network and PBS show host, and James Beard Award winning cookbook author
‘Jam-packed with words of inspiration, riveting stories of momentous success and heartbreaking failure, vulnerability and honest reflection, Chefwise is a compendium of wisdom and valuable business acumen from the world’s hardest-working and talented culinary pros. There’s much to learn on every page, not just for restaurant chefs and cooks, but for industry enthusiasts at every level, and far beyond!’ – Gail Simmons, Food Expert, TV Host and Author of Bringing It Home
Chefwise was crafted from the perspective of a writer that has earned trust in our culinary community. This book provides real insights into the depths of what makes our industry so challenging, so rewarding, and so delicious. For all the dark clouds we may face, food and feeding provides an abundance of silver linings.’ – Michel Nischan, Chef, Author and Food Equity Advocate

About The Author

Shari Bayer

Shari Bayer has over thirty years of experience in the hospitality industry, from working the floor at Charlie Trotter’s restaurant in Chicago to founding the NYC PR agency, Bayer Public Relations in 2003, and establishing her podcast, All in the Industry on Heritage Radio Network, a member-supported radio station with more than one million monthly listeners worldwide.

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