House of Velvet and Glass

The Michelin star, James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur is back with the favorite American recipes he loves to share with family and friends.

Charlie Palmer has been at the forefront of great American food since the ’80s. Fresh local ingredients, bursts of flavor, and easy preparation have been the hallmark of his cooking over the years, and this collection includes the best recipes he cooks at home and at his restaurants. Included are over one hundred recipes that any cook can make with ease—from Charlie’s Famous Corn Chowder with Shrimp to Cheese Strata to Prosciutto-Wrapped Zucchini to Baked Lemon Chicken; plus snacks like Crispy Chickpeas and desserts like Double-Trouble Chocolate Chip Cookies, Lemon Shortbread and Fig Crostata. Along with personal reflections on food and family from one of America’s own top chefs, this cookbook will help every family with delicious, easy dinner ideas.