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by Thomas Straker (Author)
"Not just a viral hot property but an experienced and talented chef." -NIGELLA LAWSON
This is Food You Want to Eat-a stunning debut cookbook from chef and "All Things Butter" creator Thomas Straker, hungrily awaited by his 5 million followers across the world. Thomas Straker is at the forefront of a new generation of chefs breaking down the barriers between professionals and home cooks-and he knows exactly the food they all want to eat. A classically trained chef and owner of Straker's restaurant, he's grown a millions-strong following for his flavor-led, seasonal dishes prepared with style and panache. Now, in his debut book, Straker places his culinary chops on the table in front of his legions of hungry fans, featuring refined, ambitious, delicious recipes like Fresh Gnocchi with Broad Beans and Pesto, Mozzarella di Buffala with Confit Fennel and Chili, Bone Marrow Butter, Chocolate Mousse with Caramel and Hazelnuts, and so much more. No matter your knife skills, this is Food You Want to Eat.Author Biography
Thomas Straker is a classically trained chef and owner of Straker's restaurant. He started his journey as a chef after leaving school in 2008, but really it began long before that, growing in Herefordshire where his parents kept special breed sheep, and he prides himself on his deep knowledge of produce and good farming. Tom's mother also owned a local pub where he gained his first exposure to commercial kitchens at the ripe old age of 12.
He has worked in some of London's top restaurants including The Dorchester, Dinner and Elystan Street. Tom has since begun to make cooking videos and amassed over 5 million followers worldwide, including millions on both TikTok and Instagram, and his #AllThingsButter series has been viewed over one billion times. Tom's first restaurant, Straker's, was opened to critical acclaim and has been cited as one of the most sought-after tables in London. This is his debut cookbook. He lives in London.
Number of Pages: 288
Dimensions: 1 x 9.8 x 7.5 IN
Publication Date: August 12, 2025
