Smith and Wollensky Steak Book

Alan Stillman, the restaurateur and founder of Smith & Wollensky, invites you to take home the flavor of Smith & Wollensky in this book. Smith & Wollensky: Steak features the story of Smith & Wollensky - and the secrets behind its steaks; the essential facts of steak: what makes each cut special and what to look for in a good piece of steak; cooking methods: how to prepare, serve, and enjoy steak; the finishing touch: choosing the right wine; and recipes from Victor Chavez, Smith & Wollensky's own executive chef, so you can recreate the Smith & Wollensky experience at home.
Photographs take readers behind the scenes to reveal the essence of Smith & Wollensky: the aging room and the kitchen, where the experts in the art of steak prepare the filet mignon, chateaubriand, and other delicious steaks that have made the restaurant a favorite of steak-lovers worldwide.