# Raising the Steaks: My Journey to Creating the Best Steakhouse in the World: Nick & Sam's - Hardcover

by **Samir Dhurandhar** (Author), **Steve McLinden** (With)

In a whirlwind culinary tour, taking readers from his chef origins in India to celebrated Manhattan eateries to the famed Nick & Sam's Steakhouse in Dallas, Samir Dhurandhar tells a singular, savory American success story. The author overcame daunting challenges to land a partner role in the Phil Romano-created restaurant Nick & Sam's, earning him the nickname "celebrity chef," despite his humble persona. Find out why A-listers from George Clooney, Shaq, and Diddy to NBA megastar Luka Dončic just had to meet Samir--and become lifelong customers. Read how a chance meeting with cooking legend Julia Child spawned lifelong opportunities: "Samir, you should go to the Culinary Institute of America." Samir retraces the path to his "ultimate honor," cooking as a guest chef at the venerable James Beard House in New York. "Pressure! I'd be taking my place at a kitchen shrine where Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse, Anthony Bourdain, and Charlie Trotter worked their magic." Samir also offers handy kitchen tips and a bounty of Nick & Sam's and personal recipes, including the full feast he crafted at the Beard House. Bon appétit!

**Number of Pages:** 160

**Dimensions:** 0.8 x 9.1 x 6.2 IN

**Publication Date:** June 13, 2023

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- **Price:** 26.0 USD
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- **Type:** Books
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