The Delmonico Way: Sublime Entertaining and Legendary Recipes from the Restaurant That Made New York

Delmonico's, a storied New York City restaurant, has been a dining landmark for over a century, serving celebrities and influential figures. Oscar Tucci, who purchased the restaurant in 1926, introduced a la carte dining and the Delmonico Way, a strict code of hospitality. This book, written by Tucci's grandson, Max, offers insights into the restaurant's history and provides entertaining tips and recipes to recreate its glamour at home.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications

Delmonico's, a legendary establishment nestled in the heart of Wall Street, has been a dominant force in New York City's restaurant scene for over a century. Withstanding the challenges of Prohibition, the stock market crash of 1929, and the ever-changing whims and demands of a celebrity clientele that has included Marilyn Monroe, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Gypsy Rose Lee, Delmonico's has remained an iconic symbol of fine dining. Oscar Tucci, who acquired the restaurant from the Delmonico family in 1926, is a culinary legend whose influence can still be seen in modern dining practices. Tucci introduced a la carte dining and white tablecloths to the dining room, pioneered the concept of the Power Lunch, and established a strict code of hospitality, etiquette, and operations known as the Delmonico Way.

This captivating book, narrated by Oscar's grandson, Max, who grew up in the family business, offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the grand mix of business and pleasure that unfolded at Delmonico's. From the front of house to the back of the kitchen, readers are taken on a journey through the restaurant's rich history, featuring entertaining tips and recipes that allow you to recreate the epic glamour of Delmonico's at home.

Organized in a style reminiscent of the dining experiences that Delmonico's pioneered or perfected, each chapter focuses on a specific dining occasion. From hosting an impressive power lunch featuring the restaurant's signature wedge salad to throwing a glamorous cocktail soiree with canapes like oysters Rockefeller, Devils on Horseback, and shrimp cocktail, to creating a romantic dinner for two with a showstopping seafood tower and Rib Eye Bordelaise, this book provides a comprehensive guide to hosting unforgettable dining experiences.

Whether you are a seasoned chef or a culinary enthusiast, Delmonico's: The Official Cookbook offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to elevate your dining experience. With its stunning photographs, detailed descriptions, and mouthwatering recipes, this book is a must-have for anyone who desires to recreate the magic of Delmonico's in their own home. So, gather your friends and family, pull up your chairs, and prepare to indulge in the timeless elegance and culinary excellence that Delmonico's has been offering for generations.

Weight: 1145g
Dimension: 260 x 210 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780847872039