The Essential Wood-Fired Pizza Cookbook - by Anthony Tassinello (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Take pizza night to the next level with this essential guide to wood-fired cooking from Anthony Tassinello, chef at Berkeley, California's famed Chez Panisse restaurant."I have always had a passion for fire and wood ovens. Anthony's own love for cooking with fire is contagious and his knowledge about wood-fired pizza is all encompassing. This is an inspiring and well-written book from a teacher you can really trust!" - Alice Waters, author of The Art of Simple Food and owner of Chez PanisseChef Anthony Tassinello has created the must-have cookbook for serving up homemade pizza with your wood-fired oven. From classics like Margherita Pizza to more elevated fare like Stinging Nettle and Chanterelle Mushroom Pizza, he walks you through the time-tested tradition of preparing-and savoring-the perfect pizza.More than 85 recipes-Learn how to make basics like dough and sauce, popular pizzas like cheese and pepperoni, and unique flavor combos like artichoke and thyme, along with calzones, hand pies, focaccia, and beyond. Get to know your oven-Find Anthony's tips and techniques for mastering your oven and taking advantage of everything wood-fired cooking has to offer.Make it a pizza party-With a section on perfectly paired cocktails, refreshing side salads, and sample menus, you can create a night of food and fun your friends and family will never forget.Transform simple ingredients into mouthwatering meals with the Essential Wood-Fired Pizza Cookbook"--

Book Synopsis

Take pizza night to the next level with this essential guide to wood-fired cooking from Anthony Tassinello, chef at Berkeley, California's famed Chez Panisse restaurant.

"I have always had a passion for fire and wood ovens. Anthony's own love for cooking with fire is contagious and his knowledge about wood-fired pizza is all encompassing. This is an inspiring and well-written book from a teacher you can really trust!" -- Alice Waters, author of The Art of Simple Food and owner of Chez Panisse

Chef Anthony Tassinello has created the must-have cookbook for serving up homemade pizza with your wood-fired oven. From classics like Margherita Pizza to more elevated fare like Stinging Nettle and Chanterelle Mushroom Pizza, he walks you through the time-tested tradition of preparing--and savoring--the perfect pizza.

• More than 85 recipes--Learn how to make basics like dough and sauce, popular pizzas like cheese and pepperoni, and unique flavor combos like artichoke and thyme, along with calzones, hand pies, focaccia, and beyond.
• Get to know your oven--Find Anthony's tips and techniques for mastering your oven and taking advantage of everything wood-fired cooking has to offer.
• Make it a pizza party--With a section on perfectly paired cocktails, refreshing side salads, and sample menus, you can create a night of food and fun your friends and family will never forget.

Transform simple ingredients into mouthwatering meals with the Essential Wood-Fired Pizza Cookbook.

Review Quotes

"Anthony Tassinello's wood-fired pizza always leaves me longing for more?more of his tender dough and sensational toppings. Happily, my longing is now fulfilled by the recipes in this book. Anthony is the consummate teacher, reassuringly guiding us to perfection in firing the oven, fermenting the dough, preparing flavorful toppings, and using the oven's heat for tasty surprises like baked ricotta and roasted figs. This book belongs in every fire lover's library." -- Darra Goldstein, Founding Editor, Gastronomica: The Journal of Food and Culture

"Fire up that pizza oven and get going with Anthony's extensive guide to making wood-fired pizzas with all the extras. Delicious sauces and toppings culled from pantries around the world, with tips from a seasoned California cook, anyone interested in dialing up their wood-fired pizzas will find inspiration from this comprehensive guide to everyone's favorite food." -- David Lebovitz, author of My Paris Kitchen and davidlebovitz.com

"I have always had a passion for fire and wood ovens. Anthony Tassinello's own love for cooking with fire is contagious and his knowledge about wood-fired pizza is all encompassing. This is an inspiring and well-written book from a teacher you can really trust!" -- Alice Waters, author of The Art of Simple Food and Owner of Chez Panisse Restaurant

About the Author

Anthony Tassinello has spent the last two decades cooking at the iconic Chez Panisse Restaurant in Berkeley, California. His passion for wood-fired cookery, baking, and pastry and cocktail culture keeps him busy all four seasons. He has foraged for wild mushrooms from Oregon to Italy, and was the foraging guide for author/food activist Michael Pollan in his acclaimed bestseller, The Omnivore's Dilemma. Anthony's work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, SF Magazine, The Huffington Post, NPR, and numerous cookbooks. He lives in Northern California with his girlfriend Frances, her son Bruno, and their orange cat, Rooney.