Eat (Like) the Rich

You too can Eat (Like) the Rich with over 75 damn near perfect (and perfectly decadent) recipes from chef and creator Olivia Tiedemann.

Olivia is not here to tell you her whole life story or share some cute memories of cooking in the kitchen with her mom. Sure, she'll give you some of that, but really, why would you be here for that anyway? You should be here to learn how to make some really good food.

In Eat (Like) the Rich, Olivia lays down her kitchen commandments, the lessons she's learned from years working as a restaurant chef and private cook for high-end clients. She tells you which tools you need (she’d better not have to tell you why plastic is out) and what high-quality ingredients and brands are non-negotiable. Disagree with her recommendations? Well, too bad. Then she'll get into techniques like how to actually make a French omelet, how to make good whipped cream without killing your arms (hint: a blender), and how to make condiments you'll want to use instead of that crusty jar of mayo you've got in the back of the fridge.

In case you wanted to know what some of these recipes are, there's:

• Breakfast Quesadillas with Corn Salsa
• Psychosis Crab Cakes
• Steak Sandwiches with Peppers, Onions, and Provolone Whiz
• Summer Lobster Salad
• Nonna’s Nightmare Short Rib Lasagna
• Not Your Grandma’s Chicken Parm
• Seared Ribeye with Charred Scallion Chimichurri and Perfect Roasted Potatoes
• Pan-Seared Branzino with Brown Butter Parsnip Puree and Apple Pomegranate Vierge

And before you ask, there are four desserts. This is not a dessert book. There are other people for that.

But seriously, these recipes will prepare you to cook like a private chef and Eat (Like) the Rich. Olivia shares these recipes and tips with you not to get a “yes, chef” but so you can learn how to make whatever you want, whenever.

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