By Curtis Stone Aussie Curtis Stone, host of TLC's Take Home Chef, is best known for his laid-back approach to cooking. Though he's worked as head chef in several Michelin-starred London restaurants, some of his most memorable meals are the ones he's shared with friends at home. Now, Curtis shows you how to have as much fun in the kitchen as your guests are sure to have over a comfortable, unforgettable meal. With the home cook in mind, Curtis avoids off-putting culinary lingo and hard-to-find ingredients. Instead, he picks what's in season and just around the corner. This down-to-earth approach results in wonderfully interesting and flavorful taste combinations that are perfect for parties or just hanging out with a close friend or loved ones. Recipes Include: Pan-Fried Calamari with Roasted Asparagus Salad Sticky Chicken Drumsticks Red Curry with Lobster and Pineapple Brownie Cupcakes Curtis Stone is the host of TLC's Take Home Chef. He trained under famous chef Marco Pierre White in London, working as head chef at three of his restaurants. He regularly appears on the Today show. Originally from Melbourne, Australia, he lives in Los Angeles. Size: 10" x 8" Hardcover 272 Pages Color Photographs Throughout Published 2009