In Charcoal, Citrin presents completely fresh ways to cook with fire and charcoal, not only grilling over the coals, but cooking inside them and finding inventive methods for searing and smoking.

Whether Citrin's grilling barbecue classics like J1-Marinated Skirt Steak and Salt-Baked Whole Maine Lobster or West Coast-inspired vegetable sides like his signature Cabbage Baked in Embers, charcoal is the dynamic center of this cookbook. Unlike other grilling books, vegetables get equal billing with meat. For Citrin, the color, texture, and flavors of vegetables are endlessly inspiring. With almost 100 recipes for savory main dishes and sides, as well as desserts and even cocktails, Charcoal shows that the satisfaction of smoky flavor and a good char knows no bounds. It is a celebration of the universal human craving to gather together and cook over a live fire.

“In Pursuit of Excellence” showcases the talents of Chef Josiah Citrin and the culinary artistry of Mélisse Restaurant. Featuring signature menu items, base recipes, methodology, cutting techniques, suggestions on cheese selection and a source guide for some of Citrin’s favorite ingredients, this color photo-filled tome brings the talents of a brilliant chef and his pursuit of excellence into your home.