BROOKLYN RUSTIC

Sophisticated yet homey recipes that bring Brooklyn’s artisanal food revolution to kitchens all across the world!

Calvert’s food captures the essence of Brooklyn perfectly—but (and here’s the best part!) it can be prepared with common ingredients found anywhere. Eating well is a way of life, and Brooklyn Rustic opens the door to effortless, authentic food, and easy sophistication.

Brooklyn is the red-hot center of American food, a destination that attracts foodies from all over, and Bryan Calvert was one of its first culinary pioneers. Now, in 125 surefire, imaginative recipes, he brings the best of the borough to your table: food that mixes country appeal with urban complexity.

This is artisanal food at its most elemental and most delicious, infusing fresh flavor into comforting favorites with dishes like Melted Romaine; Heirloom Tomatoes with Gin, Feta, and Dill; Stuffed Skillet Chicken with Lemon-Miso Sauce; and Dulce de Leche Cheesecake with Sea Salt and Caramelized Apples. Setting these recipes alongside beautiful essays in the tradition of Alice Water and David Tanis, Calvert shares an original and meaningful way to cook.

Calvert's food builds on staples that are available internationally and adds flair with ingredients you’ll discover in your markets. Brooklyn Rustic shows how the simplest change in approach can make an ordinary meal unforgettable.

Bryan Calvert opened James restaurant in 2008 on a residential corner of Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, after cooking for years in fine restaurants. His food quickly became synonymous with new Brooklyn dining. Calvert is also a co-founder of Cecil & Merl, a national brand of artisanal home and kitchen goods.