Make It Messy: My Perfectly Imperfect Life

"In this inspirational autobiography, world-famous chef Marcus Samuelsson tells his extraordinary story and encourages young people to embrace their mistakes and follow their dreams. Based on his highly praised adult memoir, " "Yes, Chef, this young adult edition includes an 8-page black-and-white f [...]
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"In this inspirational autobiography, world-famous chef Marcus Samuelsson tells his extraordinary story and encourages young people to embrace their mistakes and follow their dreams. Based on his highly praised adult memoir, " "Yes, Chef, this young adult edition includes an 8-page black-and-white family photo insert.
"Marcus Samuelsson s life and his journey to the top of the food world have been anything but typical.Orphaned in Ethiopia, he was adopted by a loving couple in Sweden, where his new grandmother taught him to cook and inspired in him a lifelong passion for food. In time, that passion would lead him to train and cook in some of the finest, most demanding kitchens in Europe.
Samuelsson s talent and ambition eventually led him to fulfill his dream of opening his own restaurant in New York City: Red Rooster Harlem, a highly acclaimed, multicultural dining room, where presidents rub elbows with jazz musicians, aspiring artists, and bus drivers. A place where anyone can feel at home.
"'Step up to the challenge; don't avoid it. Win or lose, take the shot.' Samuelsson neatly serves up inspiration and food for thought."--"Kirkus Reviews
""The perfect book for teen foodies and a great choice for others, thanks to its . . . compelling story . . . and sound advice."--"VOYA
""A delightful read. . . .Samuelsson effectively connects his love of food to his personal journey."--"School Library Journal" "From the Hardcover edition.""