The Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant cookbook : recipes and tales from a classic American restaurant

“A big, handsome book full of wonderful photographs, nostalgic tales and enticing recipes—some dating back to the restaurant’s opening 100 years ago.” —The Miami Herald Situated in midtown Manhattan’s beautiful, bustling train station, Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant stands in a class by itself. From its unique position in the Terminal’s lower level, with the famous Whispering Gallery at its entrance, waiters have been serving up platters of the freshest seafood for over a century. Here are more than 100 of the restaurant’s best-loved classic recipes—some dating back to its opening in 1913—along with behind-the-scenes stories, historical anecdotes, and a wealth of expert information on buying, cooking, and serving fish. Featured throughout are vintage images and ephemera, along with gorgeous photos of mouthwatering favorites from raw bar to buffet. With recipes that have stood the test of time, The Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant Cookbook is a must-have for seafood lovers and fans of this famous New York City landmark. In any discussion of New York City landmark restaurants, the Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant stands in a class by itself. From its unique position in the Terminals lower level, with the famous Whispering Gallery at its entrance, waiters have been serving up platters of the freshest seafood for a century. Here are more than 100 of the restaurants classic recipessome dating back to its opening in 1913along with behind-the-scenes stories, historical anecdotes, and a wealth of expert information on buying, cooking, and serving fish. An oceans worth of delicious eating is from raw bar and seafood buffet favorites, to stews and chowders, to fish dishes fried, broiled, and grilled. Featured throughout are vintage images and ephemera, along with sumptuous food photography. Part history, part souvenir, The Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant Cookbook is a must-have for visitors and New Yorkers alike. Praise for The Grand Central Oyster Bar and Restaurant A big, handsome book full of wonderful photographs, nostalgic tales and enticing recipessome dating back to the restaurants opening 100 years ago . . . you will appreciate the no nonsense instructions for buying, cooking and serving seafood. Miami Herald Helps uncertain home cooks navigate the world of clams, crabs, shrimp, and more. Starting with a very simple yet comprehensive oyster list (including source, flavor, and size) and then delving into recipes for a Maryland Crab Cake Sandwich, a Manhattan Clam Chowder, and Dover Sole Meuniere, the cookbook tackles it all, and provides helpful tips and loving historic tidbits throughout.Epicurious.com A big, handsome book full of wonderful photographs, nostalgic tales and enticing recipes some dating back to the restaurant's opening 100 years ago. The Miami Herald Situated in midtown Manhattan's beautiful, bustling train station, Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant stands in a class by itself. From its unique position in the Terminal's lower level, with the famous Whispering Gallery at its entrance, waiters have been serving up platters of the freshest seafood for over a century. Here are more than 100 of the restaurant's best-loved classic recipes some dating back to its opening in 1913 along with behind-the-scenes stories, historical anecdotes, and a wealth of expert information on buying, cooking, and serving fish. Featured throughout are vintage images and ephemera, along with gorgeous photos of mouthwatering favorites from raw bar to buffet. With recipes that have stood the test of time, The Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant Cookbook is a must-have for seafood lovers and fans of this famous New York City landmark **"A big, handsome book full of wonderful photographs, nostalgic tales and enticing recipes—some dating back to the restaurant's opening 100 years ago." —__The Miami Herald__** Situated in midtown Manhattan's beautiful, bustling train station, Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant stands in a class by itself. From its unique position in the Terminal's lower level, with the famous Whispering Gallery at its entrance, waiters have been serving up platters of the freshest seafood for over a century. Here are more than 100 of the restaurant's best-loved classic recipes—some dating back to its opening in 1913—along with behind-the-scenes stories, historical anecdotes, and a wealth of expert information on buying, cooking, and serving fish. Featured throughout are vintage images and ephemera, along with gorgeous photos of mouthwatering favorites from raw bar to buffet. With recipes that have stood the test of time, is a must-have for seafood lovers and fans of this famous New York City landmark. "In 2013, the Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant will celebrate its 100-year anniversary. What started out as a continental restaurant in Grand Central Station has become a destination seafood restaurant enjoyed by midtown executives, tourists, and those looking for a delicious meal before hopping on a departing train. This book celebrates 100 years of great food, complete with stories, photographs, and recipes for the restaurant's favorite dishes. There are 100 recipes in the book, with chapters and recipes including What started out as a continental restaurant in Grand Central Station, the Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant, has become a destination seafood restaurant. This book celebrates 100 years of great food, complete with stories, photographs and recipes for the restaurant's favourite dishes. Part history, part souvenir, part cookbook.