Contents
Foreword by Dr. Jessica Harris
Introduction: Food Is a Weapon
Chapter 1
Welcome to the Bronx
Chapter 2
African Roots
Chapter 3
Bronx to the World: Durag Diplomacy
Chapter 4
Rebels with a Cause
Chapter 5
Dear Mama
Chapter 6
Eyes on the Prize
Chapter 7
Pantry
Resources
Further
Reading
Acknowledgments
Index
Ghetto Gastro is the Bronx-born culinary collective from Jon Gray, Pierre Serrao, and Lester Walker. The group has defined its own lane, merging food, fashion, music, art, and design. Claiming both the beauty and grit from the streets with the aspiration and aesthetics of the finer things, Ghetto Gastro s interdisciplinary approach celebrates the Bronx as a driver of global culture. The crew masterfully blends influences from the African diaspora, global South ingredients, and the pulse of hip-hop to create offerings that address race, identity, and economic empowerment.Osayi Endolyn is a James Beard Award winning writer, whose work explores food and identity. She s been published in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, Time, Eater, Food & Wine, Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and the Oxford American. She s a regular contributor to food-centered storytelling on various TV and audio platforms. Endolyn is the coauthor of the national bestseller The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food with Marcus Samuelsson. Since launching in 2012, Ghetto Gastro has gone from hosting underground parties to spearheading large-scale brand campaigns and events with leading fashion designers, artists, and entrepreneurs. Their collaborators and partners include figures like Virgil Abloh, Nike, Cartier, the Serpentine, the Museum of Modern Art, and many more. During the onset of the pandemic in 2020, Ghetto Gastro prioritized Bronx grassroots initiatives and mutual aid. In recognition for feeding their community, the group was nominated for the Basque Culinary World Prize. In 2021, Ghetto Gastro launched its namesake consumer goods brand of pantry items inspired by ancestral ingredients. The collective released a custom line of kitchen appliances, CRUXGG, across Target stores nationwide and a cookware line with Williams Sonoma. Follow along at @ghettogastro on Instagram.
“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals.
Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a
book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles,
and people that make our borough the best of all the
boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”
—DESUS NICE
“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are
foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement. Black Power
Kitchen is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance,
imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered
only from participation, not observation.”
—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD
“Black Power Kitchen is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the
future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it
deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary
resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize
many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive
deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”
—DAVID CHANG
“Black Power Kitchen is an awakening of what Black food was,
is, and can become while showcasing the pure joy and
creativity Black folks have to offer. Amazing!”
—MASHAMA BAILEY
“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary
kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book
introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power,
pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to
unite people around the table.”
—MASSIMO BOTURA
“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through
conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through
good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing,
sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this
collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive,
encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients
that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and
motivated to keep learning.”
—DANIEL HUMM
“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal
amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are
killing the game.”
—TONY HAWK
“Black Power Kitchen is full of such compelling truths and it
brings to light the real importance of food in our
culture.”
—DOMINIQUE CRENN
“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the
food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something
different, and I’m inspired to see them.”
—MARCUS SAMUELSSON
“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals.
Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a
book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles,
and people that make our borough the best of all the
boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”
—DESUS NICE
“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are
foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement. Black Power
Kitchen is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance,
imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered
only from participation, not observation.”
—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD
“Black Power Kitchen is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the
future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it
deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary
resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize
many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive
deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”
—DAVID CHANG
“Black Power Kitchen is an awakening of what Black food was,
is, and can become while showcasing the pure joy and
creativity Black folks have to offer. Amazing!”
—MASHAMA BAILEY
“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary
kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book
introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power,
pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to
unite people around the table.”
—MASSIMO BOTTURA
“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through
conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through
good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing,
sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this
collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive,
encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients
that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and
motivated to keep learning.”
—DANIEL HUMM
“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal
amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are
killing the game.”
—TONY HAWK
“Black Power Kitchen is full of such compelling truths and it
brings to light the real importance of food in our
culture.”
—DOMINIQUE CRENN
“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the
food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something
different, and I’m inspired to see them.”
—MARCUS SAMUELSSON
“Ghetto Gastro has their finger on the cultural pulse, and not just
on the cutting edge of cuisine, aesthetics, fashion, and lifestyle.
In their debut book, they face the issues confronting their
community head-on, and tackle the inequalities of the manufactured
food wasteland of America with unvarnished honesty.”
—DAVID GELB
“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals.
Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a
book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles,
and people that make our borough the best of all the
boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”
—DESUS NICE
“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are
foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement. Black Power
Kitchen is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance,
imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered
only from participation, not observation.”
—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD
“Black Power Kitchen is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the
future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it
deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary
resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize
many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive
deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”
—DAVID CHANG
“The Bronx is the world and Ghetto Gastro is our higher
authority. Black Power Kitchen is a first-class culinary
journey full of the beauty of life. These are the stories and
recipes we need.”
—MATTY MATHESON
“Black Power Kitchen is an awakening of what Black food was,
is, and can become while showcasing the pure joy and
creativity Black folks have to offer. Amazing!”
—MASHAMA BAILEY
“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary
kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book
introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power,
pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to
unite people around the table.”
—MASSIMO BOTTURA
“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through
conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through
good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing,
sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this
collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive,
encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients
that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and
motivated to keep learning.”
—DANIEL HUMM
“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal
amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are
killing the game.”
—TONY HAWK
“Black Power Kitchen is full of such compelling truths and it
brings to light the real importance of food in our
culture.”
—DOMINIQUE CRENN
“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the
food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something
different, and I’m inspired to see them.”
—MARCUS SAMUELSSON
“Ghetto Gastro has their finger on the cultural pulse, and not just
on the cutting edge of cuisine, aesthetics, fashion, and lifestyle.
In their debut book, they face the issues confronting their
community head-on, and tackle the inequalities of the manufactured
food wasteland of America with unvarnished honesty.”
—DAVID GELB
“Black Power Kitchen is as much a cooking manual as it is a
manifesto of Ghetto Gastro’s decade-long mission: Seeing eating as
simultaneously a form of survival and a source of
luxury, Black Power Kitchen frames food as a form of
love, but also a weapon — one that has long been wielded against
communities like Ghetto Gastro’s in the Bronx.”
—Eater
“Described as The Joy of Cooking meets the
Bible, Black Power Kitchen is like nothing you’ve ever
read before.”
—Financial Times
“Featuring vibrant recipes, interviews, art, and photography, this
is a compelling culinary manifesto about the nature of Black food.
. . . Ghetto Gastro offers an awakening of what Black food was, is,
and can become while demonstrating the sheer joy and creativity
Black communities generate. With waves of crunch, heat, flavor, and
umami, this Bronx culinary collective also inspires discussions
about race, history, and long-standing food inequality.”
—Food Wine
“Defiant. . . . The pop-cultural prominence of its creators, their
directness of purpose and the timing of its release make Black
Power Kitchen particularly cutting-edge.”
—Washington Post
“It’s teeming with vibrant photography, interviews and personal
stories, plus 75 recipes. . . . Expect dishes with big flavors and
textures, like the Strong Back Stew and King Jaffe Jollof, and a
plant-based reimagining of chopped cheese.”
—Forbes
“Ghetto Gastro’s Black Power Kitchen cookbook will change
how you eat.”
—Men’s Health
“A highly visual manifesto for living and eating to stimulate the
mind, body, and heart, this book promotes Black excellence through
recipes, art, and thought-provoking text.”
—Essence
“They marry food, music, fashion, visual arts and social activism
into a beautiful book that is perfectly suited for the coffee table
or the kitchen countertop.”
—The Root
“Black Power Kitchen dives deeply into the politics of food,
whether that’s the language we use or the ingredients we choose to
cook with. In doing so, readers are challenged to rethink their
assumptions about even the most mundane ingredients.”
—Food52
“Part cookbook, part manifesto, and 100% singular
vision, Black Power Kitchen sits right at the
intersection of food, visual art, culture, social justice, and
fashion. Food has always been both personal and political and these
past few years of activism coupled with the identification and
acknowledgement of indigenous and historical foodways has clearly
brought this notion to the forefront. One of the signature dishes
of Ghetto Gastro is the Triple Cs, reveling in the high/low combo
of crispy cornbread, lush crab salad, and caviar. Through
deliciousness we can still learn and grow beyond what we think food
is about.”
—Edible LA
“Ghetto Gastro serves up vibrant recipes, interviews, paintings,
and photographs. . . . Meals served up with ideals make this a
dynamic and delicious cultural celebration.”
—Publishers Weekly, Top 10 Cooking Food Books for Fall 2022
“Deeply absorbing. . . . A wonderfully written and beautifully
produced book. In keeping with Ghetto Gastro’s multidisciplinary
approach, this volume will offer readers an engaging excursion into
food history and culture, with a myriad of appealing recipes.”
—Library Journal
“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals.
Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a
book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles,
and people that make our borough the best of all the
boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”
—DESUS NICE
“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are
foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement. Black Power
Kitchen is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance,
imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered
only from participation, not observation.”
—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD
“Black Power Kitchen is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the
future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it
deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary
resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize
many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive
deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”
—DAVID CHANG
“The Bronx is the world and Ghetto Gastro is our higher
authority. Black Power Kitchen is a first-class culinary
journey full of the beauty of life. These are the stories and
recipes we need.”
—MATTY MATHESON?
“Black Power Kitchen is an awakening of what Black food was,
is, and can become while showcasing the pure joy and
creativity Black folks have to offer. Amazing!”
—MASHAMA BAILEY
“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary
kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book
introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power,
pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to
unite people around the table.”
—MASSIMO BOTTURA
“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through
conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through
good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing,
sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this
collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive,
encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients
that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and
motivated to keep learning.”
—DANIEL HUMM
“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal
amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are
killing the game.”
—TONY HAWK
“Black Power Kitchen is full of such compelling truths and it
brings to light the real importance of food in our
culture.”
—DOMINIQUE CRENN
“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the
food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something
different, and I’m inspired to see them.”
—MARCUS SAMUELSSON
“Ghetto Gastro has their finger on the cultural pulse, and not just
on the cutting edge of cuisine, aesthetics, fashion, and lifestyle.
In their debut book, they face the issues confronting their
community head-on, and tackle the inequalities of the manufactured
food wasteland of America with unvarnished honesty.”
—DAVID GELB
“Black Power Kitchen is as much a cooking manual as it is a
manifesto of Ghetto Gastro’s decade-long mission: Seeing eating as
simultaneously a form of survival and a source of
luxury, Black Power Kitchen frames food as a form of
love, but also a weapon — one that has long been wielded against
communities like Ghetto Gastro’s in the Bronx.”
—Eater
“Described as The Joy of Cooking meets the
Bible, Black Power Kitchen is like nothing you’ve ever
read before.”
—Financial Times
“This year’s most important cookbook.”
—Vogue
“Deliciousness in print form. . . . A powerful guide for food
and conversation, filled with influential voices and flavorful
recipes.”
—Ebony
“Every recipe comes with an immersive story, bringing you closer to
the intent behind the dish.”
—The Strategist, The Year’s Most Giftable Coffee-Table Books
“Featuring vibrant recipes, interviews, art, and photography, this
is a compelling culinary manifesto about the nature of Black food.
. . . Ghetto Gastro offers an awakening of what Black food was, is,
and can become while demonstrating the sheer joy and creativity
Black communities generate. With waves of crunch, heat, flavor, and
umami, this Bronx culinary collective also inspires discussions
about race, history, and long-standing food inequality.”
—Food Wine
“Defiant. . . . The pop-cultural prominence of its creators, their
directness of purpose and the timing of its release make Black
Power Kitchen particularly cutting-edge.”
—Washington Post
“It’s teeming with vibrant photography, interviews and personal
stories, plus 75 recipes. . . . Expect dishes with big flavors and
textures, like the Strong Back Stew and King Jaffe Jollof, and a
plant-based reimagining of chopped cheese.”
—Forbes
“Ghetto Gastro’s Black Power Kitchen cookbook will change
how you eat.”
—Men’s Health
“Transcends categorization. It is no mere cookbook, but a blend of
brilliant, full-color photography, poetry, paintings, illustration,
essays and, of course, scores of recipes. . . . Reading Black
Power Kitchen, you come away with a deeper understanding of the
rich cultural heritage behind some of the most beloved dishes from
the Black diaspora. ”
—Interview
“Must-read. . . . An awakening and celebration of Black culture and
food.”
—Philadelphia Inquirer
“A magnum opus.”
—Thrillist
“In this Black Power Kitchen, joy and activism collide.”
—Atlas Obscura
“A highly visual manifesto for living and eating to stimulate the
mind, body, and heart, this book promotes Black excellence through
recipes, art, and thought-provoking text.”
—Essence
“They marry food, music, fashion, visual arts and social activism
into a beautiful book that is perfectly suited for the coffee table
or the kitchen countertop.”
—The Root
“Black Power Kitchen dives deeply into the politics of food,
whether that’s the language we use or the ingredients we choose to
cook with. In doing so, readers are challenged to rethink their
assumptions about even the most mundane ingredients.”
—Food52
“Part cookbook, part manifesto, and 100% singular
vision, Black Power Kitchen sits right at the
intersection of food, visual art, culture, social justice, and
fashion. Food has always been both personal and political and these
past few years of activism coupled with the identification and
acknowledgement of indigenous and historical foodways has clearly
brought this notion to the forefront. One of the signature dishes
of Ghetto Gastro is the Triple Cs, reveling in the high/low combo
of crispy cornbread, lush crab salad, and caviar. Through
deliciousness we can still learn and grow beyond what we think food
is about.”
—Edible LA
“Ghetto Gastro serves up vibrant recipes, interviews, paintings,
and photographs. . . . Meals served up with ideals make this a
dynamic and delicious cultural celebration.”
—Publishers Weekly, Top 10 Cooking Food Books for Fall 2022
“Deeply absorbing. . . . A wonderfully written and beautifully
produced book. In keeping with Ghetto Gastro’s multidisciplinary
approach, this volume will offer readers an engaging excursion into
food history and culture, with a myriad of appealing recipes.”
—Library Journal
“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals.
Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a
book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles,
and people that make our borough the best of all the
boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”
—DESUS NICE
“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are
foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement. Black Power
Kitchen is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance,
imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered
only from participation, not observation.”
—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD
“Black Power Kitchen is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the
future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it
deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary
resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize
many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive
deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”
—DAVID CHANG
“The Bronx is the world and Ghetto Gastro is our higher
authority. Black Power Kitchen is a first-class culinary
journey full of the beauty of life. These are the stories and
recipes we need.”
—MATTY MATHESON?
“Black Power Kitchen is an awakening of what Black food was,
is, and can become while showcasing the pure joy and
creativity Black folks have to offer. Amazing!”
—MASHAMA BAILEY
“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary
kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book
introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power,
pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to
unite people around the table.”
—MASSIMO BOTTURA
“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through
conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through
good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing,
sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this
collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive,
encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients
that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and
motivated to keep learning.”
—DANIEL HUMM
“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal
amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are
killing the game.”
—TONY HAWK
“Black Power Kitchen is full of such compelling truths and it
brings to light the real importance of food in our
culture.”
—DOMINIQUE CRENN
“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the
food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something
different, and I’m inspired to see them.”
—MARCUS SAMUELSSON
“Ghetto Gastro has their finger on the cultural pulse, and not just
on the cutting edge of cuisine, aesthetics, fashion, and lifestyle.
In their debut book, they face the issues confronting their
community head-on, and tackle the inequalities of the manufactured
food wasteland of America with unvarnished honesty.”
—DAVID GELB
“Black Power Kitchen is as much a cooking manual as it is a
manifesto of Ghetto Gastro’s decade-long mission: Seeing eating as
simultaneously a form of survival and a source of
luxury, Black Power Kitchen frames food as a form of
love, but also a weapon — one that has long been wielded against
communities like Ghetto Gastro’s in the Bronx.”
—Eater
“Described as The Joy of Cooking meets the
Bible, Black Power Kitchen is like nothing you’ve ever
read before.”
—Financial Times
“This year’s most important cookbook.”
—Vogue
“Deliciousness in print form. . . . A powerful guide for food
and conversation, filled with influential voices and flavorful
recipes.”
—Ebony
“Every recipe comes with an immersive story, bringing you closer to
the intent behind the dish.”
—The Strategist, The Year’s Most Giftable Coffee-Table Books
“Featuring vibrant recipes, interviews, art, and photography, this
is a compelling culinary manifesto about the nature of Black food.
. . . Ghetto Gastro offers an awakening of what Black food was, is,
and can become while demonstrating the sheer joy and creativity
Black communities generate. With waves of crunch, heat, flavor, and
umami, this Bronx culinary collective also inspires discussions
about race, history, and long-standing food inequality.”
—Food Wine
“Defiant. . . . The pop-cultural prominence of its creators, their
directness of purpose and the timing of its release make Black
Power Kitchen particularly cutting-edge.”
—Washington Post
“It’s teeming with vibrant photography, interviews and personal
stories, plus 75 recipes. . . . Expect dishes with big flavors and
textures, like the Strong Back Stew and King Jaffe Jollof, and a
plant-based reimagining of chopped cheese.”
—Forbes
“Ghetto Gastro’s Black Power Kitchen cookbook will change
how you eat.”
—Men’s Health
“Transcends categorization. It is no mere cookbook, but a blend of
brilliant, full-color photography, poetry, paintings, illustration,
essays and, of course, scores of recipes. . . . Reading Black
Power Kitchen, you come away with a deeper understanding of the
rich cultural heritage behind some of the most beloved dishes from
the Black diaspora. ”
—Interview
“Must-read. . . . An awakening and celebration of Black culture and
food.”
—Philadelphia Inquirer
“A magnum opus.”
—Thrillist
“In this Black Power Kitchen, joy and activism collide.”
—Atlas Obscura
“A highly visual manifesto for living and eating to stimulate the
mind, body, and heart, this book promotes Black excellence through
recipes, art, and thought-provoking text.”
—Essence
“They marry food, music, fashion, visual arts and social activism
into a beautiful book that is perfectly suited for the coffee table
or the kitchen countertop.”
—The Root
“Black Power Kitchen dives deeply into the politics of food,
whether that’s the language we use or the ingredients we choose to
cook with. In doing so, readers are challenged to rethink their
assumptions about even the most mundane ingredients.”
—Food52
“Part cookbook, part manifesto, and 100% singular
vision, Black Power Kitchen sits right at the
intersection of food, visual art, culture, social justice, and
fashion. Food has always been both personal and political and these
past few years of activism coupled with the identification and
acknowledgement of indigenous and historical foodways has clearly
brought this notion to the forefront. One of the signature dishes
of Ghetto Gastro is the Triple Cs, reveling in the high/low combo
of crispy cornbread, lush crab salad, and caviar. Through
deliciousness we can still learn and grow beyond what we think food
is about.”
—Edible LA
“Ghetto Gastro serves up vibrant recipes, interviews, paintings,
and photographs. . . . Meals served up with ideals make this a
dynamic and delicious cultural celebration.”
—Publishers Weekly, Top 10 Cooking Food Books for Fall 2022
“Deeply absorbing. . . . A wonderfully written and beautifully
produced book. In keeping with Ghetto Gastro’s multidisciplinary
approach, this volume will offer readers an engaging excursion into
food history and culture, with a myriad of appealing recipes.”
—Library Journal
“My guys have always represented our hood with their fire meals.
Shouts to Ghetto Gastro, my actual Bronx neighbors, for writing a
book that lets the rest of y’all know the real foods, lifestyles,
and people that make our borough the best of all the
boroughs. AH AH AH BX ALL DAY.”
—DESUS NICE
“Challenging assumptions and subversive enlightenment are
foundational to Ghetto Gastro’s movement. Black Power
Kitchen is a vibrant expression of creative brilliance,
imagination, and the kind of cultural fluency that can be garnered
only from participation, not observation.”
—STEPHEN SATTERFIELD
“Black Power Kitchen is cookbook as manifesto, a look at the
future of food through a perspective rarely given the platform it
deserves. But don’t be mistaken: it’s also a fantastic culinary
resource. The recipes are so delicious that I didn't even realize
many of them were vegetarian or vegan. I encourage everyone to dive
deep, devour, enjoy, and learn from this book.”
—DAVID CHANG
“The Bronx is the world and Ghetto Gastro is our higher
authority. Black Power Kitchen is a first-class culinary
journey full of the beauty of life. These are the stories and
recipes we need.”
—MATTY MATHESON
“Black Power Kitchen is an awakening of what Black food was,
is, and can become while showcasing the pure joy and
creativity Black folks have to offer. Amazing!”
—MASHAMA BAILEY
“Ghetto Gastro is a part of a movement redirecting the contemporary
kitchen, tearing down walls, and breaking boundaries. Their book
introduces us to a cuisine steeped in flavor; deep with power,
pride, and identity; rich in history; and endowed with the power to
unite people around the table.”
—MASSIMO BOTTURA
“Jon, Pierre, and Lester understand that change happens through
conversation, and the best way to get people talking is through
good food. All the better when the plate is also nourishing,
sustainable, and accessible. I admire that the recipes in this
collection yield dishes that are both beautiful and subversive,
encouraging people to think beyond the assemblage of ingredients
that make a meal. Cooking from this book makes me feel inspired and
motivated to keep learning.”
—DANIEL HUMM
“Ghetto Gastro gives us incredible, unique recipes and an equal
amount of powerful perspective on food philosophies. Homies are
killing the game.”
—TONY HAWK
“Black Power Kitchen is full of such compelling truths and it
brings to light the real importance of food in our
culture.”
—DOMINIQUE CRENN
“The Ghetto Gastro boys from the Bronx have really interrupted the
food game. They’re like a band, where each one is doing something
different, and I’m inspired to see them.”
—MARCUS SAMUELSSON
“Ghetto Gastro has their finger on the cultural pulse, and not just
on the cutting edge of cuisine, aesthetics, fashion, and lifestyle.
In their debut book, they face the issues confronting their
community head-on, and tackle the inequalities of the manufactured
food wasteland of America with unvarnished honesty.”
—DAVID GELB
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