Bobby Flay's Boy Meets Grill: With More Than 125 Bold New Recipes

by Bobby Flay, Joan Schwartz, Tom Eckerle (Illustrator)

As the star of the popular Food Network programs Boy Meets Grill, BBQ with Bobby Flay, and Iron Chef America, Bobby Flay helped turn the art of backyard barbecuing into more than a favorite summer pastime; he elevated it to the level of a national obsession.

Bobby Flay's Boy Meets Grill is the book Bobby Flay was born to write. In these pages, he gets busy in his own backyard, cooking up a fresh batch of 125 bold new no-nonsense and easy-to-follow recipes for grilling mouthwatering meat, fish, and poultry dishes, along with fantastic one-of-a-kind beverages and surefire desserts. Guaranteed to please a crowd, it's the perfect comprehensive cookbook for any grill lover, from the novice to the experienced chef. Don't worry about complicated equipment, either; these 125 quick recipes are perfect for both gas and charcoal grills, and Bobby Flay's simple foods and fiery southwestern sauces will make your menu more exciting, versatile--and delicious.

Informative and fun to read, Bobby Flay's Boy Meets Grill is a must-have for anyone who wants to fire up a grill this summer--or any season!

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking, Food, Nonfiction, Reference, Culinary

288 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Robert William Flay is an American celebrity chef, restaurateur, and television personality. He is the owner and executive chef of five restaurants: Mesa Grill and Bar Americain in New York City; Mesa Grill in Las Vegas; Mesa Grill in Bahamas (Atlantis Paradise Island, Nassau); and Bobby Flay Steak in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Flay has hosted seven Food Network television programs and appeared regularly on an eighth. He has also appeared as a guest on other Food Network shows and hosted a number of specials on the network.

Reviews

[Ronju Ali · Rating 4.75 out of 5]

★★★★★ A Fantastic Cookbook for Grilling Enthusiasts!

*Bobby Flay's Boy Meets Grill* is an exciting cookbook for anyone who loves bold flavors and creative outdoor cooking. I really appreciate the focus on grilling as an opportunity to experiment with ingredients, seasonings, and techniques. With more than 125 recipes, this book offers plenty of inspiration for making everyday meals and backyard gatherings more memorable.

What I find most appealing is the variety of possibilities that grilling brings to the kitchen. From flavorful meats and juicy burgers to seafood and vegetables, there are so many ways to create delicious dishes over an open flame. Exploring different marinades, spice combinations, and sauces makes the cooking experience even more enjoyable.

I also love how grilling can bring people together. Whether preparing a relaxed family dinner or hosting friends for a weekend barbecue, a good selection of recipes helps keep the menu interesting. This cookbook inspires readers to move beyond familiar favorites and try new approaches to outdoor cooking.

Overall, this is a wonderful addition to a barbecue lover's cookbook collection. The variety of recipes and emphasis on bold flavors make it appealing to both enthusiastic beginners and experienced grillers. I would happily recommend it to anyone looking for fresh ideas, delicious inspiration, and more ways to enjoy cooking on the grill!

[Dray · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bobby Flay's grill cookbook is one of the better ones i have read. Bobby Flay has a real gift for flavor combinations and sauces and this book delivers on that talent. I am a vegetarian and found a lot of useful recipes within the traditional meat arena via great sauces, marinades and toppings.

[Robert · Rating 4 out of 5]

So yes, Bobby Flay is larger than life...but he does do a great job with interesting and innovative grilling recipies. Some of the things in this book has made me change the way I prepare and grill...well worth the effort to read (that and it will make you HUNGRY)!

[Brett · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun grilling book.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of Bobby Flay's older books (1998) it is still filled with information on how to grill and what to grill. With my favorites, lots of recipes for Sauces, rubs, salsas, relishes and more.

[Lauren · Rating 2 out of 5]

My first introduction to Bobby Flay, but not interested in his recipes.

[Catherine Woodman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Flay is a good cook, with some good ideas, and uses his grill in innovative ways

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Do not like the layout of the book. Makes it look very cluttered and therefore, distracting.