When Alice Waters opened the now-legendary Chez Panisse back in 1971, she intended it to be a modest gathering place where neighborhood friends could come together to enjoy great food made with locally sourced organic ingredients. Today, the Northern California restaurant is a culinary icon for food lovers around the world. In this collectible book, Alice takes readers on her journey from the humble and visionary beginnings of the restaurant through its rise to fame – and the founding of the influential Chez Panisse Foundation. A remarkable tribute to a historic food revolution, it's essential reading for anyone who cares about food, sustainability and the powerful legacy that Alice has built.

• Reflecting on the transformative power of gathering around food, Alice Waters shares a personal history of Chez Panisse in its cultural context.
• Chapters are organized by decade, taking you through the years with an inspiring range of stories and memories.
• Discover over 200 iconic images from the Chez Panisse archives, including personal photos, vintage menus and invitations.
• Learn more about Chez Panisse through exclusive interviews with chefs and public figures who helped inspire the journey.
• Hardcover, 304 pages.