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About the Book
Crowd-pleasing recipes for low-key gatherings with friends and loved ones.
After moving to New York City, culinary creator Ryan Nordheimer discovered that his most fun nights and best memories with his friends were the dinners he hosted. What began as intimate gatherings in his tiny East Village apartment quickly evolved into his signature hosting style that sparked his rapidly growing online community. Through his effortless, approachable style, Ryan has inspired others to rediscover the joy of cooking for the people they love. Ryan’s philosophy is simple: the food can be casual, and your vibe should be too.
Dinner at My Place will inspire cooking with confidence, without the pressure. Inside, you’ll find vibrant, shareable recipes designed to make menu planning intuitive and stress-free. Impress your friends with various chicken and fish dishes like Habanero Hot Honey Butter Chicken Wings and Salmon Puttanesca. Explore meat-heavy mains like Burgers with Chile-Candied Bacon & Kale Slaw and plant-forward entrees like Not My Mama’s Eggplant Parmesan. Carb lovers will have plenty of options like Spicy Calabrian Rigatoni with Burrata with fresh pairings like Chilled Little Gem & Avocado Rose Salad. Of course, never skip dessert. Finish the party with sweets like Double Chocolate Mousse Cake and Almond Croissant Cookies. Along the way, Ryan shares his system for building a balanced menu, pacing your prep, and pulling it all together seamlessly.
Dinner at My Place is for cooks of any level who might not know where to start. With Ryan as your guide, you’ll learn how to throw dinners like a pro any day of the week and for whomever takes a seat at your table.
After moving to New York City, culinary creator Ryan Nordheimer discovered that his most fun nights and best memories with his friends were the dinners he hosted. What began as intimate gatherings in his tiny East Village apartment quickly evolved into his signature hosting style that sparked his rapidly growing online community. Through his effortless, approachable style, Ryan has inspired others to rediscover the joy of cooking for the people they love. Ryan’s philosophy is simple: the food can be casual, and your vibe should be too.
Dinner at My Place will inspire cooking with confidence, without the pressure. Inside, you’ll find vibrant, shareable recipes designed to make menu planning intuitive and stress-free. Impress your friends with various chicken and fish dishes like Habanero Hot Honey Butter Chicken Wings and Salmon Puttanesca. Explore meat-heavy mains like Burgers with Chile-Candied Bacon & Kale Slaw and plant-forward entrees like Not My Mama’s Eggplant Parmesan. Carb lovers will have plenty of options like Spicy Calabrian Rigatoni with Burrata with fresh pairings like Chilled Little Gem & Avocado Rose Salad. Of course, never skip dessert. Finish the party with sweets like Double Chocolate Mousse Cake and Almond Croissant Cookies. Along the way, Ryan shares his system for building a balanced menu, pacing your prep, and pulling it all together seamlessly.
Dinner at My Place is for cooks of any level who might not know where to start. With Ryan as your guide, you’ll learn how to throw dinners like a pro any day of the week and for whomever takes a seat at your table.
About the Author
Photography by Emma Fishman
Ryan Nordheimer first gained widespread attention when his elaborate dinner creations and decadent baked goods began going viral across TikTok and Instagram. His first breakout moment came from baking every New York Times holiday cookie recipe in a single day. Since then, Ryan’s inventive culinary voice has led to features on Good Morning America, Today, and the New York Post, along with coverage from The New York Times, People, and BuzzFeed. Today, Ryan is known for creating over-the-top dinners for friends and family, hosting his viral apartment café, and creating new entertaining concepts. Through it all, he continues to inspire a new generation of home cooks to embrace gathering, hosting, and making everyday meals feel special. He lives in New York City.
Product Details
- Publisher: S&S/Simon Element (April 13, 2027)
- Length: 272 pages
- ISBN13: 9781668218235
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Raves and Reviews
“Ryan's rules for a good dinner should be pinned above every stove: casual, collaborative, family-style, and above all, joyful. This is a book about connection as much as it is about cooking, and it shows in every recipe.”—Yotam Ottolenghi
“Ryan has a rare gift for making the extraordinary feel approachable. His recipes are endlessly creative, deeply intentional, and a reminder that some of life's best moments happen around the table. There are cookbooks that teach you how to cook, and there are cookbooks that make you excited to cook. Dinner at My Place does both.”—Sarah Fennel, New York Times bestselling author of Sweet Tooth and founder of Broma Bakery
“I've been waiting years for a seat at one of Ryan's legendary dinner parties, but honestly, this book is even better. From Not My Mama's Eggplant Parm to Earl Grey Pudding Coupes with Salted Honey Whipped Cream, his recipes are unique and cheffy without ever feeling intimidating. Between his sample menus and hosting commandments, Ryan gives you everything you need to invite people in with confidence.”—Erin O'Brien, New York Times bestselling author of Dig In!
“Ryan understands that food is one of life’s greatest connectors. His recipes are beautiful, inviting, and made for sharing. This book will empower you to host with confidence and bring people together through home-cooked food.”—Maxine Sharf, New York Times bestselling author and creator of Maxi’s Kitchen
“Ryan has a remarkable gift for bringing people together around the table. He reminds us that we were made to live in community, and he continually inspires this generation to see hosting not as something intimidating, but as an invitation to create lasting memories through delicious food.”—Lauren Sephton, creator of Bright Moment Co.
“Dinner at My Place is more than a collection of delicious recipes, it’s a guide to bringing people together. Warm, inspiring, and genuinely approachable, this book is an invaluable resource for first-time hosts and seasoned dinner-party pros alike.” —Isabelle Heikens, food and entertaining creator
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