Mangal II: Stories and Recipes [Hardcover]

Shortlisted for Debut Cookery Book, Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2025

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The debut cookbook from the landmark East London restaurant, showcasing a collection of contemporary Turkish recipes

Discover the food and stories of Mangal II, one of Londons most vibrant food destinations, thanks to the dynamic vision of the Dirik brothers. Following in the footsteps of their father, the Turkish chef Ali Dirk who immigrated to London and opened the UKs first?ocakbasi, Mangal I, in 1994, his sons have modernised Anatolian cuisine for the 21st century.

Through heartfelt essays about the food, creativity, and legacy of the restaurant and more than 60 original recipes, readers discover delicious signature recipes such asCull Yaw K?fte with Grilled Apple Sauce,Grilled Chickpea Hummus,Sourdough PideMushroom Manti, andTahini Tart all by Serta? Dirik, one of the most talented chefs of his generation. A foreword by Action Bronson further tells the story of the one-of-a-kind foodie destination beloved by devoted locals and restaurant fans from around the world.

Ferhat Dirik, the managing director of Mangal II, took the reins of the family business and, together with his brotherSerta? Dirik, reinvented the restaurant to critical acclaim. Serta? has already been hailed as one of the UKs most exciting rising stars, having been recognized as 'Young Chef of the Year 2022' (Observer Food Monthly) and 'Londons Brightest' (TimeOut, 2022).

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