Do Smoke

It is an essential guide to this intriguing culinary skill that adds a new dimension to even the humblest dish. You'll start by smoking on the stovetop; before being introduced to the basic processes and inventive recipes. As a young chef, Scott Davis first smoked under the arches of Marco Pierre White's Mirabelle restaurant in London. This ignited a lifelong passion; one he shares with friend and fellow cook, Jen Goss, who creates deliciously smoky recipes using local and homegrown produce. In Do Smoke, you'll learn: -The difference between hot and cold smoking -Why brining is so important -Simple methods using wood dust, rice and tea leaves -How to make a cold smoker out of a cardboard box. From classic smoked salmon to hot smoked ice cream, smoked food has come a long way. And now you can try it at home. It's time to start smoking again.