Description: "In 2004, Momofuku Noodle Bar opened in a tiny space in Manhattan's East Village. Chang, the chef-owner, worked the line, serving ramen and pork buns to a mix of fellow restaurant cooks and confused diners whose idea of ramen was instant noodles in Styrofoam cups. He was about to become one of the most influential chefs of his generation, driven by the question, "What if the underground could become the mainstream?" Here he recounts the improbable series of events that led him to the top of his profession. He wrestles with his lifelong feelings of otherness and inadequacy, explores the mental illness that almost killed him, and finds hope in the shared value of deliciousness"--
Review Quotes: "With humor, pathos and heaping spoonsful of self-deprecation . . . Eat a Peach is an honest, ugly, raw dish of a book."--The Wall Street Journal
"An honest and vulnerable autobiography that will have you laughing and crying at the same time . . . an absolute must-read."--CNN "David Chang is one of the most beloved chefs on earth, but his inspiring memoir is not just for foodies. He's one of the most audaciously openhearted and honest humans you'll ever find. This book is for anyone who has ever felt like an underdog or an underachiever--or aspires to become an entrepreneur or a more decent person."--Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and Take, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife "Eat a Peach is not merely an autobiography of a great creative; rather, it's a compelling philosophy of a man who believes in a beautiful life beyond reach. It is profoundly gratifying to witness Chang marching uphill, step by step, toward his sublime vision. As Chang suffers, rages, and fights for his quest, we can't help but admire his vulnerability, courage, and conviction."--Min Jin Lee, author of Free Food for Millionaires and Pachinko, a finalist for the National Book Award "Dave Chang's writing is honest and vulnerable. As a child of immigrants, the DNA of his story spoke to me. Now I just have to keep up with his drive and tenacity!"--Hasan Minhaj, host of Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj "If you're looking for a cookbook, this is a terrible choice. Herein you will find the recipe for one of our brightest, most energetic, talented, and inspiring Americans (who also happens to be a chef). David Chang is a great storyteller with a great story to tell."--Jimmy Kimmel, host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! "This is one of the most compelling chef memoirs in recent memory. . . . Chang's writing is engaging and his story is stirring, humorous, and compulsively readable."--Shondaland "Just like the food from his famed Momofuku restaurants is must-devour, Chang's memoir is a must-read."--E! News "David Chang is one of the world's most creative chefs, but it wasn't obvious he would become that. I was absolutely enthralled by his underdog story, which he tells with passion, humor, and skill. Don't miss this incredible memoir!"--Brian Grazer, New York Times bestselling author of A Curious Mind and cofounder of Imagine Entertainment"An entertaining, admirably candid self-assessment of life in the foodie fast lane."--Kirkus Reviews "Foodies and chefs alike will dig into Chang's searing memoir."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)