Tim Cushman - A Fun Look at Family Meal

The winter days ahead are perfect for curling up with a good book. Tim Cushman and his wife and business partner Nancy recommend Off the Menu: Staff Meals from America's Top Restaurants, an exploration of the pre-service meals (aka staff or family meal) that restaurant workers make and share before every shift. Author Marissa Guggiana traveled the country interviewing, photographing and eating with chefs at more than fifty of America’s top sustainable restaurants – including Cushman and his O Ya team – to get this unique perspective on restaurant life. The foodie on your list will love the behind-the-scenes insight, while the industry pro will dig seeing a lovely tribute to this longstanding tradition – and maybe get a little inspiration for his or her next family meal. Order a copy online or drop by O Ya, where they’ve got copies for sale.