A Woman's Place is in the Kitchen by Sally Abé - ISBN: 9780349727776
Paperback
Chef fights sexism to conquer cutthroat kitchens and redefine success.

A Woman's Place is in the Kitchen

'Fantastic, exciting deep dive into kitchen life from one of Britain's leading young chefs' (Tom Kerridge)

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  • Paperback

    272 pages

  • Release Date

    8 July 2025

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Summary

WINNER OF THE FORTNUM & MASON DEBUT FOOD BOOK AWARD

‘Sally really tells it how it is … This book will be a go to for those needing that bit of bravery and resilience in a world that needs more people like her’ CANDICE BROWN

‘Wow. Sally’s book is an insightful, honest account of a young cook’s journey to an inspirational chef’ ANGELA HARTNETT

‘She doesn’t so much pull back the curtains as yank them away, revealing the plain truth of what it takes to…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780349727776
ISBN-10:0349727775
Author:Sally Abé
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint:Fleet
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:272
Release Date:8 July 2025
Weight:220g
Dimensions:198mm x 126mm x 22mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Sally really tells it how it is. She is not only someone I look up to but a friend and a complete trailblazer when it comes to being a “woman” in the kitchen. This book will be a go to for those needing that bit of bravery and resilience in a world that needs more people like her – Candice BrownWow. Sally’s book is an insightful, honest account of a young cook’s journey to an inspirational chef – Angela HartnettFantastic, exciting deep dive into kitchen life from one of Britain’s leading young chefs, talking about her experiences and outlining how amazing this industry can be, but also the hard work and dedication it takes to get to the top – Tom KerridgeSally Abé is lifting the lid on what being a woman in male-dominated, professional kitchens is really like * Independent *She doesn’t so much pull back the curtains as yank them away, revealing the plain truth of what it takes to get dinner on to your plate * Observer *a story of graft and tenacity, learned amid the often military brutality of professional kitchens. It is unflinching and funny, and features plenty of candid stories – Best Books of 2024 * Observer Food Monthly *

About The Author

Sally Abé

Sally Abe is a fine-dining chef at the top of her profession. She has worked in some of the best establishments in the UK, including The Savoy Grill and The Ledbury, and she retained a Michelin star at The Harwood Arms. She currently runs The Pem with a team of 80% women, producing some of the finest dishes in London. She was named Female Chef of the Year in 2021 by SquareMeal and shortlisted for GQ’s overall Chef of the Year in 2021. She is constantly working to get women into the hospitality industry and create fair, safe, and happy living standards within kitchens across the UK.

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