Mangal II

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 as Cull Yaw Kfte with Grilled Apple Sauce, Grilled Chickpea Hummus, Sourdough Pide, Mushroom Manti, and Tahini 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.