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Author of Boy Eats World

Private chef and caterer David Lawrence knew early on that his enthusiasm for cooking and good food would become his career. He grew up in a house where the kitchen was always abuzz with activity and something great was always cooking. He began his culinary journey at the tender age of 8, with such genius dishes as scrambled eggs and Top Ramen, but soon moved on to much more sophisticated fare. Some of his fondest memories center around big meals with friends and family. He learned early the simple pleasures of setting out big platters of food, family-style with great bottles of wine and plenty of laughs. After assisting for years in his mother’s kitchen, a woman he describes as a Martha Stewart incarnate, minus the chic poncho and clunky ankle bracelet, he knew his mission was clear. He wanted to feed and entertain people. So, David introduced himself to Los Angeles and its cultural and culinary melting pot in early 1996.

David cut his teeth in several catering kitchens in what can only be described as a sink or swim environment. He catered private parties on the side and began building a clientele as he honed his skills. That eventually led to a job as a private chef in Beverly Hills.

It’s one thing for a chef to make cooking look like fun. David makes it look like play. David is a guy with a tremendous passion for food. His philosophy is simple, use the freshest ingredients and then let the natural flavors speak for themselves.

David’s first cookbook, Kidshape Café, (Rutledge Hill Press) isa collection of 150 healthy recipes aimed at helping overweight kids and their parents by developing better eating habits and a healthier lifestyle. His forthcoming book, Boy Eats World! A Private Chef Cooks Simple Gourmet, (Lake Isle Press) is all about having fun in the kitchen and strives to demystify cooking for a generation that grew up playing Atari, not watching Martha whip up homemade marshmallows and then make water from scratch David’s refreshing, often humorous style and easy to follow recipes will help even the most timid cook feel at home in the kitchen The book will be in stores May 2006.

David lives in Los Angeles with his French bulldogs, Carly and Tucker

CHEF David Lawerence

Author of Boy Eats World