Endorsements

“From Terra’s Table is not just another California cookbook. Jeff’s hard-earned advice and “start from the bottom-up approach” offers a refreshing and down-to-earth story of San Diego’s “farm to table” culinary scene. Jeff is planting the seeds with our youth and keeping our garden growing, giving purpose to preparing food fresh from the garden and market, and helping us to practice healthy meals. San Diego’s community is so fortunate that Jeff is a dedicated chef, parent, and teacher who can clearly tell his chronicle of why San Diego’s culinary scene makes a real difference.”
— Ingrid Croce
Owner/Restaurateur, Croce’s Restaurant and Jazz Bar, San Diego

 

“From Terra’s Table pays homage to San Diego’s bountiful farming community and cultural roots. Jeff’s passion for sustainability and his vision are gifts to future generations, embracing his philosophy of farm to fork.”
— Bernard Guillas
Executive Chef, La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club,
The Marine Room Restaurant, The Shores Restaurant, La Jolla
Author, “Flying Pans” cookbook

 

“Jeff’s work over the years exemplifies what it truly is to be a culinary pioneer. This cookbook as well as his restaurant, Terra, is proof that San Diego is becoming one of America’s upcoming food destinations. I have had the pleasure of having Jeff work with us in our kitchen, and I knew that it would only be a matter of time before he came up with a cookbook. Now that it is out, I can start working on some new specials for my restaurant.”
— Jeffrey Strauss
Owner/Executive Chef, Pamplemousse Grille, Solana Beach

 

“Jeff’s new cookbook From Terra’s Table is both beautifully illustrated and contains highly educational text. It features recipes of flavorful and exciting dishes that have made Terra Restaurant a San Diego favorite. Jeff promotes healthy eating through fresh food from organic farms. We should all join his tireless efforts working with schools and organizations to improve the nutritional quality of food available to our school children.”
— Jeanne Jones
Cookbook author and syndicated “Cook It Light” columnist

 

“Jeff is not only a great friend but a phenomenal chef and a true leader of the culinary scene in San Diego. Be it charity work, organic education or fabulous cookery, Jeff has got it going on!!! Rock ON Jeff! Thanks for making San Diego proud.”
— Brian Malarkey
Owner/Executive Chef, Searsucker, San Diego
Finalist, Bravo TV “Top Chef” Miami

 

“In this book you will find a man who shares his passion through his food, teaching and beliefs. Jeff is a true craftsman when it comes to making a restaurant shine as well as giving back to his community.”
— Gavin Kaysen
Executive Chef, Café Boulud, New York City

 

“From Terra’s Table showcases Jeff’s passion for food, flavor and organic agriculture; his drive to share these with his community and especially children comes through in every page! From the beautiful pictures to the delicious recipes to the wonderful stories; this is a book to be cherished and shared.”
— Ann Cooper
Founder, Food Family Farming Foundation and thelunchbox.org