New from the author of Salted! Renowned food writer and salt expert, Mark Bitterman introduces you to a radically different cooking method in his book, Salt Block Cooking. Featuring 70 recipes for "grilling, chilling, searing and serving on Himalayan Salt Blocks," this unique guide will open your eyes to the fascinating new cooking technique that's sweeping the culinary world. Salt Block Cooking teaches you everything you need to know about Himalayan salt blocks, why they are an essential kitchen tool and how to incorporate their use into your culinary repertoire. From how they're mined to their varied forms and uses, this book will change the way you think about cooking with salt. Dive into Salt-Melted Chocolate Fondue with Crisp Bacon, try Salt Block Cured Gravlax, or discover the difference salt cups can make when savoring delicious cocktails like a Basil Salt Daiquiri. The perfect gift for your favorite foodie, (especially when paired with our ), this is cooking innovation at its best! Salt Block Cooking: 70 Recipes for Grilling, Chilling, Searing, and Serving on Himalyan Salt Blocks by Mark Bitterman. Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. Hardcover. 224 pages. Color photographs.