“Honest. Eye Opening. Harrowing. Brilliant. Douglas Keane’s Culinary Leverage is a deeply grabbing look at the travails and high points of one of the world’s best chefs. Anyone who thinks perfection comes easy, in any domain from food to law, business to music, should read this book. An homage to grittiness and sheer will, Douglas’ story will stay with you for years.”

— Neal Katyal - Former U.S. Acting Solicitor General

“It is a rare gift to know someone as talented, humble and self-aware as Chef Doug Keane. In the two decades since I met him, he has not only proven himself a master innovator in our industry, but, perhaps more importantly, a thought leader, pushing us gently and purposefully towards a higher standard of kindness, empathy and resilience. With Culinary Leverage, he lays bare not just his emotional personal history, but a framework for living that applies equally to the pro kitchen, the boardroom and the family table. His story will forever change the way I think about our food system and the extraordinary community of people who have dedicated their lives to the craft of cooking, at all costs.”

— Chef Gail Simmons

“I love to work with clients that have big ideas and want to push boundaries, and Douglas Keane is exactly that kind of client. His vison for Cyrus 2.0 considered not only the guest experience, but the long-term happiness and success of his team, too. This book outlines an ethos rooted in care for food and for people that should be the new standard for fine dining.”
— Tom Kundig - Principal/Owner & Founder of Olson Kundig