Gerry Garvin is a chef with one of the most popular TV shows on TV One. His first cookbook Turn Up the Heat with G. Garvin share's the show's name, giving it instant recognizability for fans. Garvin has an impressive resume, especially considering that many TV chefs often are criticized for a lack of experience, having worked at the Ritz-Carlton, as executive chef at Morton's, at Kass Bah and Reign and (of course) as co-owner/executive chef of G. Garvin's, his restaurant in Los Angeles. But his style is relaxed, "maximum flavor and minimal effort" and the 200 recipes in the book reflect the idea of simple, but tasty, food. The recipes, all of which are clear and concise, touch on French, Italian, Cajun, Indian and American cuisines and include Stuffed Pork Chops with Ricotta and Spinach, Cornbread Mashed Potatoes and Sweet Potato Pie.
Isn't it nice to see someone else providing recipes like this, offering a new perspective to the "busy home chef" genre from some of the same old Food Network personalities?
12-12-2006 @10:57AM Jen Stone said... I love G. Garvin! He has really simple recipes that taste delicious.
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12-22-2006 @1:02PM Nataline said... I like G. Garvin and was trying to find his website. I've tried a few of his recipes and they work effortlessly. The best thing is some of his stuff is americana passed from generation to generation and for those who don't have that generational link here is what would have been passed. A few of his dishes I have enhanced with my own generational link. Hey G. for lemonade heat your sugar and 1/2 water together to make a syrup follow the rest of your recipe.
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12-22-2006 @1:03PM Nataline said... I like G. Garvin and was trying to find his website. I've tried a few of his recipes and they work effortlessly. The best thing is some of his stuff is americana passed from generation to generation and for those who don't have that generational link here is what would have been passed. A few of his dishes I have enhanced with my own generational link. Hey G. for lemonade heat your sugar and 1/2 water together to make a syrup follow the rest of your recipe.
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12-24-2006 @2:09PM Donna said... I love G. Garvin's show I watch him cook every chance I get,I think its good to see a black soulful man in the kitchen putting it down,keep up the good work brother!
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12-24-2006 @2:09PM gerri said... looking for your receipe for the sour dough bread pudding you made with your guest monique the day she visited your show.
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12-26-2006 @4:15PM Jeslene Peck said... I love G.Garvin,he has fun in the kitchen and loves what he does,thats what its all about!! And he's a real fine man,definetly turning up the heat!!P.S. I would love 2 cook "G" a meal anyday!! Giving much deserved love from the ATL, Jeslene"Jazzy Poet"Peck
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12-31-2006 @1:22PM O of Port City said... G. Garvin is the truth. No matter your race, religion, culture, or creed G is a testament to being anything you want to be as long as you put your mind to it and believe. The recipes are easy, not time consuming, and deliciously fresh. Never have I seen such a variety of recipes that touch on so many genres of food (french, italian, cajun, american, southern, and more), and still allow a in house cook like me to enjoy, what people pay an arm and a leg to taste at his restraunt probably. I LOVE IT!!! Cant wait until Turn Up the Heat 2 the sequal. Congrats on your success, and I wish you much more.
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1-09-2007 @10:37PM Barry Moody said... Hay,G.Garvin,Iam alocal chef from winston-salem,north carolina.I manufacture a spice blend called spice delight. This spice blend is low in sodium and has no MSG.This blend inparts great flavor on what ever you choose to use it on.WhatI would like to know is how can I get some exposure out side of winston salem n.c. You can call me anytime at 336-624-7432.or EMail me at spicedelight2@aol.com
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1-10-2007 @9:10AM reta gardner-brazile said... OMG, I love this guy. His recipes are fun, simple and absolutely delicious. Where can I find his cook book (s). I look forward to watching him on TV1. I love a man who can cook, as I have a brother who is a chef and have always loved a man in the kitchen who can absolutely throw down.
A huge fan in Alabama.
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1-11-2007 @3:19PM Andrea in Texas said... I really appreciate what Gerry Garvin has to offer, I had gotten oyt of cooking , Beiing single you just loose your chops and some times you don't really want to cook in fear of eating the WHOLE THAng!
But, I found myself first writing down the recipes then going over to peoples houses who had TV One then on the website . Any how It dawn on me buy the book , But it is not the same because G I think you need a CD , because you explain it so much better it is all about the passion. I am trying to make Chicken but instaed of white potatos use sweet potato trying to get away from the white stuff any suggestions
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2-10-2007 @11:57PM angelica lane said... hi my name is angelica and i just think you are amazing. i wish you the best. do it big in 07.good luck with the new signing for the show and i hope u get another restaraunt, i would love to visit it out in LA. i wanted to know if you have a website or myspace page coming up. that way we get one on one insight. let me know,..
serendipity0627@yahoo.com
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2-13-2007 @10:47PM Robin said... G. you are absolutely amazing. I recently disvovered you on TV1 and have Tivo(ed) every episode since. I am very impressed with your style and presentation. You remind me of my brother who is also a chef but I think you got him beat :-). I am currently working on a screenplay that features a chef such as yourself. I would like very much to get it to you once it is complete. Hit me back on e-mail if you can robinwrites@sbcglobal.net
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2-28-2007 @5:40PM Samona said... I just love G Garvin. I think he is a gorgeous man & would love to meet him someday.
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