The Synergy Series: 25 Chefs Share Their Stories of Mentorship Through Collaboration and Cooking at Spoon and Stable Hardcover – May 20, 2025

Since he left New York City in 2014 to open his first restaurant Spoon and Stable in Minneapolis, Chef Gavin Kaysen has sought to pay it forward. Enter: The Synergy Series, a signature event series started in 2015 that invites Chef Kaysen’s robust network into the kitchen of Spoon and Stable to collaborate. Now, their stories of curiosity, drive, and passion are in one place, ready to inspire in a book by the same name. “Gavin’s passion and drive for his culinary craft have propelled his success and gained him legions of fans. In The Synergy Series, he now shines his light on a who’s who of chefs who have defined the modern culinary movement. Their stories are shared with the same thoughtful care that defines Gavin’s own approach to cooking.” - Danny Meyer The Synergy Series devotes a chapter to each chef’s story, featuring stunning photography of their visit to Spoon and Stable, the menu from their dinner, and a classic recipe from their repertoire. Across 224 pages, these chapters celebrate a collective commitment to shepherding culinary traditions and genuine hospitality from one generation to the next. Featuring stories and recipes from:Marcus Samuelsson Curtis Stone James Kent Dominique Crenn Thomas Keller Missy Robbins John Shields Ludo Lefebvre Nancy Silverton Michael Solomonov Michael White Sean Brock Jon Shook & Vinny Dotolo Michael Anthony Kristen Kish Grant Achatz Traci Des Jardins Jeremy Fox Daniel Boulud Daniela Soto-Innes April Bloomfield Christopher Kostow Mei Lin True to The Synergy Series spirit of giving, and thanks to a partnership with Bell Bank, all proceeds of The Synergy Series will be donated to Ment’or Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization devoted to inspiring culinary excellence in young professionals and preserving the traditions and quality of cuisine in America. Photography by Bonjwing Lee and Libby Anderson With contributions from Alison Arth Read more