Thad Markham Profile

Favorite Cookbooks

James Beard's American Cookery (James Beard)

A great staple, from Brownies to Waffles (both are amazing)

Chefs I recommend

Deborah Scarborough (Cambria, CA)

"Chef Deborah opened the Black Cat in 2002 to rave reviews. She decided it unwise and frankly, not fun, to rest on her laurels. She received her culinary education at the Culinary Institute of American in St. Helena and she travels the world to learn about new flavors and culinary techniques. Chef Deborah also finds great pleasure in experimenting with flavors and techniques in the kitchen. She feels so fortunate to have her restaurant in an area that offers a seemingly endless bounty of fresh produce and beautiful wines. She only cooks with the freshest ingredients she can get her hands on. Having grown up on a ranch, she couldn’t imagine cooking any other way. She was named one of the top chefs by Central Coast Magazine in 2004."

Restaurants I Recommend

The Palace Cafe and Grill (Santa Barbara , CA)

"Blackened Fresh Catfish Pontchartrain Style" Wow!!

The Black Cat Bistro (Cambria, CA)

"Rare Seared Yellowfin Ahi, Butter braised jasmine rice, ginger wasabi sauce, Vietnamese slaw, peanuts, roasted shiitakes, crispy shallots" YES!