Chef behind iconic Central Park restaurant reveals his NYC-inspired menu with new cookbook
Executive Chef Bill Peet of Tavern on the Green has released his first cookbook, featuring nearly 200 seasonal recipes inspired by his decades-long career in New York City's culinary scene. The cookbook reflects both the changing seasons of Central Park and the practical needs of busy New Yorkers, with dishes like chopped vegetable salad and avocado toast. Peet also highlights traditions of giving back, such as providing meals for first responders during major city events.
- ▪Bill Peet is the 10-year executive chef of Tavern on the Green, located in Manhattan's Central Park.
- ▪His cookbook, released in April 2026, contains nearly 200 recipes adapted from large-scale restaurant dishes to home cooking.
- ▪The book includes holiday recipes that serve up to 3,500 guests during Christmas at the tavern.
- ▪Peet developed recipes using inspiration from Central Park’s greenery and his past work at renowned NYC restaurants like Lutèce and Patroon.
- ▪He personally adapted each recipe with the help of a tester in France between late 2024 and early 2025.
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Metro exclusive details Chef behind iconic Central Park restaurant reveals his NYC-inspired menu with new cookbook By Nicole Rosenthal Published May 4, 2026, 8:00 a.m. ET He knows a thing or two about leafy greens! The executive chef behind Central Park’s iconic grill Tavern on the Green debuted his first cookbook last month – revealing nearly 200 recipes both inspired by the park’s vibrant seasons and the author’s decades-long career in Manhattan’s culinary scene. 5 Tavern on the Green’s executive chef Bill Peet released a cookbook last month, featuring nearly 200 recipes he created in some of the Big Apple’s most famous kitchens.
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