Voices from the Kitchen: Personal Narratives from New York’s Immigrant Restaurant Workers

By Marc Meyer. Twenty-seven personal histories of immigrant restaurant workers in New York City whose stories of persistence, hope, and endurance show how vital they are to our country. All of the contributors came to New York from another part of the world—Mexico, Bangladesh, Ivory Coast, and beyond — and all found their foothold in the restaurant industry. Their stories are a window into the range of life experiences that immigrant workers carry with them. They are by turns funny, dark, poignant, surprising, and relatable. Note: All author proceeds from the book are distributed evenly among the contributors. Read more.