Book description
Born in rural Mexico, Eduardo "Lalo" García Guzmán and his family left for the United States when he was a child, picking fruits and vegetables on the migrant route from Florida to Michigan. He worked in Atlanta restaurants as a teenager before being convicted of a robbery, incarcerated, and eventually deported. Lalo landed in Mexico City as a new generation of chefs was questioning the hierarchies that had historically privileged European cuisine in elite spaces. At his acclaimed restaurant, Máximo Bistrot, he began to craft food that narrated his memories and hopes.Mexico City-based journalist Laura Tillman spent five years immersively reporting on Lalo's story: from Máximo's kitchen to the onion fields of Vidalia, Georgia, to Dubai's first high-end Mexican restaurant, to Lalo's hometown of San José de las Pilas. What emerges is a moving portrait of Lalo's struggle to find authenticity in an industry built on the very inequalities that drove his family to leave their home, and of the artistic process as Lalo calls on the experiences of his life to create transcendent cuisine. The Migrant Chef offers an unforgettable window into a family's border-eclipsing dreams, Mexico's culinary heritage, and the making of a chef.
Knuckles
I'm hooked on this app's ease of use – it's a reader's dream come true. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Round Kick Boomer
Being able to customize the listening duration is perfect for quick breaks. ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. 💼 Boosting productivity at work with an audiobook in the background – love it! 💻🎧 Looping playback is a brilliant study tool. Thanks to ListenBook, my learning has improved!
Silver Cup
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Red Pepper
With ListenBook, I can enjoy a wide range of audiobook formats without any hassle, making my listening experience seamless. ListenBook has transformed my listening habits, making them more engaging and enjoyable. I'm impressed by the extensive statistics feature, allowing me to track my audiobook consumption over time. Packed with useful features. My favorite audiobook app!
Cupid Dust
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Hairpin
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Kazami of Truth
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly.
MuseMaster
No more worries about compatibility – ListenBook handles numerous formats flawlessly. Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking.
Biscuit Meg
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to connect over shared interests. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has transformed the audio quality. It's crystal clear now. Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it!
Apple Nola
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! I can't imagine my day without a dose of literature from this app. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Rusty Vortex
📱 Carrying my favorite stories with me wherever I go – this app is like a portable library in my pocket. 📚👜 Effortless audiobook management – this app's usability is a winner.
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ListenBook has become my go-to app for exploring a diverse range of audiobooks. It offers a wide array of features that cater to different preferences and needs. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it! The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear.
QuestQuill
ListenBook Pro is worth every penny. The unlimited audiobook length is a dream come true. The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Alias Stick
ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. The app's performance is unparalleled. It's like it's tailor-made for my device. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. Unlimited length audiobooks with ListenBook Pro are a huge plus!
Tall Honey
This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Navigating through my audiobook library is a joy with this app's intuitive interface and easy controls. It's like having a personal reading companion at my side. 📱📖 ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a testament to the app's commitment to audio quality. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings. The app is so intuitive. I didn’t even need to read the instructions.
Santa's Little Helper
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Tweety Bun Bun
🎧 This app is my saving grace! Now I can enjoy my beloved books while cooking up a storm! 📚🍳 Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖 ListenBook is the ultimate audiobook player. The app supports all formats, and the import process is seamless. I love the playback history feature—it’s so easy to revisit my favorite parts. Highly recommend this app! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didn’t have any major complaints, but I also don’t see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Goatee Shield
This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
TulipCake
Audiobook multitasking made easy – this app's functionality is a marvel. ListenBook has completely elevated my audiobook experience. It's an integral part of my daily routine.
Sherm
The extensive statistics feature on ListenBook helps me track my audiobook consumption habits – so cool! This app has given me the joy of reading even when my hands are full. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments. The automatic extraction of artwork and metadata keeps my audiobook library organized and visually appealing. ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone!
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience