Hungry Monkey

A Food-Loving Father’s Quest to Raise an Adventurous Eater
by Matthew Amster-Burton

The Author

Matthew and Iris Make Pizza

Matthew Amster-Burton, 33, writes frequently for Gourmet.com, Culinate, Seattle Magazine, and the Seattle Times. He has been featured in the Best Food Writing anthology repeatedly. His favorite food is pad thai. Find him online at Roots and Grubs. Email him at rootsandgrubs@gmail.com. Read a Q&A with Matthew, or view his substantial portfolio.

Iris Amster-Burton is 5. Her favorite food is ants on a tree.