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I Regret Almost Everything

by Keith McNally

Keith McNally’s I Regret Almost Everything is a wildly entertaining, unfiltered, and deeply revealing memoir by the legendary restaurateur behind some of New York City’s most iconic dining institutions. With characteristic candor and razor-sharp wit, McNally traces his improbable journey from a working-class London upbringing to becoming the mastermind behind glamorous, celebrity-studded hotspots like Balthazar, Pastis, and Minetta Tavern. Along the way, he offers a vibrant, behind-the-scenes look at the chaotic, high-pressure world of hospitality, chronicling his spectacular successes, epic mistakes, and colorful encounters with famous patrons. Brimming with self-deprecating humor, rebellious charm, and acute observations on ambition and ego, this captivating book is an unforgettable toast to a life lived entirely on one's own terms.