Served as a Corporate Chef for Whole Foods Market for over a decade and developed more than 1000 foundational recipes, many still being served and enjoyed for decades.

Chef Steven Petusevsky’s groundbreaking food philosophy and recipes — once so ahead of their time, yet now so timely — are captured in a diverse collection of cookbooks that offer a fresh, modern take on the ethnic-inspired dishes that made him famous.

The Whole Foods Market Cookbook—a Guide to Natural Foods with 350 Recipes  

From flavor-packed sauces and dips to main courses such Athenian Chicken Roll-Ups and Firecracker Shrimp, Steve’s ambitious and highly celebrated book continues to revolutionize kitchens across the country. With mouth-watering, healthful recipes that appeal to both vegetarians and omnivores alike, Steve showed that nation that celebrating health doesn’t have to mean sacrificing taste!

The American Diabetes Association Vegetarian Cookbook: Satisfying, Bold, and Flavorful Recipes from the Garden

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 Aimed at those who are new to vegetarianism, this easy-to-follow cookbook acts as a personal guide to a healthier lifestyle, from selecting flavorful seasonal vegetables and building a pantry to preparing the most delicious and satisfying vegetarian dishes inspired by global cuisine. With dishes such as Pan-Seared Spicy Asparagus with Shiitake Mushrooms and Authentic Greek Salad, Steve proves that vegetarian meals can be satisfying, healthy, and diabetes-friendly!

Sizzle and Smoke: The Ultimate Guide to Grilling for Diabetes, Prediabetes, and Heart Health

 Nothing beats the experience of meats and veggies sizzling over hot coals or a gas-fired grill as the smell of smoke fills the air. Which is why Steve wrote Sizzle and Smoke—the first grilling book designed specially for people with diabetes or prediabetes. A grilling master class and cookbook in one, it’s the perfect cookbook for the backyard BBQ chef looking to cut calories and inches— without cutting out fun and flavor!