MARK BITTMAN is the voice behind the the popular New York Times weekly column, "The Minimalist," and three Minimalist cookbooks. Bittman has been the host of several PBS series and appeared on countless radio and television shows, most recently including the Today show, NPR, and the Food Network. His weekly video series on the New York Times website is a favorite among at-home chefs, and his opinion and op-ed pieces have garnered Bittman an influx of interest and attention from his fan base and the media at large.