i became interested in mr Irvine when i watched on of his mission impossible cook shows. by accident i found he had a book about his cooking shows and more or less a biography of his life, so i bought it. i believe the man is a great natural cook, because of his uncanny knowledge of spices and what would go with what to make it taste good along with his knowledge of what it takes to figure out a problem and solve it. i have just began the book but just from what ive read anyone could learn a lot from the way he tackles different situations and his knack for taking simple foods and making them great. from the person who just likes to putter around the kitchen, (me), to great chefs i believe could get a lot from this book. it is i belive a testiment to a person who expects the best from himself because of his love not only for the art of cooking but the fact that he wonts the people who eat his food to enjoy it and that in my opinion makes for a GREAT chef. buy it and read it, and the next time you putter around the kichen, maybe just for only a brief time, you to can be a great chef to. i know i do!! ( until i burn my next pot of water).Read full review
Well, knowing the chef helps but in all honesty Robert's cookbooks are a step above all others! Not only are there recipes but there are pictures, time lines, stories, etc. It is a real learning experience. This cookbook can show anyone that beautiful food is not to be afraid of...it can be accomplished by following the easy instructions provided. Robert's passion for cooking is apparent by how these dishes are introduced to the reader, inspiring them with the confidence to try them at home!
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I bought this book for a friend as a wedding gift.
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I have cookbooks from most of the food network stars, this one is far more entertaining than all of the others combined. The recipes included are carefully crafted to assure reader success, and even provide plating recommendations so you can wow your friends! This is one I will keep for myself, but will also give as gifts to foodie friends!
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