‘The Green Kitchen, Techniques to Learn by Heart”’ by Alice Waters

“Delicious, affordable, wholesome food” is the goal of ‘The Green Kitchen, Techniques to Learn by Heart”’ by Alice Waters. This is a gorgeous book; it aims to make good technique instinctive so you are a confident cook. Many guest cooks inspire with their favorite dishes and kitchen wisdom. If Alice seems just a tad too perfect you can read ‘Medium Raw’ by Anthony Bourdain. One of his essays does a humorous job of putting Alice in her place.