Having always heard of James Beard but not knowing a great deal about him, this was a fantastic cookbook to have and read to learn new techniques, and old techniques in new ways.

If I was stranded on an island and could only take one cookbook with me, this would be it! In the culinary world, James Beard is renowned as a god. He revamped what it meant to be a chef/cook and this is the latest edition.

Inside, you will find a comprehensive cookbook (without any photographs) detailing the exact way to cook and prepare most anything in the world. The instructions are easy to understand and offers tips on how to clean, cook and store food. One of my favorite sections talked about herbs and spices.

I recommend this to any chef/cook as it is as invaluable to the food world as the Bible is to Christianity.

I salute you, Sir, and I thank you for penning this amazing cookbook!

Thank you to Netgalley and Open Road Integrated Media for giving me a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

You simply cannot go wrong with this fantastic resource from the great James Beard, an iconic member of the gourmet chef community. His food is stunning and innovative. I am slowly learning many of the recipes, and although they are not easy and simple, the are definitely doable. Anyone who would like to improve their skills in the kitchen would do well to consider adding this book to their cooking library.