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casspro's review against another edition
4.0
Given to me by The Boy as a gift, probably in hopes that I will master all that the book encloses. Thomas Keller is a brilliant chef; my hope is to cook my way through this in the upcoming year.
bahoulie's review against another edition
5.0
This is a wonderful cookbook. Fancier than most of what you often cook at home (if only due to the fat & leek content), but not crazy fancy like French Laundry Cookbook. Also, the end of the book is full of small side components that keep well in the refrigerator or pantry - lovely flavors to use in cooking or build a simple meal around.
bibliomaniac33's review against another edition
5.0
I love this book. The recipes are involved, but inspiring, and they are actually things all the people in this house, regardless of age, will eat for the most part. Some of the reviews knock stars off for not being practical, and being too precise and involved, but, I mean, it's Thomas Keller. What did you really expect?
I will also just say that I am so glad that over the decades he has calmly, consistently and quietly corrected that things should not be cooking in extra virgin olive oil. How many wayward home cooks have been misguided by shills like Rachel Ray into using that oil for everything except what it's purpose is. Why yes, sometimes things are indeed better cooked in plain old canola oil.
These are not recipes you will break out on a Wednesday night with a mere 20 minutes to make dinner. But they would make for some fun weekends, or inspired weeknights when you have time to plan and enjoy. With few exceptions, most of the ingredients look available either at a nicer grocery store, or via mail order. That is a welcome difference from French Laundry, per se, which while gorgeous has things that are simply not accessible to the average home cook.
If you are a home cook who wants as Thomas Keller book, this is the one I would recommend to start with. Inspiring, amazing dishes, that aren't overly intimidating (although they're more involved than a modern quick-eats cookbook, of course. That should go without saying.) This book has a bit of playfulness about it too that I enjoyed. Five stars.
I will also just say that I am so glad that over the decades he has calmly, consistently and quietly corrected that things should not be cooking in extra virgin olive oil. How many wayward home cooks have been misguided by shills like Rachel Ray into using that oil for everything except what it's purpose is. Why yes, sometimes things are indeed better cooked in plain old canola oil.
These are not recipes you will break out on a Wednesday night with a mere 20 minutes to make dinner. But they would make for some fun weekends, or inspired weeknights when you have time to plan and enjoy. With few exceptions, most of the ingredients look available either at a nicer grocery store, or via mail order. That is a welcome difference from French Laundry, per se, which while gorgeous has things that are simply not accessible to the average home cook.
If you are a home cook who wants as Thomas Keller book, this is the one I would recommend to start with. Inspiring, amazing dishes, that aren't overly intimidating (although they're more involved than a modern quick-eats cookbook, of course. That should go without saying.) This book has a bit of playfulness about it too that I enjoyed. Five stars.
mygiantrobot's review against another edition
2.0
Dear Thomas Keller: "At home cooking" shouldn't involve pricey ingredients and hundred-dollar blenders. I appreciate it, but...
alfyasmeen's review against another edition
5.0
My favorite and definitely most accessible Thomas Keller cookbook. If you're willing to put in a little extra effort for a wonderful meal, then this can be your go-to.
sewfrench's review against another edition
4.0
The sheer size of this book is the only reason it doesn't get a 5 star. It is a coffee table book in addition to being a cookbook!
gashlycrumb's review against another edition
4.0
This is my introduction to Thomas Keller in a cookbook.I saw it on the library shelf and thought I'd check it out, and I am really pleased that I did. The photos are beautiful, and you can really tell just how enamored Keller is with food--his passion is contagious. It's true that the recipes are fussy, but I rarely (if ever) follow a recipe exactly. I consider recipes as general guidelines to point you in the right direction. I enjoy learning about techniques and the science behind them since I am neither a trained chef nor someone who has any interest in being part of that industry. I am pretty passionate about food and learning though, so I think I am probably the perfect audience for this cookbook. I plan on picking up a copy of my own after returning this one to the library. I think it'll make a great "browsing" cookbook...you know, when you just feel like flipping through and looking at the pictures and dreaming about that dinner party that you never get around to throwing ;)
summermsmith's review against another edition
4.0
Fortunately I have eaten here so many times, I'm losing count. Many, many happy memories, always ending up with some good singing! :) I can't wait to try something out of the cookbook though!!! :) Much more cost effective! ;) The dressings alone are worth it! So happy! :)