On Food and Cooking: The Science and Lore of the Kitchen

If you want to understand why certain combinations of food taste better, or how to cook better in general this book is for you. McGee takes a great deal of time to experiment in the kitchen and understand not only what makes a good recipe but why it does so.

I gave this book to my daughter as a birthday gift. She enjoys the kitchen and all its related activities. she was very appreciative to receive this book. it gives the information on various foods that sometimes are unknown or difficult to find. It also gives options on how to prepare different foods to make it more pleasing.

I bougth this book for my daughter who`s studying and she loved it. it`s very explicit, easy to read, and complete.

I wanted a recipe book and this one is theory book. It'd be great to include a better description of the book in order to don't have mistakes like me.

Myths dispelled, chemistry laid bare, engaging and fun to read. Often imitated, never improved upon (yet), except by the inestimable Mr. McGee. For foodies and bookies alike; without reservations, I recommended this to everyone, except those lacking taste of any kind.