The Visual Food Encyclopedia: The Definitive Practical Guide to Food and Cooking 1st Edition

This is the best food book that I can imagine, which is saying a lot since I've been a food writer for five years. It's incredibly handy for quick reference, has a lot of well-organizing information, and has fantastic illustrations.From owning this encyclopedia for just a few months, I have already learned new information about foods I love. And this is the perfect reference for anyone who's enticed by new ingredients and brings them home without knowing what to do with them since it offers the flavor profile, serving suggestions, and preparation tips. The Visual Food Encyclopedia has inspired me to try various new fruits like pepino melon, and all the new recipes I've made around those ingredients have been easy and delicious.This is also a pleasure to look through. It's a very readable book, fun to peruse with friends while hanging out in the kitchen, and will prove extremely useful for as long as you're able to taste food. It would make the perfect gift for any chef or foodie.

I was amazed by how much information this remarkable book contains about food; from how to choose the freshest items, from fruits, vegetables, herbs, meat, etc., how to prepare it, store it, and how long you should store it before it goes bad. I was surprised by how much detail and photos were included. This is a GREAT gift to anyone moving away from home or a wedding present. Though I was disgusted by the condition of the copy I’ve purchased from Amazon (Paid full price for a copy that was supposed to be new but was dirty and damaged). I found this title to be one of the most informative books available on all things food.

I love this book because after all the years that I've been cooking, there are so many things I still don't know. This book will help even the most seasoned cook (no pun intended) to recognize and use even the most usual food items. The Buyin King delivered a beautiful used book within a reasonable time without any damage.

I love this book.

This is an awesome book. it gives you all the information that you would need to understand the ingredients you are using, especially if you are trying new ingredients and are not sure about what to look for and how to store them. I love how it has an excellent section on sugar types. it gives you a plethora of information about the differences of grains and even telly you how to make you own meat alternatives if you are vegetarian or vegan. I thought it was funny that Alden Brown has this book on his case in his show, but I completely understand why because it is a great addition for any collection of cookbooks.

Very helpful encyclopedia for beginning cooks. Helpful information for FOOD Items.Beautiful illustrations of so many food products. But think i would've liked photos instead.Great response from this seller. Bought USED,Good condition. Arrived within days.

I bought my first book on sale and have since bought it for family members. It makes me so happy to see what I am eating. It gives a picture, minerals and vitamins, description, and recipe. Absolutely love it and may buy more. Everyone who has looked in it loves it too. My Sister now keeps it on the table where they have their meals and reads from it as they eat their nutritious foods.

it’s so heavy and full of information. got this book because i wanted to open myself up to more ingredients to cook with, and this book is absolutely perfect for that! 10/10!