'Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly' by Anthony Bourdain is a memoir that takes readers behind the scenes of the restaurant industry, revealing the gritty and chaotic world of professional kitchens. Bourdain's writing style is described as raw, humorous, and brutally honest, showcasing his experiences as a chef with a no-holds-barred attitude. The book delves into the dark side of the culinary world, touching on topics like drug use, kitchen culture, and the challenges faced by those working in the food industry.
Bourdain's narrative weaves together anecdotes, insights, and reflections on his time in the restaurant business, providing readers with a candid look at the realities of the culinary profession. Through vivid descriptions and colorful storytelling, Bourdain paints a vivid picture of the high-pressure environment of kitchens, offering a glimpse into a world that is often hidden from public view but essential to the dining experiences of many.
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From The Publisher:
When Chef Anthony Bourdain wrote "Don't Eat Before You Read This" in The New Yorker, he spared no one's appetite, revealing what goes on behind the kitchen door. In Kitchen Confidential, he expanded the appetizer into a deliciously funny, delectably shocking banquet that lays out his twenty-five years of sex, drugs, and haute cuisine.
From his first oyster in Gironda to the kitchen of the Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center, from the restaurants of Tokyo to the drug dealers of the East Village, from the mobsters to the rats, Bourdain's brilliantly written and wonderfully read, wild-but-true tales make the belly ache with laughter.
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I was assigned this book in a Country Music & Lit college seminar for some strange reason. It was an enjoyable enough read, providing insight into a world that I know NOTHING about. The glimpses into the restaurant scene were interesting, and it was intriguing for me personally because my father worked a short while as a cook. But overall, the subject matter just couldn't hold my attention that well. I'm not a "foodie." But while I was reading it, I kept coming up with friends I knew who I thought would enjoy it. If you have someone who loves food or restaurants, I definitely would recommend it to them.
Excellent look inside restaurants as only an insider could know. Reads easily and is deeply personal.
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About the Author:
Anthony Bourdain was an American celebrity chef, author, travel documentarian, and television personality who starred in programs focusing on the exploration of international culture, cuisine, and the human condition.
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