The Reach of a Chef takes a fascinating look at the evolution of the role of a chef, from being just a cook to becoming a celebrity CEO. The book offers a deep and intimate insight into the kitchens of some of the world's most famous restaurants, and it will make your taste buds water with the descriptions of food preparation. Whether you're a foodie or just curious, you'll enjoy reading about how chefs have become cultural icons and business leaders in their own right.

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The author of The Soul of a Chef looks at the new role of the chef in contemporary cultureFor his previous explorations into the restaurant kitchen and the men and women who call it home, Michael Ruhlman has been described by Anthony Bourdain as "the greatest living writer on the subject of chefs, and on the business of preparing food."  In The Reach of a Chef , Ruhlman examines the profound shift in American culture that has raised restaurant cooking to the level of performance art and the status of the chef to celebrity CEO. Bibliophiles and foodies alike will savor this intimate meeting with some of the most famous chefs in the kitchens of the hottest restaurants in the world.

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