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An Amateur's Adventures As Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker, And Apprentice to a Dante-Quoting Butcher in Tuscany
Pages
619
Published
2006
Language
English

Synopsis

Join writer Bill Buford as he throws himself into the intense world of professional cooking, chronicling his three-year apprenticeship under the renowned Mario Batali. From 'kitchen bitch' to line cook, Buford navigates the demanding kitchens of Babbo, learning the art of Italian cuisine and forging an unexpected friendship with Batali. This memoir takes you from New York to Northern Italy and London, exploring the passion and precision behind the culinary arts.

About the author

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Bill Buford

Bill Buford is the author of The General. He writes about the worlds he immerses himself in, bringing readers along for the ride.