The Science of Cooking

Every Question Answered to Perfect your Cooking
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The Science of Cooking by Dr. Stuart Farrimond explores the fascinating chemistry and physics behind everyday cooking. It offers scientific insights and practical advice, demystifying common cooking techniques while enhancing culinary skills. A helpful guide for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, it combines engaging explanations with detailed illustrations and experiments to improve your understanding of what happens in the kitchen.
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The Science of Cooking

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Allow bestselling author and TV food scientist Dr Stuart Farrimond to guide you through the scientific expertise that makes for flawless cooking every time.

Master the science behind every perfect dish.

Which vegetables should you eat raw? How do you make the perfect poached egg? Should you keep your eggs in the fridge? Food scientist, Dr Stuart Farrimond, answers all these questionsβ€”and many more like themβ€”equipping you with the scientific know-how to take your cooking to new levels.

In The Science of Cooking, fundamental culinary concepts sit side-by-side with practical advice and step-by-step techniques, bringing food science out of the lab and into your kitchen. Find the answers to your cookery questions and get more out of recipes with intriguing chapters covering all major food types, from meat, poultry, and seafood to grains, vegetables, and herbs.

Bestseller, The Science of Cooking, has the answers to your everyday cooking questions, as well as myth-busting information on vegan diets and cholesterol. Perfect your cooking with practical instructionβ€”and discover the science behind it.

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The Science of Cooking by Dr. Stuart Farrimond has been positively received, with reviewers appreciating its insightful exploration of culinary techniques through a scientific lens. It distils complex food science concepts into accessible explanations, making it practical and enjoyable for both amateur and seasoned chefs. The book's clear layout, engaging content, and visually appealing design are often highlighted as strong points.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241229781

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 October 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 221.0mm

Height: 263.0mm

Weight: 1353g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Medical doctor turned food scientist and author of DK bestsellers The Science of Cooking (2017), The Science of Spice (2018) and The Science of Living (2020), \"Dr Stu\" is a science and medical writer, presenter and educator. He makes regular appearances on TV, radio, and at public events, and his writing appears in national and international publications. Stuart is also the founder and editor of online lifestyle-science magazine Guru.

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