I’ve read all of Michael Pollan’s books (I consider his The Omnivore’s Dilemma a masterpiece). Pollan takes a scientific approach to food. In Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation Pollan explores the traditional ways of cooking. He travels to North Carolina to discover the “real” way to barbecue. Trust me: slathering on some BBQ sauce on a slab of pork ribs does not cut it with Pollan. A baker teaches Pollan the secrets of making delicious bread. Pollan explores the science of non-pasteurized cheese. Pollan learns how to home-brew beer. If you’re interested in cooking and improving your nutrition, Cooked is loaded with practical, sensible advice (and recipes!). GRADE: B+
George, I like cooking though I like eating more. This book sounds interesting as do some of the other titles by Michael Pallon that I just read about. Does he write in the form of a story?
Prashant, Michael Pollan is a gifted story-teller. His books tend to be quests. I recommend them highly.
Phil loved OMNIVORE’S DILEMMA. I will tell him about this one, He’s the cook as I think I have mentioned.
Patti, Phil will love this book! And Pollan has convinced me that we all need to cook at home more.