The Fat Duck Cookbook

Must have book

Wonderful book

I knew when I bought this book that I would not be using it as a source of recipes, and any prospective purchasers should be aware of that at the outset. However the book is a deeply fascinating document of how Heston has created stunning recipes that us mere mortals can only dream of tasting. The history section is really interesting and shows just how dedicated Mr Blumenthal has been in his pursuit of the extraordinary. The recipes are beautifully explained and photographed and there is a real education to be had here. I've tried making his triple cooked chips and have certainly taken some of the information and used it. This is a marvellous book and its a worthy addition to my bookshelf.. Hope you enjoy too.

I have tried a number of recipes in this book some are actually achievable for normal human beings. Other than that it is a science book and you should and will enjoy the journey.A super coffee table book, recipes are written and explained in very good detail and the pictures are very appetising. This is a cook book that demands every once in a while you don your Heston glasses and inner madness to see what happens.Even if it doesn't work 100% you'll probably still find you have a damn tasty dish.

I never thought I would pay over £700 for a meal for two at the Fat Duck - but I did - and left muttering "that was value for money"!!!So I wanted to find out more about how it was done - and this is it.The recipes, however, are a bit beyond my sphere of competence!!

Amazing and beautiful book full of recipes you never make. But who cares when you try some of the elements of the dishes, and they are shown great in this book. I like it like Grant Achatz - Alinea. True inspiration for the foodie. Dont buy it if you wanna make food i 30 min. But If you wanna a know what a Master Chef like Heston Blumenthal is thinking when he creates dishes, menues etc. Then this is a must. a dream builder for visiting The fat duck, even if you have do overtime for a year.

The only "cookery" book that I've read from cover to cover forever being frustrated when having to put it down to eat, drink and sleep.

Amazing recipies and insight to a true genius. Awesome book

A beautifully produced book and a great window into what to takes to be a Michelin star chef. The perfectionism is astonishing. The recipes however may not be to everyone's tastes and despite very detailed instruction may prove impossible for most home chefs. But have a go anyway and perhaps surprise yourself.

Cant go wrong with this item. Bought as a gift for a chef, very pleased. Fantastic price and quality. Any cooks dream

excellent service, excellent book. Sincerely, Vida

Christmas

Far too complicated to follow.

Was a present, they loved it. More for those who take pleasure in reading and learning about the Science behind food. This is not a recipe book to follow so anyone moaning they cannot make the meals I think have missed the point

Great

Love it. Bought it for my boyfriend as he loves to cook.

Amazing