Product ReviewsOn Cooking : A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals by Alan M. Hause and Sarah R. Labensky (2006, Trade Paperback / Mixed Media, Revised edition)

A great book with a design flaw

This book contains a wealth of information on cooking, and the food service industry. The recipes look decent, the few I have done are simple and flavorful enough. The Book itself though is a monster. It is too heavy to hold up and read, and large enough that I have taken to reading this book on the floor, because my desk is too small to accommodate it. The slightly awkward sizing makes it difficult to read on a lap, and is even worse when open. This is the only reason the book is not excellent.Read full review...

Great Textbook and Cookbook

Fell in love with the book when my stepdaughter went to Culinary Arts School and brought it home as her textbook. Detailed instructions and explanations of both the hows and the whys of each dish make it invaluable for someone who loves cooking.Read full review...

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great thanks!

I like it because it has a lot of info on cooking,and I'm learning a lot about the hitory of the different types of cuisine and thechefs that mastered them. the best part about this book is that it cotains a lot of different recipe's theat I can use. I baught it because I need it for school.Read full review...

On Cooking

I love the pictures and it's a very easy read. It's an absolutely beautiful book. I bought it for one of my classes; however, I saw it at Barnes and Noble and I wanted to buy it despite the cost. It's a very well made book that explains the food science of recipes.Read full review...

Love to Cook?

It is a beautiful book, well written and easy to understand. I will be keeping this book for years. The receipes are delicious and the instructions are informative and thoughtful. I definately recommend this book.Read full review...

very easy to read

i decided to buy it for class. It is easy to read and very informative. I will continue to use it for some time to come.

great book

good book I really love it used it in school and had to buy another one. I really love the clam chowder and potato salad in the book.

Good price for the book

The price for the book is good. Is one of the cheep place that I found. I don't have any complaint for the book. It's complete and ilustrative book. Overall, I'd recommend the book if you're on a budget.Read full review...

Terrible shipping

I bought this book last Tuesday. It is now Thursday of the next week and I have yet to receive it. I was told that it was mailed last Thursday and that it should be here NO LATER than today. At this point I am still wondering whether I got ripped off. I am now almost a week and a half behind in my class because I don't have my book yet.Read full review...

Awesome ebayer!!!

Fast shipping! Book was in excellent condition! Great price!!! Thanks!!!!! Best price I found online.