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In *The Reach of a Chef*, Michael Ruhlman delves into the evolving role of chefs in modern American culture. Building on his earlier work on restaurant kitchens, he examines how cooking has become a performance art and chefs have emerged as celebrity CEOs. The book offers insights into the lives of some of the most renowned chefs working in the world’s hottest restaurants.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Celebrity Biography
Authors: Michael Ruhlman
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