Heat: An Amateur's Adventures as Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker, and Apprentice to a Dante-Quoting Butcher in Tuscany
Heat: An Amateur's Adventures as Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker, and Apprentice to a Dante-Quoting Butcher in Tuscany
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006
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BetaHeat: An Amateur's Adventures as Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker, and Apprentice to a Dante-Quoting Butcher in Tuscany
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006336
Book • Nonfiction
New York City And Tuscany • 2000s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Heat: An Amateur's Adventures as Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker, and Apprentice to a Dante-Quoting Butcher in Tuscany, Bill Buford explores his journey into the culinary world. Transitioning from an amateur to a seasoned cook, he delves into intense kitchen environments and receives mentorship from expert Italian chefs, uncovering the complexities of traditional cooking techniques.
Adventurous
Informative
Humorous
Emotional
Playful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Heat by Bill Buford receives praise for its witty and engaging narrative as Buford delves into the culinary world, offering vivid insights into professional kitchens. Readers appreciate his humorous and passionate storytelling. Some critiques mention occasional disjointed narratives and a lack of depth in character development, but the overall journey is lauded as entertaining and enlightening.
Who Should Read Heat: An Amateur's Adventures as Kitchen Slave, Line Cook, Pasta-Maker, and Apprentice to a Dante-Quoting Butcher in Tuscany?
Readers who relish Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain or Julie & Julia by Julie Powell will savor Heat. They appreciate culinary adventures, behind-the-scenes insights into the restaurant world, and personal growth through food and travel. Ideal for fans of rich storytelling and cultural exploration.
26,338 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
336
Book • Nonfiction
New York City And Tuscany • 2000s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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