What Einstein Told His Cook: Kitchen Science Explained by Robert L. Wolke (Engli

Description: What Einstein Told His Cook by Robert L. Wolke Finalist for the James Beard Foundation Book Award and the IACP Cookbook Award "[A]s good a read on the science of cooking as there is." —Mark Bittman, author of How to Cook Everything FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Does drinking soft drink contribute to global warming? Why do we salt the water for boiling pasta? Why dont the amounts of fats on food labels add up? In this fun and accessible book, Robert L Wolke provides reliable and witty explanations to these and over 100 other everyday kitchen queries. In a humorous style Wolke debunks common kitchen misconceptions and helps readers to see through confusing food advertising and labeling. Just like having a scientist at your side, this book answers your questions in plain, non-technical terms. Discover why cooked foods turn brown, how to remove excess salt from soup and what makes a container microwave safe. Notes The science of food, answering the most common questions, debunking misconceptions and interpreting advertising and labelling. Author Biography Robert L. Wolke, a professor emeritus of chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh, received his doctorate in chemistry from Cornell University. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with his wife, noted food writer Marlene Parrish. Review "Wolke... is one of the great demystifiers of science information... wonderful at answering those vexing food questions you always wondered about but never got around to investigating yourself." -- BusinessWeek "The author... breathes fun and fact into his work, making this book a good choice for any cook." -- Chicago Tribune Review Text "Wolke... is one of the great demystifiers of science information.... wonderful at answering those vexing food questions you always wondered about but never got around to investigating yourself." Review Quote "Youd never think a food science book would be a page-turner, but from the moment I started reading Bob Wolkes wise, funny, fascinating book, I couldnt put it down. A must-read." Promotional "Headline" National Bestseller Details ISBN0393329429 Author Robert L. Wolke Short Title WHAT EINSTEIN TOLD HIS COOK Language English ISBN-10 0393329429 ISBN-13 9780393329421 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-10-31 Subtitle Kitchen Science Explained Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Residence Pittsburgh, PA, US Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9780393329421 UK Release Date 2008-10-31 NZ Release Date 2008-10-31 US Release Date 2008-10-31 Pages 368 Publisher WW Norton & Co Imprint WW Norton & Co Alternative 9780393011838 DEWEY 641.30015 Audience General AU Release Date 2010-01-07 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:43657530;

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