KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL by Anthony Bourdain (non-fic)

I never read this book when it came out at the turn of the century, though it had been recommended to me by several friends.  Because of the recent sad death of Chef Bourdain, I decided to pick it up.  It doesn’t matter that it was written some time ago; it is still fresh and interesting.  It is an eye-opener into the inner recesses of the kitchens of high end establishments and perhaps even your neighborhood bistro.  I highly recommend you read it if you haven’t.  It is timely, informative and may even make you think twice before you order that well-done piece of tuna or steak.