This cookbook is fantastic. I have made literally dozens of dishes from this book and every single one has been delicious and beautiful. Indeed, I have even used recipes from it to prepare meals professionally for clients who have always been satisfied. The wealth of information provided about buying and preparing different ingredients is always on target and incredibly worthwhile.
I have never had a problem finding the ingredients as listed in any normal chain grocery store of reasonable size - and I am not talking about the [gourmet specialty stores] here.
I love to cook, and I can turn to this book with utter confidence in exceptional results every time.
One note, however: some of the cuts of meat they recommend can be very very expensive (ex: Roast Fillet of Beef). Instead of using the more expensive cut, read through their section about that meat and cooking methods for a more than servicable substitution.
This book is astoundingly and delightfully complete, neglecting almost no method or ingredient.
Enjoy!
