The Man Who Ate Everything
by Jeffrey Steingarten
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Book Reviews of The Man Who Ate Everything
Book Review: The man who ate everything...
Summary: 3 Stars
I appreciate that some would enjoy this book more than I have...in the sense that if you've been to a particular place then you'd know what or where the writer is writing about. And much of the content relies on this premise.
I started the book over a month ago and have struggled to finish it. There are portions I find entertaining, parts I've found useful and then scientific parts that go right over my head.
Book Review: Entertaining, smart, and informational.
Summary: 4 Stars
Obsessed with food and cooking of late, I dove head first into this book. Enjoying his sass, criticism, wit, and knowledge on Iron Chef I had high hopes for this book. I was not let down at all. I believe the chapters are his past writings from Vogue and scattered with cool recipes, humorous stories, and great information about all types of food. I really enjoyed reading this book and am eager to read his other works.Book Review: Very Funny in Parts, but a little too long
Summary: 3 Stars
The author is quite funny in places, but ultimately one can read only so many descriptions of food. The best parts of the book are the more general essays on bread, ketchup, etc... At the end though I was exhausted. Its a good book, light,just tiring. I had to struggle to finish it. However, the next book I read "Down These Mean Streets" by Piri Thomas was an interesting an quick read. Check it out.Book Review: Deliciously fabulous!
Summary: 5 Stars
Mr. Steingarten should be awarded for writing this book.
I searched in vain for an email address so I could tell him directly how much I enjoyed his book. Leaving a short review here is my own way of saying THANK YOU. I could not have picked up a better companion for my two-month stay in Hanoi, where I went to study Vietnamese cuisine. Hours of very well written stories and good laughs.
Anabela
Book Review: Hilarious and Informative
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is a real treat for anyone interested in food, nutrition, or cooking. The author presents, in the most entertaining form, commentary on our diet obsessions, food fixations, and nutrition nonsense. In between the laughs, you'll pick up a few pieces of genuinely interesting and useful information. As a bonus, its easy to pick up and read one or two of the essays while you are waiting for water to boil.