Appetites

In "Appetites," Anthony Bourdain presents his favorite dishes that have become dear to him since childhood, later in his career as a chef, and of course during his travels. However, "Appetites" is much more than a cookbook. It is a work of art, a manifesto, a reflection on the good life, and a battle plan for the kitchen that helps to astonish guests with breathtaking efficiency. The photos are rebellious, cheeky, unvarnished, and unconventional. They show what really happens in a kitchen and celebrate Bourdain's bad-boy image in a hauntingly beautiful way. The dishes, nonetheless, taste fantastic and should—according to Bourdain—truly be cooked by everyone.