JGV: A Life in 12 Recipes

Love Jean George’s and his restaurants. Somewhat interesting book but very poorly edited. A lot of repetition of stories, wisdom and anecdotes. Could have been a lot better richer with better literary guidance and editing.

I love this chef and (having been to his Beverly Hills restaurant) and was interested in trying to cook some delicious meals inspired by the great one. The book comes through with some winning recipes but I would have enjoyed it even more with the addition of photos.

Another epic story of positive parental influence. 1st chapter alone is worth the price of the book. how in the world could you cook for 40 working people for lunch every day and do it in one hour. This should be a must read for EVERY culinary institute student.

Love food, love to cook, love celebrity chefs. This a quick read and very interesting. The recipes are a little complicated but you would expect them to be. Interesting story.

The book seemed to have been a promotional or advance review copy without captions under the photographs, missing page numbers and incomplete list of contents, not something that should be resold.

Attractively designed, illustrated with photographs, anecdotal and highly readable by one of New York’s master chefs. More than simply autobiographical, an excellent portrait in words.

Gift but looks good

JGV's voice really comes through, and his story is enhanced by the recipes offered. Entertaining and informative.