50 Foods

the long version

With *50 Foods*, Edward Behr has created a new culinary Baedeker, to delight and inform the connoisseur as well as the novice. Like *The Art of Eating*, his celebrated magazine, *50 Foods* presents simple, practical information about buying, using, preparing, and enjoying delectable fare. From Camembert and strawberries to anchovies and green beans, Behr focuses on aroma, appearance, flavor and texture to determine what "the best" is for each - including a guide to selecting top quality (signs of freshness and ripeness, best season, top varieties, proper aging) and tips on how best to prepare, serve, eat, and complement each of these marvelous foods. For the connoisseur at any level, *50 Foods*is a beautifully written guide to deliciousness.