The legendary chef Ferran Adria's think-tank, the elBullifoundation, applies its rigorous Sapiens methodology to the core products that form the foundation of all cuisine This fascinating and encyclopedic volume, compiled by the globally influential chef, Ferran Adria's elBullifoundation, is a deep dive into unprocessed and raw culinary ingredients and explores why identifying, classifying, and categorizing food is essential to refining every chef's culinary skills. Drawing on disciplines such as biology, botany, zoology, and chemistry, and guided by the unique 'Sapiens' methodology, which employs a holistic, research-based approach, it is packed with compelling infographics, diagrams, and illustrations that make this fascinating subject easy to comprehend for culinary professionals and enthusiasts. Following in the footsteps of What is Cooking and The Origins of Cooking, this valuable reference will redefine the way we look at what we eat.

An in-depth exploration of the birth of cooking, as charted by leading authority and iconic chef Ferran Adrià's elBullifoundation Using Ferran Adrià's unique 'Sapiens' methodology, this extraordinary book examines in comprehensive detail the foundations of cuisine, starting with its earliest sources. Tracing every element of the produce, implements, and skills involved in food preparation, it asks such timely questions as: is the choice of raw food an act of cooking, or does cooking begin when specific tools are used to adapt it? Can food be considered 'cooked' when eaten in its raw state? Packed with intriguing text and illuminating elBullifoundation diagrams and images, it's a must-have for every serious cook's library. The Origins of Cooking is the perfect addition to Phaidon's Ferran Adrià library alongside A Day at elBulli, The Family Meal, Coffee Sapiens, and What is Cooking.

An in-depth exploration of the birth of cooking, as charted by leading authority and iconic chef Ferran Adria's elBullifoundation Using Ferran Adria's unique 'Sapiens' methodology, this extraordinary book examines in comprehensive detail the foundations of cuisine, starting with its earliest sources. Tracing every element of the produce, implements, and skills involved in food preparation, it asks such timely questions as: is the choice of raw food an act of cooking, or does cooking begin when specific tools are used to adapt it? Can food be considered 'cooked' when eaten in its raw state? Packed with intriguing text and illuminating elBullifoundation diagrams and images, it's a must-have for every serious cook's library. The Origins of Cooking is the perfect addition to Phaidon's Ferran Adria library alongside A Day at elBulli, The Family Meal, Coffee Sapiens, and What is Cooking.

Ferran Adria's elBullifoundation uses the Italian colazione to explore the concept of breakfast through the rigorous Sapiens methodology - the result of years of extensive in-depth research by experts from around the world This in-depth encyclopedic volume, from world-renowned chef Ferran Adria's think tank the elBullifoundation, provides the last word on the first meal of the day. From what breakfast comprises to where it is served and consumed, its history, and how it differs around the globe, this book is the ultimate companion for all chefs and serious food enthusiasts. Guided by the unique 'Sapiens' methodology, and with the breakfast of Italy as its foundation, this valuable reference work redefines the way we look at what is regarded by many as the most important meal of the day.