White Heat

This is an absolutely amazing book. This book captures some of the true genius of Marco Pierre White and features some great photographs from when he was at Harvey's. Although the book offers much uniqueness and a great insight into Marcus cuisine I do wish to offer some caution to the novice cook or even home cook. Marco has made much of this book relatively easy-to-follow but, to a novice cook this cook may pose many challenges. Much of Marco's belief of using fine and fresh ingredients are reflected in the book. My best example of this would be lobster ravioli, where Marco gives instruction on how to kill a lobster quickly and humanely. Which I couldn't agree more giving a humane death to any living creature is of the utmost importance but, some home cooks may not be willing to go seek out live lobster. I will without a doubt much recommendation to this book though, because of its unique creativity and use of ingredients.

This cook-book is a great read for those looking to explore cooking techniques of classic french cuisine that was popular in the early 90's. In the book you will find the recipes used in Marco's five part mini series which aired in the spring of 1990 called ' Marco Cooks For... " featuring chefs like Nico Ladenis and Albert Roux. This book is really part memoir and an homage to the chefs he respects and had worked for in the past (up until that point -1990)This is the only cook book that I truly enjoy reading for the recipes as well as the anecdotes. It can almost be read as a novel. You will be briefed on Marco's early years as a child in Italy, as well as his journey cooking his way through some of the best restaurants in Britain. By page 20 you'll realize he has a mad passion for food and that in itself is compelling enough to keep you entertained. Not to mention the food is amazing.

Marco Pierres White Heat shows the daily workings of his 3 Michelin star restaurant as well as the recipes and what it takes to become a chef of that calibre. The photos are amazing and his food is still relevant today, only drawback would be the complexity of each dish is such that cooking it at home would be quite a task. Enjoyable read or coffee table book and very inspiring

This book is great for an aspiring cook, as it contains a lot of quotes of Marco Pierre White, classic pictures and working moments. Still as a recipe book, it's a bit hard to use, as some recipes require expensive produce or produce that we don't have in Lithuania, special skills or lots of time. We love it as a great source of inspiration anyway and we are very happy with the purchase, came fast and in great condition!

Very good read, being a chef most food is what people would say is outdated for the times but I love seeing what great chefs have done in the past and allows you to see the progression and learn things that can be brought back in your own style. I've read it complete a few times and scim through it regularly.

Marco Pierre White is an inspiration to anyone, in any field of endeavor, who aspires towards excellence through dedication and commitment.As a fine art photographer I especially enjoyed the black and white photography, in the first half of the book, that captures the essence of the often times feverish pace of the kitchen hustle and bustle.The second half of the book is comprised of beautiful color photographs of many of Marco's prized recipes.

You are not a chef if you haven't swooned over every page of this book. This book to touches me on a very personal level as a professional fine dining chef. It is timeless and a piece of culinary history.

Ordered White Heat, a collectors item cookbook, and instead got a college book called "design for better work."

A valuable resource for a professional to guide and assist, to inspire.Lay people won't be able to do most of this at all.

libro che non può mancare a chi apprezza Pierre White come cuoco, molto interessanti le foto, sicuramente un libro di custodire per gli anni a venire.

... that I never got the chance to sample any of these culinary masterpieces. The book is a bit of a car boot sale, a rather odd hash of moody B&W from the hip photo's and magnified off the cuff quotes from the great white himself, then the sumptuous colour of the recipes and resulting works of art. If you're prone to salivating, don't buy this book.

If you are a fan of Marco Pierre White, then this has to be in your book shelf.I just loved the book. Great Inspiring stories and beautiful photos too.Most of the book is of his recipes, but the stories he has shared are super inspiring.

Great book, would recommend to anyone interested in food.