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THE Books for Chefs
Le Repertoire De La CuisineLe Repertoire De La Cuisine by L. Saulnier
Buy new: £12.65 / Used from: £12.47
This is the one that goes everywhere with me - the most comprehensive for its almost "pocket" size. A must for any serious chef who knows his quantities but occasionally needs an "ingredients" check!
EscoffierEscoffier by Auguste Escoffier
Buy new: £59.54 / Used from: £15.20
Escoffier - His name says it all. Every chef should own or have read this one!
Larousse Gastronomique: The World's Greatest Cookery Encyclopedia (Larousse)Larousse Gastronomique: The World's Greatest Cookery Encyclopedia (Larousse) by Prosper Montagne
Buy new: £38.99 / Used from: £30.00
Again, this book needs no introduction. A great reference book with well thought out/planned categories.
The Silver SpoonThe Silver Spoon by Various
Buy new: £16.17 / Used from: £10.24
This is a compilation of nearly every classic Italian Dish you could hope for!
Encyclopaedia of Italian CookingEncyclopaedia of Italian Cooking
Buy used from: £52.56
This is a good "back-up" to the Silver Spoon - see above!
Practical CookeryPractical Cookery by Ronald Kinton
Buy used from: £17.26
Had to include this as it is a great book for anyone starting out on the road to becoming a chef!
Advanced Practical Cookery: A Textbook for Education and IndustryAdvanced Practical Cookery: A Textbook for Education and Industry by John Campbell
Buy new: £23.74 / Used from: £21.45
More of the above - but the "advanced" version.