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Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook

Anthony Bourdain
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Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010

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Anthony Bourdain

Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Topic
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook, Anthony Bourdain explores the culinary world through personal anecdotes and reflections. The book offers insights into the lives of chefs and the evolving food culture, shedding light on the industry's complexities and challenges.

Informative

Gritty

Emotional

Humorous

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.1

50,502 ratings

69%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook by Anthony Bourdain offers an unfiltered and entertaining inside look at the food industry. Bourdain's passionate and candid storytelling resonates, but some find the narrative disjointed. Fans appreciate the honest critique and personal insight, though the tone may not suit everyone.

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Who Should Read Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to the World of Food and the People Who Cook?

Food enthusiasts who savor behind-the-scenes culinary tales, enjoy sharp wit, and embrace brutally honest storytelling will relish Medium Raw. Fans of Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential or Reichl's Garlic and Sapphires will find it a captivating read. Ideal for readers curious about the untamed world of chefs.

4.1

50,502 ratings

69%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

288

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Topic
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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