Pros
Includes basic, staple recipes
Great for learning more in the kitchen
Simple ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes
Useful for making various bread, condiments, and accompaniments
Entertaining and informative content
Good for beginner to intermediate cooks
Quality recipes for homemade items
Highly recommended by users
Complements the author's online content
Variety of recipes that cater to different skill levels
Cons
Not all recipes may be suitable for beginners
May not provide new information for advanced cooks
Some recipes may require more time and attention
Main Product Advantages
9 Bread and Condiment Recipes
The book is praised for its detailed instructions on making bread from scratch, as well as a variety of condiments and accompaniments.
9 Educational Value
Highly educational, providing in-depth knowledge and rationale behind various cooking techniques and dishes.
8 Beginner-Friendly
The cookbook is highly recommended for beginners due to its comprehensive coverage of basic recipes and foundational cooking techniques.
8 Diverse Recipe Range
It offers a wide array of recipes from simple meals to more intricate dishes like fish tacos, Cubanos, gnocchi, and Shoyu ramen.
8 Entertaining and Fun
The cookbook is described as entertaining, with an enjoyable writing style and complementary online content from the author.
7 Simple Ingredients
The recipes use simple, easily accessible ingredients, making the dishes approachable for home cooks.
7 Variety of Meal Types
Offers instructions on making a broad range of meal types, from breakfast items to full dinners, ensuring repeated usage.
5 Not for Advanced Chefs
More advanced chefs might find the cookbook too basic as it primarily focuses on foundational recipes and simple cooking techniques.
Joshua Weissman: An Unapologetic Cookbook - A Review
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
A Weissman once said… "...can we please stop with the barrage of 2.3 second meals that only need 1 ingredient? I get it…we’re busy. But let’s refocus on the fact that beautifully crafted burgers don't grow on trees."
Ironically this sounds a lot like he's trying to convince you to cook, but he's really not. Is this selling the cookbook? The point is that the food in this book is an invitation that speaks for itself. Great cooking does, and should, take time. Now is the time to double down and get your head in the cooking game. Or you know, don't. Maybe get someone else to cook this stuff for you...that works too.
How can you know if something is your favorite if 50 to 80 percent of the stuff you've been eating was made by someone else? Butter, condiments, cheese, pickles, patties, and buns. For a superior and potentially even life-changing experience, you can (and should, to be honest) make these from scratch. Create the building blocks necessary to make the greatest meal of your life.
While you're at it, give it the Joshua Weissman—or your own—twist. As Joshua would say, “If you don’t like blue cheese, then don’t use blue cheese.” From simple staples to gourmet to deep-fried, you are the master of your own kitchen, and you'll make it all, on your terms. With no regrets, excuses, or apologies, Joshua Weissman will instruct you how with his irreverent humor, a little bit of light razzing, and over 100 perfectly delectable recipes.
If you love to host and entertain; if you like a good project; if you crave control of your food; if fast food or the frozen aisle or the super-fast-super-easy cookbook keep letting your tastebuds down; then Joshua Weissman: An Unapologetic Cookbook is your ideal kitchen companion.
Conclusion
In a world where speed often trumps quality, this cookbook is a refreshing call to return to the joy of meticulous, thoughtful cooking. With over 100 recipes, Joshua Weissman not only provides instructions but empowers you to take control of your culinary experience. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a culinary project, this book is your ticket to a superior and potentially life-changing cooking journey. So, let's get cooking – unapologetically.
