{"product_id":"fundamentals-of-flavor-100-recipes-for-the-science-of-better-cooking","title":"Fundamentals of Flavor: 100 Recipes for the Science of Better Cooking","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a Featured Preorder* for a book that will be published September 22, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is what the publisher tells us about this book:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcclaimed cookbook author, America’s Test Kitchen Editor in Residence, and molecular biologist Nik Sharma brings his deep scientific knowledge, delicious recipes, and stunning photography to home cooks with \u003ci\u003eFundamentals of Flavor\u003c\/i\u003e. These 100 recipes deepen your understanding of how fire, earth, air, and water improve your kitchen techniques and the flavor of your meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the science-forward thinking of \u003ci\u003eThe Flavor Equation\u003c\/i\u003e and the accessibility of his award-winning \u003ci\u003eVeg-Table\u003c\/i\u003e, Nik Sharma’s latest cookbook brings fascinating technical know-how to exciting everyday recipes. In these pages, Sharma explores the four powerful elements of nature and their profound influence on how we cook, delving into such topics and dishes as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFire: How caramelization deepens the flavor of Caramelized Shallot and Feta-Labneh Dip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarth: How salt's minerality brings crispness to Salt-Baked New Potatoes with Gochujang Vinaigrette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir: Why drying out cookie dough results in perfect Extra Rich Chocolate-Cinnamon Crinkle Cookies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Why sous vide is the best way to cook a hearty, tender loaf of Icelandic Rye Bread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd much more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than 150 evocative photographs and 20+ infographics that simplify scientific principles for visual learners, this is a beautiful, foundation-building reference book for home cooks who approach their meals with a hunger for knowledge and big flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNik Sharma is an accomplished chef and cookbook author.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eVeg-Table\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewon the 2024 Golden Poppy Award and was named a Best Cookbook of the Year by NPR,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Los Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eEpicurious\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eVice\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eFood Network\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eGood Housekeeping\u003c\/i\u003e, and more. 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From the basics like how to make your own Hot Honey, Homemade Set Yogurt, and Cultured Butter to mastering more complex dishes such as Eggplant, Burrata, and Mozzarella Pitadinas; Steak with Porcini-Thyme Sauce; and Cinnamon Churro Ice Cream with Dulce de Leche, these recipes help you achieve spectacular, complex flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a former molecular biologist, Sharma wants you to eat delicious food while understanding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eyou made it happen—so you can make it again! 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