Does anyone have a copy of the Oxford Companion to Food? I was thinking of picking up a copy of it, but is it worth the $$$?

[Jim]

Joe,
It is worth the cash. It is a bit 'glossy' as far as depth goes; but what do you expect for a book that covers so much. I find it particularly handy when searching for a techinical definition or spelling. I have yet to turn to the book and not find what I was in search of.

[Nicko]

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[Isa]

I am curious hat difference is there between the Oxford Companion to Food and the Larousse Gastronomique?

Great book, bought it for my wife, but I end up reading it.