I'm pretty sure this is that really obnoxious, overbearing, screaming, hissy-fit, chef... I've not watched his show because I've only seen clips where he is screaming insults at someone "beneath" him. But this did not stop me from reading the cookbook.

From the inside front flap:

"Chuck out the frozen food and the take-out menus. Who better to show you how to cook real food, real fast and make it really tasty than Gordon Ramsay, three star chef and t.v. celebrity? Taking its inspiration from his popular tv shows, 'Gordon Ramsay's Fast Food' includes over 100 delicious recipes that are super-fast and easy to prepare.

The book is divided into short sections: 15 fearless of fast recipes such as starters, soups, fish, meat, pasta, working lunches, desserts etc., and 15 great menus for everyday entertaining. Many of the dishes can be prepared and cooked in 15 minutes (none take longer than half an hour), and the menus take 30-40 minutes from start to finish; each, with a timing plan. There's also advice on ingredients to keep in stock that will make your cooking really speedy, plus lots of ideas for short cuts.

All in all, this is a stunning successor to Gordon's fabulously successful library of cookbooks."

I ? this description, it is such a great explanation of the book that all I can add is: the book is printed on mat finish paper and contains lovely photographs on nearly every page. His ego does not come through in the book and his writing & explanations are sincere and down to earth.

Recipes include but are not limited: Quail w/ kohlrabi & butternut squash; grilled pineapple w/ mint & toasted coconut; lamb w/ crushed peas; Crayfish, avocado & mayo toasties; Bacon, pea & goat cheese frittata; Leftover roast chicken salad; Melon w/ tequila & lime; Pasta w/ pancetta, leek, & mushrooms; No bake berry cheesecake; Crab spring rolls; Easy lobster thermidor; Carmelized shallot & mushroom toasts; Grilled eggplant w/ sesame seed dressing; & Salad of grilled asparagus & spinach. ( )

This is a gorgeous cookbook... I find the recipes to be maybe a bit above my level? Or maybe living in Texas I have no access to fresh fish which is required in MANY of the recipes along with some eccentric ingredients that I can't get in Wichita Falls = Hell ( )

The least useful of my GR books. Not nearly as good as Nigella's express ( )

This is without a doubt, Gordon Ramsey for every person. The quotes and stories will make you feel as if you are in the kitchen with a relaxed Gordon. For those living green and organic lifestyles, this book will not disappoint. Fresh, seasonal, and local food are recommended. Beautiful photography. Suitable for coffee table or bookshelf. ( )

Well-formatted cookbook, with both ingredients and instructions on the same page for each recipe. Also, very well thought out menus. Just how "fast" they are is questionable; most home cooks would be well-pressed to finish the menu rapidly. Also, calls for some rather obscure ingredients at times (quail eggs, pata negra ham)but not too often. Lots of intense flavors. Overall, good book for a good home cook who's looking for innovative recipes and menus. ( )