This Book is designed to provide a quick reference of valuable information on various foods, food preparation methods, and Herbs and Spices along with their applications. If you can't cook at all but want to. If you can cook a few things but are afraid to try new and more complicated recipes. If you can cook but are regularly confused by a phrase or name used for foods or dishes, or even preparation methods. If you have no idea how to select the best and freshest of vegetables and fruits when you go to the Supermarket. If you are not familiar with Herbs and Spices, but want to know which ones can enhance your foods. If you have no idea which wines should be served with which foods. Then this book is for you.