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Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise
 

Garlic and Sapphires: The Secret Life of a Critic in Disguise

by Ruth Reichl

Fans of Tender at the Bone and Comfort Me with Apples know that Ruth Reichl is a wonderful memoirist--a funny, poignant, and candid storyteller whose books contain a happy mix of memories, recipes, and personal revelations. Amazon.com Interview
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All booked up
  • Rated 5 stars

“Ruth's work as the NY Times restaurant critic. Great anecdotes as she rates restaurants both as herself and in disguise. I definitely want to go to NY after reading this!”

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  • sunbeltwriter

    sunbeltwriter said:

    “This was one of the best books I have read this summer! Very entertaining. It provides a curious look into the world and life of a food critic. Don't we all wish we could have that job! ”

    posted Tuesday, July 17 2007
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