This cookbook is your definitive guide to New Orleans seafood cooking, including a comprehensive seafood cook's manual and 150 recipes feauring classic and contemporary seafood preparations. Noted restaurateur Ralph Brennan and his five talented chefs put their knowledge into this book.

This book features detailed, triple-tested recipes that really work. Whether you're a novice or an expert, you'll find recipes to delight you, from the short and simple to the delectably complex.

Illustrated step-by-step instructions fo rhandling, storing and preparing raw seafood products, a guide topairing seafood with wine, and a bonus section with substitutions, tips and special instructions are all included.