On my to-read list, but all of my friends rave about it. Check out my recent interview with the author, Grant Achatz. http://tinyurl.com/nod5c7

Thoughtful introductory digression and innovative recipes. The recipes are surprisingly do-able in a domestic context - often they do not rely on as much specialised kitchen machinery as you might think. The main criticism is that the thinking behind the recipes is not explained well. It is often difficult to connect them precisely to the underlying philosophy expounded up front. ( )