The Sauce Book: 300 Foolproof Sauces from Hollandaise, Hoisin & Sala Verde to Cranberry, Caramel, and Creme Patissiere

For many, the idea of making at home the kind of sauces we enjoy in restaurants can be downright scary. But it's a lot easier than you might think: once you understand the various sauce "families" and have mastered a few basic techniques, it will open up the way to making a multitude of different sauces, and even creating your own versions. The book is divided into five geographical regions: France; Europe and the Mediterranean; the Americas; Asia; and the Pacific Rim. There is also a chapter on fusion food, and one on sweet sauces.