"It is difficult to imagine a better course for practicing, would-be, or even part-time vegetarians," said The New York Times of Annemarie Colbin's cooking classes. And, in this book, the founder of the successful Natural Gourmet Cookery School in New York City offers a whole year's worth of her popular classes.The Book Of Whole Meals-- Provides a sound holistic nutritional philosophy on which to base your food choices-- Gives thorough instructions on how to set up a kitchen and a well-stocked pantry-- Offers varied menus for each season: dozens of whole breakfasts, lunches; and dinners, using the fruits and vegetables of the season-- Shows how to make quick meals with leftovers, without sacrificing taste or nutrition-- Teaches you how to maximize efficiency and grace in the kitchen with time-saving hints for organizing every step of food preparation...and more!Voted one of ten best cookbooks by New Age Journal readers.