Season by Nik Sharma

I have been eagerly awaiting this cookbook since I started reading San Francisco Chronicle columnist Nik Sharma’s blog A Brown Table. Sharma, who was born in Bombay, brings flavors and techniques from different countries and cultures to his cooking. His food (not to mention his stunning photography) is impossible to resist, and I think he is going to have a huge impact on how many Americans cook, the way that Yotam Ottolenghi has in the past decade. This book is a knockout, filled with outstanding recipes like Fingerlings with Crispy Sage & Garlicky Kefir Crème Fraîche, and Pulled Pork Tacos with Apple and Serrano Slaw. - S.B.