Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly is a book by Anthony Bourdain, a chef, author, and TV personality who died in 2018. The book is a memoir of his experiences in the restaurant industry, revealing the secrets, scandals, and skills behind the kitchen door. The book is also a candid account of his personal life, including his struggles with drugs, alcohol, and relationships. The book is written in a witty, sarcastic, and provocative style, with colorful anecdotes and insights from Bourdain’s travels and tastes.
The book was published in 2000 and became a bestseller and a classic of food writing. It has been praised by critics and readers for its honesty, humor, and passion. It has also been adapted into a TV series in 2005, starring Bradley Cooper as Bourdain.