James L. Morgan is a Cordon Bleu-trained chef who has taught at Arizona State University and The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, Northern Arizona University.

"Chef Morgan has written a delightfully informative and useful text, beautifully presenting the cuisines of many different countries and regions. The included recipe CD is a marvelous and much-needed addition to any culinary collection. His instructional approach is innovative and welcoming." -- Christine Jaszay, Ph.D., Professor of Foodservice Management and Director of The Isbell Hospitality Ethics Center, Northern Arizona University "If you are career-minded about the food-industry, Culinary Creation is a must-have. It's easy to read and full of valuable food facts and wit. It's fuel to feed the creative food mind!" -- Kiyoko Goldhardt, Chef/Instructor, The House of Rice (houserice.com) "To create this textbook, Morgan has taken a healthy portion of adventure, added exotic ingredients, flavored it with reason, and balanced it with a passion for the craft, culinary joy, and a good helping of care." -- Joseph Eid, Chef Instructor, Le Cordon Bleu

• Overview of World Food and Foodservice; Keeping Your Customers and Employees Safe; Your Tools; Introduction to Culinary Techniques and Principles; Planning and Documenting Your Culinary Creations; The World of Stocks, Sauces, and Soups; Finger Foods: Appetizers and Sandwiches; Creating Salads; Creating with Meats; Creating with Poultry; Creating with Seafood; Creating with Vegetables; Creating with Dairy Products and Eggs; Basic Baking Principles.