My husband and I loved the restaurant so much so I got him the cookbook for Christmas. There are plenty of recipes that look challenging and, as a novice cook, I'm not sure if I will venture to try them anytime soon. The info on ingredients that go into the food and wine pairings make that a great reason alone to get this book, so I don't feel cheated by some of the overwhelming recipes. And there are a good amount of things that I cannot wait to try, that do look like they're easier on a new cook (but will make me look like an amazing cook!) One day, I will try my hand at the lamb and ricotta crespelle with tomato and pecorino (mmm....) which is by far the best meal I've ever had and I can still remember what it tastes like in Nate's lovely restaurant a year after I had it. For now, I will wow my husband and dinner guests with braised salmon and roasted asparagus with walnut crema and pecorino. What I'm getting at is, I think this book is great for someone who doesn't know so much about cooking, but is interested in learning. And there are some amazing recipes to try and a good amount of great info on how to make your meal impressive to help a novice cook on their way. I love this book. Someone would have to rip it from my bloody claws before I lend it out to anyone.