In its 3 decades at the top of New York City's restaurant scene, Le Bernardin has been celebrated as one of the finest seafood restaurants in the world and its iconic chef Eric Ripert as the expert in fish cookery. Now, Ripert demystifies his signature cuisine, making delectable fish dishes achievable for home cooks of all skill levels–yet still with elegance and panache. Breaking down cooking techniques into their building blocks, along with images to illustrate each step in the process, this book teaches readers how to master core skills, from poaching and deep frying to filleting a fish and shucking an oyster. These techniques are then applied to 85 straightforward, delicious recipes, many of which include substitutions for maximum ease. Each recipe is accompanied by a gorgeous image, as well as step-by-step photos for each of the 20 techniques taught in the book.