Startlingly honest, informative, and provocative, this work represents the most comprehensive survey of today's women professional chefs. Over 7,000 women in the food industry across the U.S. responded to Ann Cooper's call. Combined with her tenacious research, hundreds of personal interviews, and over 20 years of professional experience, Cooper has unified the voices of these women to deliver the most informative and inspirational book on the subject. B&W photos.