I too prefer flavor improv, but that doesn't leave cookbooks out of the picture for me. I consider myself very good at picking good flavors, but I don't know everything. Cookbooks help expand my range, as well as help with technique. Choosing the right flavors is half the battle, knowing how to prepare the ingredients is another thing.
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