Do not read this book on an empty stomach. You'd be craving the savory crunch of southern fried chicken; the creamy goodness of a triple truffle risotto; the luxury of a simple vanilla ice cream-all at once. Vanilla Julian White is the nephew of an internationally-famed critic. He goes by Julian, only because the idea of sharing a name with the most common, boring ice cream flavor upsets him. He is the kind of genius that has,...