James Barber, author, columnist, and one of the best known television cooks in the world, has been an icon in Canada for over 20 years. In Flash in the Pan, one of his original eating books, he makes it easy and fun to prepare Nouveau Quiche, Leck and Potato Soup, and Chicken Liver Pate. He also puts new twists on old favorites like Simplest Stew, Spaghetti Without Meatballs, and Corner Store Chowder. Each recipe is illustrated with his endearing drawings that both amuse and give clear, easy-to-follow directions.