Wayne GisslenWAYNE GISSLEN is the author of the best-selling series of culinary books that includes "Professional Cooking, Advanced Professional Cooking," and "The Chef's Art: Secrets of Four-Star Cooking at Home," all published by Wiley. A graduate of the Culinay Institute of America, he has written and worked extensively in the field of culinary arts, with experience as a restaurant chef, test kitchen supervisor, and food and beverage consultant. J. GERARD SMITH is a freelance photographer and photo illustrator who has collaborated with Wayne Gisslen since 1980. Educated at Pratt Institute, he specializes in food, travel, and commercial photography. His work has appeared in the "Time, Newsweek, The New York Times Sunday Magazine," and more than 100 books. Read More Read Less