You can puck up the kindle version for $1.99 right now link
Not sure about what the mechanism at play might be, but I've definitely doubled down on salt and acid after changing my diet. It has helped a ton. The book Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat might be interesting to check out re: balancing flavors so that food is more satisfying.
Acids and fresh herbs.
I've learned a lot from https://eggheadforum.com . The other things that have really upped my cooking game are https://amazingribs.com for a lot of science behind grilling (and recipes) and the book Salt Fat Acid Heat.
Here's the link without all the extra reference stuff on the end of it:
Deal link: Amazon
It looks like it is $2.99 on Amazon.ca as well
Best not to follow recipe. Use the basics of cooking - Salt, Fat, Acid, heat to get going. All you need is some ratio/combination of the 4 to get a good taste.
Allow me to recommend this cookbook. It truly teaches you why you're using the ingredients and methods you are rather than just telling you what to do.
https://www.amazon.com/Salt-Fat-Acid-Heat-Mastering-ebook/dp/B01HMXV0UQ
I just looked up the price on Amazon. The ebook is ~$20. That's a crazy high price for an ebook. The hardcover is less, around $17. That makes no sense to me unless they are way overstocked in the hardcover.