The Essence of French Cooking - Hardcover

Michel Roux

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1849493804 ISBN 13: 9781849493802

Publisher: Quadrille Publishing Ltd, 2014

Synopsis

In this very personal book, Michel Roux distils a lifetime's knowledge into a definitive work on French food and cooking. Based around 100 classic recipes that have stood the test of time, this lavishly illustrated book explores the diversity of French cuisine, which for centuries has influenced so many other styles of cooking around the world. Michel gives modern interpretations of classic dishes, with his favourite variations and accompaniments. He provides expert guidance on classic techniques as well as fascinating stories about the origins of recipes, ingredients and regional culinary traditions. In addition, there are features on French cheeses and wine. Photographed on location in France, this extraordinarily beautiful book embraces the timeless essence of French cuisine and conveys the flavours and variety of French cooking today.

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About the Author

Michel Roux is a legendary chef and one of the world's greatest experts on French cuisine. At his renowned restaurant, The Waterside Inn in Bray, England, he has held three Michelin stars for an astonishing 28 years. His career has been hugely successful ever since he opened his first restaurant, the acclaimed Le Gavroche in London, with his brother Albert in 1967. He holds countless other culinary honors and he was awarded an OBE in 2002 and the Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur in 2004. He has written many successful books, including Eggs (2005), Pastry (2007), and Desserts (2011), published by Quadrille and internationally.

Edition details

• Publisher: Quadrille Publishing Ltd
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1849493804
• ISBN 13: 9781849493802
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 272