A thought from Fernand Point.
“There are many people who claim to be good cooks; just as there are many people who, after having repainted the garden gate take themselves to be painters.” …
Jean BANCHET 1941-2013
Jean BANCHET 1941-2013 It is with great sadness that we learned today of the passing of Jean Banchet. Banchet was the chef that really got Chicago on the culinary map. …
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Provence, 1970
A fascinating new book about a a meeting of American culinary greats written by M.F.K. Fisher’s great-nephew. http://booksaboutfood.com/bookreview/provence-1970/
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One Soufflé at a Time
Came a cross a listing for this interesting book from the always terrific Anne Willan. Have not had the chance to read it yet but will be doing so shortly.…
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Unexpected guest
I had nothing to do that day. I didn’t want to waste it. I was sitting in my hotel room in Lyon going over what I felt I should be…
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Bocuse d’Or 2015
If you fancy your self a dab-hand in the kitchen and have always wanted to try out for one of those Food Network competitions (always seeming to be about cupcakes)…
A thought from General de Gaulle
“How Can anyone govern a nation that has two hundred and forty-six different kinds of cheese?” -Charles de Gaulle