France: The Beautiful Cookbook : Authentic Recipes From The Regions of France

by Gilles Pudlowski

A bounty of more than 240 recipes from the regions of France reveal the rich and varied produce of the world'srenowned center of gastronomy. "France the Beautiful Cookbook "gives a rare insight into the less -publicized side of French a cuisine which has been passed down through families by word or mouth. This home cuisine, so rich in history and tradition -- and so delicious - simmers and bubbles on family stoves and in country inns throughout each region.France the Beautiful Cookbook takes the reader from the countryside to the table. It explains the vital link between each region's history, geography and culina traditions, story, people who make the food so unique. Without the abundance of oysters, without"cassoulet" without"hochepot," without the "bourride" without the wines and beers that go with them, France would not be France.Specially commissioned photographs graphically convey the diversity and beauty of France's the craggy hills of the south, the coastal fishing villages along the western coast, the lush pastures of the Loire, the colorful Mediterranean, and the alpine regions and volcanic plateaus of the center.The recipes are recorded in this beautiful book by the Scotto Sisters - food writers Marianne Comolli, Elisabeth Scotto and Michele Carles -- who grew up in Paris, spending the summers of their childhood in the French countryside. Each Cookbook is the story of an ancient treasure trove of French regional gastronony eloquently narrated by Author Pludlowski and superbly captured in color by photographers Pierre Hussenot and Leo Meier.

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking, France, Reference, Nonfiction, Food, Travel

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1989

Reviews

[GoldGato · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is more than just a cookbook. It's an exploration of each gastronomic region of France, which means being able to work up an appetite as the author guides the reader through each area. Seafood, meat, dairy, breads, and desserts are photographed in loving detail, while recipes are provided nearby. This volume also serves as a travel motivator, with descriptions of villages and the specialty of each area.

Read, cook, travel. C'est magnifique.


Book Season = Year Round (cherry gâteau)

[Jeff · Rating 4 out of 5]

Marvelous receipes, very traditional. Will take time and specific ingredients. But the flavors, OMG.

[Olivia Funk · Rating 5 out of 5]

goals

[EchoHouseLibrary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a beautiful book, one where you can take a trip through the images alone. I'm not sure just how wonderful the recipes are as I'm not experienced with eating or cooking classically French food. I am however a good percentage of French descent and my tastebuds tell me that the fish recipes in particular look amazing...so I look forward to trying some of them. Another great find by my hubby at a little used book shop.

[Andrea Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well now my mouth is watering, I want to cook French food and visit France again! I spent the afternoon reading and salivating!