Dishes of France

This book is perfect for the gastronomic reader, the practical cook, and the armchair traveler! Dishes of France is not merely a collection of regional French recipes, but a vision of France and all that French culture has invested over the years in the art of fine foods. All of the most emblematic dishes of France are presented, accompanied by recipes, personal accounts, and anecdotes that bring to life each dish's history; the chef's techniques, rites, as well as modern variations of the basic recipes. Discover the origins of each dish; the key ingredients and what makes them so special. From handed-down secret recipes of mother and grandmothers to farmers who equate their potatoes to truffles ad butter to caviar, these are the dishes that characterize true French cooking.