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Larousse Gastronomique
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Larousse Gastronomique
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Author: Larousse Gastronomique
Editor: Prosper Montagne
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2001-10-02
ISBN: 0609609718
Number of pages: 1360
Publisher: Clarkson Potter

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Book Review: A true classic,updated for the modern cook.
Summary: 5 Stars

When writing the author Prosper Montagne attempted what some people thought impossible.He tried to capture the history,influences,culture and flair of french food on paper.He succeded in his aim and this book was the result. However times and tastes change and this book has now been upodated.The book contains well over a thousand recipies,some ancient and classic,others modern and trendy.It also contains methods,which are the building blocks of good food,biographies of the various figures who have influenced food and the perception of food throughout the ages.You can find infomation on people from Carme to Escoffier,from Balzac to Tailliavent.The people and the recipies are all here along with illistrations and full colour photos.With extensive info on different cultures and exotic foodstuffs.this book bursts at the seems. Perfect for the keen amatur and the experienced chef alike.

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