Author(s): Jules François

Food & Cooking

This beautiful book captures the essence of living well, the French way. Containing over 80 recipes, some dating back to the fourteenth century, as well as traditional tips ranging from how to clean copper to making the perfect eau de cologne, En Cuisine takes you into the heart of every French home â the kitchen â and makes you feel welcome. Anecdotes from the authorâÂÂs time in France are interspersed throughout the book, together with memorable quotes from famous gourmands and fascinating insights into various aspects of French culinary culture. For example, did you know that only women are allowed to harvest the premier fleur de sel (âÂÂwhite saltâÂÂ), as men are not considered to be fastidious enoughs Recipes, anecdotes and quotes are all complemented by the authorâÂÂs stunning original artworks.