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In this sumptuous book, Sophie Dudemaine--one of the bestselling cookbook authors in France--has selected and simplified 100 recipes from Alain Ducasse's encyclopedic Grand Livre de Cuisine. While retaining the spirit of Ducasse's recipes, Dudemaine has made the world-renowned chef's cuisine accessible to every home cook. In addition, Linda Dannenberg, the author of more than 20 books on French cooking and culture (as well as Stewart, Tabori and Chang's Perfect Vinaigrettes), has tested and adapted the recipes for an American audience. The book includes a wide range of starters such as pumpkin veloute soup and scallop salad; entrees such as salmon with morels, scampi carpaccio, spicy lamb loin, and duck a l'orange; side dishes such as pesto pasta and risotto with zucchini and parmesan; and desserts such as apricot tarts, macaroons with mascarpone, and caramel ice cream, among many other delights. Recipes range from classic French dishes (foie gras, chicken fricassee, and crepes Suzette) to international favorites (lobster Newburg and veal saltimbocca). Whether preparing meals for family, friends, or entertaining, home cooks of every ability will enjoy creating their own cuisine a la Ducasse.

The heart and soul of the French country home - and the source of France's legendary art de vivre - is the kitchen. This title celebrates France's real- life kitchens. It examines the design, the priorities of the owners, and the details - from colour palettes to collectibles - that create inviting, functional and personal spaces.

In over 450 glorious colour photographs, the rich ingredients of Provencal style what has come to be recognized as the French country look, is explored with whole chapters on colours, fabrics, pottery, furniture, decorative elements, houses, gardens and adaptations of the style outside France. A vivid evocation and a guided tour of the splendors of Provence.