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This delightful exploration celebrates the gastronomic pleasures of France, taking readers on a journey beyond Provence to every corner of the country with knife, fork, and corkscrew in hand. Discover hidden gems in tiny restaurants, Michelin-starred establishments, vibrant village markets, and enchanting vineyards. Experience the Foire aux Escargots in Martigny-les-Bains, a weekend dedicated to the beloved snail, and witness the Marathon du Medoc, where runners enjoy tastings of Bordeaux wines, including Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. Relish a memorable bouillabaisse at a beachside restaurant on the Côte d'Azur and embark on a quest for the perfect chicken at a fair in Bourg-en-Bresse. Attend a Catholic mass in Ri-cherenches, honoring the prized black truffle, and learn about the most pungent cheese from Normandy while engaging in a lively debate about the perfect omelette. Along the way, gather luscious recipes and appreciate the essential Michelin Guide, a must-have for any serious food lover in France. This book captures the glory and pleasure of the French table in a wonderfully entertaining manner.
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French Lessons, Peter Mayle, MARTEN
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- Released
- 2001
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- Title
- French Lessons
- Subtitle
- Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Peter Mayle, MARTEN
- Publisher
- Knopf
- Released
- 2001
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN10
- 0375405909
- ISBN13
- 9780375405907
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Maps & Travel, True Stories, Biographies, Travel, Cookbooks, Cookbooks, Food & Drinks, Humor, Autobiographies & Memoirs, Travelogues, France, Food, Wine, Food and Drink
- First published
- 2001
- Original title
- French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew
- Rating
- 3.5 out of 5
- Description
- This delightful exploration celebrates the gastronomic pleasures of France, taking readers on a journey beyond Provence to every corner of the country with knife, fork, and corkscrew in hand. Discover hidden gems in tiny restaurants, Michelin-starred establishments, vibrant village markets, and enchanting vineyards. Experience the Foire aux Escargots in Martigny-les-Bains, a weekend dedicated to the beloved snail, and witness the Marathon du Medoc, where runners enjoy tastings of Bordeaux wines, including Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. Relish a memorable bouillabaisse at a beachside restaurant on the Côte d'Azur and embark on a quest for the perfect chicken at a fair in Bourg-en-Bresse. Attend a Catholic mass in Ri-cherenches, honoring the prized black truffle, and learn about the most pungent cheese from Normandy while engaging in a lively debate about the perfect omelette. Along the way, gather luscious recipes and appreciate the essential Michelin Guide, a must-have for any serious food lover in France. This book captures the glory and pleasure of the French table in a wonderfully entertaining manner.