French Regional Cooking, Anne Willan
Anne Willan's French Regional Cooking is a comprehensive guide to traditional French cuisine that breaks down recipes by geographical regions of France. The book combines detailed recipe instructions with cultural context, providing historical background and local customs for each region's distinctive dishes. Each recipe is meticulously photographed in step-by-step detail, from ingredient preparation to the finished dish. The cookbook stands out for making classic French dishes accessible while maintaining authenticity, featuring both metric and English measurements for ease of use. Beyond just recipes, it offers insights into regional crops, wines, and culinary traditions, making it a cultural exploration of French gastronomy as much as a cookbook. Copyright 1981, hardcover, first edition, first printing, 320 pages, condition very good
Anne Willan's French Regional Cooking is a comprehensive guide to traditional French cuisine that breaks down recipes by geographical regions of France. The book combines detailed recipe instructions with cultural context, providing historical background and local customs for each region's distinctive dishes. Each recipe is meticulously photographed in step-by-step detail, from ingredient preparation to the finished dish. The cookbook stands out for making classic French dishes accessible while maintaining authenticity, featuring both metric and English measurements for ease of use. Beyond just recipes, it offers insights into regional crops, wines, and culinary traditions, making it a cultural exploration of French gastronomy as much as a cookbook. Copyright 1981, hardcover, first edition, first printing, 320 pages, condition very good
Anne Willan's French Regional Cooking is a comprehensive guide to traditional French cuisine that breaks down recipes by geographical regions of France. The book combines detailed recipe instructions with cultural context, providing historical background and local customs for each region's distinctive dishes. Each recipe is meticulously photographed in step-by-step detail, from ingredient preparation to the finished dish. The cookbook stands out for making classic French dishes accessible while maintaining authenticity, featuring both metric and English measurements for ease of use. Beyond just recipes, it offers insights into regional crops, wines, and culinary traditions, making it a cultural exploration of French gastronomy as much as a cookbook. Copyright 1981, hardcover, first edition, first printing, 320 pages, condition very good