Vie de France

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"[A] beautifully written book The observations of local French markets, food shops, and chefs are a real treat as well!" —Alphonse Vinh, writer and librarian, National Public Radio
When award-winning chef James Haller and his closest friends toasted his sixtieth birthday, he thought that their dream of spending a month together in a beautiful house in Europe would remain just that—a dream. But a year and a half later, Haller and friends arrived at a charming 17th-century chateau in Savonnieres, the small Loire Valley town that would be their home for the next month.
Although Haller swore not to cook during this once-in-a-lifetime vacation, the local abundance of fresh foods, herbs, and wines soon had him preparing all the groups meals—and loving it. They breakfasted on fresh-from-the-oven baguettes and croissants slathered with French butter—while savoring the breathtaking view from their terrace. They feasted in delightful cafes, rummaged for antiques during day trips to Tours,... Tovább

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"[A] beautifully written book The observations of local French markets, food shops, and chefs are a real treat as well!" —Alphonse Vinh, writer and librarian, National Public Radio
When award-winning chef James Haller and his closest friends toasted his sixtieth birthday, he thought that their dream of spending a month together in a beautiful house in Europe would remain just that—a dream. But a year and a half later, Haller and friends arrived at a charming 17th-century chateau in Savonnieres, the small Loire Valley town that would be their home for the next month.
Although Haller swore not to cook during this once-in-a-lifetime vacation, the local abundance of fresh foods, herbs, and wines soon had him preparing all the groups meals—and loving it. They breakfasted on fresh-from-the-oven baguettes and croissants slathered with French butter—while savoring the breathtaking view from their terrace. They feasted in delightful cafes, rummaged for antiques during day trips to Tours, and relished the spectacular dishes that Haller created from the simplest ingredients. They visited a supermarket with four aisles devoted to cheese—and wandered through endless fields of glorious sunflowers. And, perhaps best of all, they made many new friends-while sharing priceless moments with old ones
Featuring dozens of delicious recipes, Vie de France is a delightful testament to the joy of good friends and good food—and a heartfelt exhortation to reach for your wildest, most wonderful dreams.
"A charming narrative As the few remaining days in Savonnieres start to tick away, we're left to wish that the clock would stop, or at least that these friends will regroup to vacation again maybe next time in Italy or Spain or again in France."
— The Manchester Union Leader
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