Rediscover Le Guide Culinaire by Auguste Escoffier, the ultimate reference of French haute cuisine, in its complete English translation by H.L. Cracknell and R.J. Kaufmann. This mythical work gathers over 5,000 classic recipes, the foundation of modern gastronomy, accompanied by a preface by Heston Blumenthal. An essential for any chef, culinary arts student, or cooking enthusiast.
Auguste's Culinary Guide Escoffier is much more than a cookbook: it is the bible of French gastronomy. First published in 1903, this monumental work revolutionized the way of cooking, presenting, and organizing professional kitchens.
This Complete English edition, translated by H.L. Cracknell and R.J. Kaufmann, Faithfully reproduce the original text while making it accessible to an international audience.
With more than 5,000 recipes, , Escoffier propose a comprehensive exploration of the classic cuisine, since the Basic stocks and sauces to the most refined dishes of the haute cuisine. chefs. His recipes, with remarkable precision, have shaped the work of generations of Chefs and restaurateurs around the world.
Each preparation illustrates the philosophy ofEscoffier " : " Modernity, simplicity, and purity of flavors.
This Reference book is both a work tool for restaurant professionals and a source of inspiration for enlightened enthusiasts. It offers a fascinating dive into the evolution of the French cuisine, from the Victorian era to the present day.
The foreword signed by Heston Blumenthal, multi-starred British chef, highlights the timeless influence ofEscoffier on the contemporary cuisine.
Reissued by Butterworth-Heinemann, this superb bound volume (hardback) establishes itself as a essential educational tool in all hotel schools and culinary institutes. His/Her/Its generous format and its elegant presentation also make it a ideal gift for all lovers of gastronomy.
Thanks to its price drop, this masterful work regains the place it deserves on the shelves of all those who take cooking seriously.
Title : Escoffier – Le guide complet de l'art de la cuisine moderne
Author : August Escoffier
Translators : H.L. Cracknell, R.J. Kaufmann
Editor : Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd
Language : English
Format : Hardback
Number of pages : 638
Weight : 2102 g
Dimensions : 252 x 197 x 35 mm
EAN13 : 9780080967721
ISBN : 978-0-08-096772-1
Publication date April 15, 2011
Category : Hospitality & restaurant professions
Edition : 2nd edition
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