Encyclopédie Hachette des accords mets et boissons (French edition) by Olivier Bompas

The Hachette Encyclopedia of Food and Drink Pairings by Olivier Bompas offers a comprehensive view of the art of food and drink pairings. It presents surprising combinations that go well beyond the classic pairings of food and wine to include modern alternatives with various alcohols such as beer, whiskey, rum, sake, as well as non-alcoholic beverages like tea, coffee, and even sodas. With no fewer than 5,000 combinations, this book is an endless source of inspiration for any gastronomy enthusiast or professional.

The main principles of food and wine pairings

This reference guide first presents the foundations of food and wine pairings, explaining the link between the flavor of dishes and the characteristics of beverages. Practical advice on tasting, preparation, and serving wines will help readers better understand how each grape variety and type of wine can complement a specific dish.

French wines

The section dedicated to French wines takes you through the wine regions of France with a detailed map for each region. It explains the appellations, grape varieties, and associated types of wines, with advice on their aging time and the dishes they best enhance.

Foreign wines

The book also focuses on foreign wines, offering a description of the best wines from Europe (Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Austria, Greece, Hungary, Switzerland) as well as from New World countries like the United States, Canada, Argentina, Chile, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Each of these wines is accompanied by gourmet pairing suggestions.

Pairings with other beverages

Besides wines, Olivier Bompas explores unique pairings with other alcohols such as cognac, armagnac, calvados, liqueurs, and cocktails, not forgetting pairings with non-alcoholic beverages to offer alcohol-free tasting alternatives.

For each type of dish, a pairing

Finally, the book presents specific pairings for different types of dishes, from appetizers to desserts, including starters, meat dishes (beef, veal, pork, lamb), vegetables, cheeses, and much more. Each dish is paired with suggestions for wines and alternative beverages to cater to all tastes and occasions.

Exclusive recipes and insights

This practical guide includes 70 recipes of great classics, accompanied by insights into the profession of sommelier, world cuisines (Asia, Africa, America), seasonal products, and great sparkling wines. These sections allow to broaden one's knowledge and perfect expertise in food and drink pairings.

Product Features

• Format: Hardcover
• EAN13: 9782019467166
• ISBN: 978-2-01-946716-6
• Publisher: Hachette Pratique
• Publication Date: 10/25/2023
• Collection: WINES & DRINKS (1)
• Number of pages: 460
• Dimensions: 31 x 23.4 x 4.2 cm
• Weight: 2652 g
• Language: French

This book is an excellent companion for discovering or deepening the art of food and drink pairings, a true gastronomic treasure to accompany each meal in a balanced and harmonious way.