Notes & Nostalgies

Jules François

This beautiful book captures the essence of living well, the French way. Containing over 80 recipes, some dating back to the fourteenth century, as well as traditional tips ranging from how to clean copper to making the perfect eau de cologne, En Cuisine takes you into the heart of every French home—the kitchen—and makes you feel welcome.

Anecdotes from the author’s time in France are interspersed throughout the book, together with memorable quotes from famous gourmands and fascinating insights into various aspects of French culinary culture. For example, did you know that only women are allowed to harvest the premier fleur de sel (‘white salt’), as men are not considered to be fastidious enough? Recipes, anecdotes and quotes are all complemented by the author’s stunning original artworks.

Truly a book that appeals to all the senses, En Cuisine belongs on the bookshelf of every Francophile or lover of good food.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jules François was for two decades the proprietor of the much loved and award-winning La Gerbe d’Or boulangerie/patisserie in Sydney, Australia. Here she was able to expand on her love of French cuisine, adding to her collection of traditional recipes. Today, Jules is a passionate painter and the owner and curator of Sydney’s Red Door Gallery. This is her first book.

SPECIFICATIONS
Size: 260 x 258 mm
Format: cased with jacket
Extent: 128 pages
Includes over 30 original artworks
Weight: 1.2 kilos
Publication Date: April 2006
ISBN: 978-0-908988-81-5