Synopses & Reviews
French culinary phrases, foodie terms, and cultural tips come together in the ultimate food-lovers guide pays des délicesEveryone can tell the difference between Brie and Caembert, but few know their Valençay from Pélardon. Luckily, The Farm to Table French Phrasebook serves up the vital French expressions other guides leave off the plate. From the specialty vocabulary of chefs in gourmet restaurants to slang terms rarely heard outside a country market, heres everything the reader needs for a gourmet tour of France (or the local bistro!). A comprehensive language guide for food lovers, this indispensable companion also offers a fascinating history of French eats, complete with delicious facts about the cuisines of every region from Alsaces pinot gris to Normandys Pot-au-feu. This compact, beautifully illustrated hardcover gift book is perfect for tucking into your knapsack for a day of sampling gourmet local specialties, or it makes a great present for the Francophile in your life.
Synopsis
FRENCH CULINARY PHRASES, FOODIE TERMS, AND CULTURAL TIPS COME TOGETHER IN THE ULTIMATE FOOD-LOVERand#8217;S GUIDE PAYS DES Dand#201;LICESWhether youand#8217;re spending a semester in Paris, vacationing in the Riviera, dining at a local bistro or mastering the French culinary art in your own kitchen, The Farm to Table French Phrasebook opens a bountiful world of food that you wonand#8217;t find in any textbook or classroom:
andbull;Navigate produce markets, charcuteries and patisseries
andbull;Prepare meals the French way with delicious, authentic recipes
andbull;Speak the lingo of Parisand#8217;s top restaurants and bistros
andbull;Pair regional wines with delightful cheeses
andbull;Master the proper table etiquette for dining at a friendand#8217;s house
About the Author
Victoria Mas was born and raised in France, studied at The Sorbonne.