Passionate French cuisine

Author: Guo Xiangjun
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: As the saying goes, you cannot understand the French without eating French cuisine. This shows the immense influence of French cuisine on the lives, thoughts, and culture of the French. The French's dedication to exquisite and delicious dishes is no less than that of the Chinese. In addition to the geographically blessed environment that produces a variety of foods and wines, the former nobles' encouragement of chefs to innovate flavors with substantial financial support also contributed to French cuisine becoming an art. Beyond refined and delicious food, table settings, dining etiquette, and the use of different tableware also hold significant places in French dining culture. The French do not just view food as a means to fill their stomachs; it is also an attitude of enjoying life. Therefore, it is common for a formal French meal to take four or five hours. From appetizers, seafood, meat, cheese to desserts, although the process is elaborate, what matters is not how much food is consumed but rather fully enjoying the upscale atmosphere of the restaurant while savoring the dishes and admiring the pairing of tableware and food. The culture of French cuisine has a long history, and each region in France has its own unique delicacies. In this book, we attempt to provide a systematic and concise introduction to French cuisine, allowing readers to gain a basic understanding and use this book as a guide to select authentic and delicious French dishes, or even to cook a full French meal at home.