My Paris Kitchen: Recipes and Stories — Illustrated Cookbook
My Paris Kitchen is David Lebovitz’s illustrated cookbook of 100 sweet and savoury French-inspired recipes, paired with stories about Paris and its food culture. It ranges from familiar dishes such as coq au vin to globally influenced recipes, with photography and personal narrative alongside the cooking.
At a glance
- Includes 100 sweet and savoury French-inspired recipes, spanning traditional dishes and newer influences.
- Combines recipes with stories about Paris and its changing food culture.
- The listing describes lush photography taken around Paris and in the author's kitchen.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Broad mix of classic French dishes and less traditional, internationally influenced recipes.
- Stories and photography make it appealing as a food-and-Paris read as well as a recipe collection.
- Customer feedback describes the recipes as working as expected and praises the storytelling and photography.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Title | My Paris Kitchen: Recipes and Stories [A Cookbook] |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Ten Speed Press |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Publication date | 22 May 2014 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| Weight listed | 1.35 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 21.1 x 3.3 x 26.1 cm |
| ISBN-10 | 9781607742678 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1607742678 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a French-inspired recipe collection that also explores contemporary Paris food culture.
- Cooks who enjoy narrative and food photography alongside recipes.
- Fans of both savoury dishes and desserts in one cookbook.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking only a traditional French classics reference or a recipe-only format without stories.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights recipes that readers say work as expected, along with enjoyable stories about Paris shopping and everyday cooking, appealing photography and an entertaining reading experience. That combination suits buyers who want context as well as recipes. The supplied feedback is positive, but does not establish how every recipe performs for every cook.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the recipes as working as expected.
- Feedback praises the stories, photography and enjoyable reading experience.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes are included?
The listing describes 100 sweet and savoury French-inspired recipes.
What kinds of recipes does it cover?
Examples include French classics such as onion soup, cassoulet and coq au vin, alongside dishes influenced by international ingredients and techniques, plus desserts.
Does the book include material beyond recipes?
Yes. The listing describes stories about Paris and its culinary culture, along with photography taken around Paris and in the author's kitchen.
What language is this edition in?
The listed language is English.
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