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A review by marianneo
My Paris Kitchen: Recipes and Stories by David Lebovitz
4.0
I'm a big fan of Lebovitz's, and not just because of his recipes. His observations about French and American cultures are spot on and pretty darn funny, and he always has fun anecdotes about Parisian life. Both those things alone would keep my interest in any book, so a book that has these AND is about food keeps me endlessly entertained.
The recipes in this book are a mix of French and newer American styles of cuisine, but they aren't trendy dishes that will go out of style; they're flavorful, don't shy away from various fats, and celebrate fresh, seasonal produce. There are lots of tips on sourcing ingredients and kitchenware, which I found pretty useful. He also gets extra points for being a fellow celery-hater and buckwheat-lover!
The recipes in this book are a mix of French and newer American styles of cuisine, but they aren't trendy dishes that will go out of style; they're flavorful, don't shy away from various fats, and celebrate fresh, seasonal produce. There are lots of tips on sourcing ingredients and kitchenware, which I found pretty useful. He also gets extra points for being a fellow celery-hater and buckwheat-lover!