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A. J. Liebling
ISBN 9780241637975
Rs. 958
Penguin Classics
Between Meals
Who it's for: readers interested in food writing and French culinary culture
"Between Meals" by A. J. Liebling chronicles his year in 1920s Paris, detailing his immersive journey into French gastronomy. Under the mentorship of Yves Mirande, a noted gastronome, Liebling develops his expertise in the nuances of dining, from appreciating fine cuisine to navigating culinary pitfalls. This book offers a personal and often humorous account of living and eating in a bygone Paris.Why You Should Read? Experience 1920s Parisian culinary culture through the eyes of a dedicated eater. Appreciate A. J. Liebling's candid and detailed observations on food, wine, and dining. Understand the pursuit of gastronomic pleasure and the intricacies of French cuisine. Read a classic of food writing, featuring a new introduction by James Salter.
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- Chronicles a year in 1920s Paris focused on French gastronomy
- Mentored by noted gastronome Yves Mirande
- Personal and humorous account of dining and culinary pitfalls
- Classic of food writing with new introduction by James Salter
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What is the book about?
It's a memoir of A. J. Liebling's year in 1920s Paris, where he immerses himself in French gastronomy under the mentorship of Yves Mirande.
Who is Yves Mirande?
Yves Mirande is a noted gastronome who mentors Liebling in the nuances of dining, from appreciating fine cuisine to avoiding culinary pitfalls.
Is this a classic in food writing?
Yes, it is considered a classic of food writing, and this edition includes a new introduction by James Salter.
What is the tone of the book?
The book is personal and often humorous, offering candid observations on food, wine, and dining in a bygone Paris.