A Spoon With Every Course: In Search of the Legendary Food of France

Rating:
Summary: People will eat anything!
Review: I read a re-released version of this book, titled "The Elusive Truffle" which was probably a fairly accurate description because truffles are hardly mentioned at all!

Mirabel Osler is fearful that traditional French food is disappearing, so she sets out to explore France in search of restaurants continuing the old traditions. And despite all the concerns expressed in her introduction, she seems to find quite a few places to her taste throughout France.

I enjoyed the descriptions of the meals (though I don't know if I really wanted to eat much of what was served) and especially the discussions the author had with the chefs who fed her. They all showed enthusiasm for their styles of cooking, and a belief that their traditions were alive and well. My only complaint were the brief descriptions of the travels made to reach the restaurants, and of the towns or areas where they were situated. I would have liked some more background.

But in summary, an enjoyable book, that shows that good food can be found in France and will continue to be found for some time to come. I just wish there had been a few truffle dishes!

Rating:
Summary: People will eat anything!
Review: I read a re-released version of this book, titled "The Elusive Truffle" which was probably a fairly accurate description because truffles are hardly mentioned at all!

Mirabel Osler is fearful that traditional French food is disappearing, so she sets out to explore France in search of restaurants continuing the old traditions. And despite all the concerns expressed in her introduction, she seems to find quite a few places to her taste throughout France.

I enjoyed the descriptions of the meals (though I don't know if I really wanted to eat much of what was served) and especially the discussions the author had with the chefs who fed her. They all showed enthusiasm for their styles of cooking, and a belief that their traditions were alive and well. My only complaint were the brief descriptions of the travels made to reach the restaurants, and of the towns or areas where they were situated. I would have liked some more background.

But in summary, an enjoyable book, that shows that good food can be found in France and will continue to be found for some time to come. I just wish there had been a few truffle dishes!