French Feasts: 299 Traditional Recipes for Family Meals & Gatherings

From Strand Bookstore

Rustic and approachable, humorous and convivial, this impressive book features 299 recipes for beloved dishes like pates, gratins, savory tarts, and braised meats that are the essence of French weekend fare. From classic stews like navarin and boeuf bourguignon, to foie gras prepared six different ways, to creme brulee and gateau Basque, the recipes come from all over France and even some former colonies. The book includes beautiful, earthy photographs, whimsical illustrations, profiles of local producers, & fact-filled sidebars - a guide to cognac and Armagnac, how to make the perfect croissant, & much more. 500+ photos/illus.