From the critically acclaimed author of Paris, Paris and A Passion for Paris, comes a delectable culinary history of the gastronomic capital of the world.
David Downie, a native San Franciscan, lived in New York, Providence, Rome and Milan before moving to Paris in the mid-80s. He divides his time between France and Italy. His travel, food and arts features have appeared in print publications worldwide including Bon Appétit, Gourmet, Saveur, Epicurious.com, and Gault&Millau, the premier French food guide. He is the author of the several books, including the highly acclaimed Paris, Paris and A Passion for Paris.
Skillfully combines culinary history with reports from some of the
city's most tasteful arrondissements, [Downie] adopts the conceit
of a historian's walking tour, conflating the past with the present
in gorgeous style --The New York Times Book Review "A joyous romp
through time . . . The streets and tables of Paris will never bethe
same and I could not be more grateful." --Alice Waters
"Truly epic, encompassing history, flavor, and passion. Bravo for a
comprehensive look at eating and dining in Paris!" --David
Lebovitz, author of My Paris Kitchen and The Sweet Life in Paris "A
delightful treat for your favorite Francophile foodie . . . an
enchanting fluffy read with lots of hints and tips for lovers of
Paris and French food." --Epicurious.com "Downie tells many tales
of fascinating episodes in French history. . . . A gastronomic
jaunt through the city that tells how Paris distinguished itself as
a world capital of eating." --Eleanor Beardsley, NPR's Paris
Correspondent "Given the French influence over the way we eat and
cook (or aspire to do so), the historical details in Downie's book
are fascinating (who knew that Charlemagne loved arugula?), even
though it's unlikely that you'll be motivated to prepare the recipe
of the famous 14th century chefTaillevent for roast peacock or
swan." --AimeeLee Ball, Martha Stewart.com Downie blends exhaustive
research and personal experience in this delightful history of one
of the culinary capitals of the world...Readers don't have to be
foodies to get the flavor of the French character in this
delightful, thoroughly researched culinary history. --Publishers
Weekly
"A great companion for any French adventurer as well as historians
and food buffs" --Library Journal A zesty, entertaining romp
through the landscape of French food. --Kirkus "In recent years
David Downie has become the go-to-guy for all matters Parisienne.
In A Taste of Paris he combines his love of history, his affection
for his adopted city, and his passion for Frenchgastronomy. Anyone
who loves Paris (who doesn't?) and adores French cooking (who can
resist it?) will cherish this authoritative book." --Paula Wolfert
A must for anyone going to Paris and anyone with an interest in
food and history. --Linda Pelaccio, Heritage Radio Network's A
Taste of the Past
"With humor and wit, Downie delves into the city's culinary
history, sharing fascinating anecdotes... A Taste of Paris is
written in a fun, lively style, bringing to life thousands of years
of history, while also elaborating on contemporary culinary
trends... an indispensable guide to the past, present, and future
in a city that's often deemed a global food capital." --Bonjour
Paris
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