Alice Waters
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"It has been four and a half decades since Alice Waters opened the doors of Chez Panisse, the 'little French restaurant' in Berkeley, California, that has been at the leading edge of the American culinary revolution ever since. Fueled in equal parts by naïveté and a relentless pursuit of beauty and pure flavor, Alice transformed our relationship with food, fine dining, and what it means to eat well. In [this book], Alice reflects on the desultory...
2) Tartine
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Pastry chef Prueitt and master baker Robertson of San Francisco's acclaimed Tartine Bakery share not only their recipes, but also the secrets and expertise that transform a delicious homemade treat into a great one. Along with the sweets, cakes, and confections come savory treats--there's a little something here for breakfast, lunch, tea, supper, hors d'oeuvre--and, of course, a whole lot for dessert! Practical advice comes in the form of handy Kitchen...