Michel Roux: A Life In The Kitchen by Michel Roux Jr. (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Michel Roux: A Life In The Kitchen by Michel Roux Jr. The life - and life behind the scenes - of one of Britains best-known chefs. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Roux family is the most influential family associated with food in Britain. Through their various restaurants (Le Gavroche, Waterside Inn, Brasserie Roux) and catering services they have trained many of Britains top chefs.Albert and Michel Sr brought French high cuisine to Britain in the sixties, much of the produce being brought twice weekly from France by Michels mother in the family car. Michel grew up in an environment of respect for fine food and ingredients, of never settling for second best and of traditional French family excursions to find wild food. He tells the story of what it was like to grow up as part of this close-knit family. Notes The Roux family is one of the most respected food-related families in Britain, with their restaurants and catering services training many top chefs. Albert and Michel Senior brought French cuisine to Britain in the 60s, and Michel grew up surrounded by the best produce and equipment. He now has 2 Michelin stars and runs his own restaurant. Author Biography Michel Roux Jr is one of Londons most respected chefs. Le Gavroche, which he has run since 1994, has 2 Michelin stars and receives recommendations for excellence in every food guide. Since August 2008 Michel has been a regular on Master Chef. He is a keen fisherman and marathon runner. Review Rouxs magnanimity - along with his passion for food and serious work ethic - shine through... the recipes in it are accessible, uncomplicated and wonderfully tempting * METRO *Michel Roux Jr is one of Britains finest chefs... its fascinating stuff for anyone interested in classic French cookery... Fabulous. * FRESH *elegant French recipes, such as duck confit, lobster with garlic butter and pink praline tart, that should appeal to any cook. * SQUARE MEAL *Michel Roux Jnrs autobiography-cum-cookbook is half food memoir, half French recipe collection and wholly engrossing. Rouxs anecdotes provide a fascinating window on a life spent pioneering French haute cuisine as a member of the UKs defining culinarly dynasty. * CATERER & HOTELKEEPER * Promotional The Roux family (including Michel Sr and Albert, and their sons Michel Jr and Alain) is Britains first family of food and fine French cooking. The Roux family has trained many of Britains top chefs - including Pierre Koffman, Gordon Ramsay, Rowley Leigh and Marcus Wareing. Michel Jr reveals what it was like to grow up as part of this magic tradition. He shares his knowledge on everyday ingredients and how to get the best from your food. With 120 recipes - classic French with a lighter, modern twist - all for the home cook. Michel is now a regular on Master Chef. He reveals life behind the scenes at a 2 Michelin star restaurant. Long Description The Roux family is the most influential family associated with food in Britain. Through their various restaurants (Le Gavroche, Waterside Inn, Brasserie Roux) and catering services they have trained many of Britains top chefs.Albert and Michel Sr brought French high cuisine to Britain in the sixties, much of the produce being brought twice weekly from France by Michels mother in the family car. Michel grew up in an environment of respect for fine food and ingredients, of never settling for second best and of traditional French family excursions to find wild food. He tells the story of what it was like to grow up as part of this close-knit family. Review Quote Rouxs magnanimity - along with his passion for food and serious work ethic - shine through... the recipes in it are accessible, uncomplicated and wonderfully tempting-- METRO Promotional "Headline" The life - and life behind the scenes - of one of Britains best-known chefs. Description for Sales People Includes 120 recipes for the home cook. Description for Press or Other Media The life - and life behind the scenes - of one of Britains best-known chefs.The Roux family is Britains first family of food and fine French cooking. They have trained many of Britains top chefs, including Gordon Ramsay, Rowley Leigh and Marcus Wareing.Here Michel Jr reveals what it was like to grow up as part of this magic tradition and close-knit family.He shares his knowledge on everyday ingredients and with 120 recipes - classic French with a lighter, modern twist - all for the home cook.From August 2008 Michel Jr is a regular on Master Chef.He has run the 2 Michelin star Le Gavroche in London since 1994 and the book includes life behind the scenes in a top 2 star restaurant. Details ISBN0297844822 Short Title LIFE IN THE KITCHEN Language English ISBN-10 0297844822 ISBN-13 9780297844822 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2009 Imprint Weidenfeld & Nicolson Subtitle A Life in the Kitchen Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 641.5 Illustrations 200 UK Release Date 2009-01-29 Author Michel Roux Jr. Pages 320 Publisher Orion Publishing Co Publication Date 2009-01-29 Audience General NZ Release Date 2009-03-31 AU Release Date 2009-03-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:15383740;

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