Au Revoir to All That: Food, Wine, and the End of France (Hardcover) by Michael Steinberger

from Marensr

Au Revoir to All That is a wide-ranging book on the rise and fall of French cuisine. I found the title, which I can only assume is a reference to the Robert Graves World War I autobiography a little stretched. I wouldn't liken the decline in French cuisine to the loss of innocence in a war but ge...

from majorbabs

Whether you're a gourmand, a gourmet or just a lover of fine food -- or France -- this informative guide to the highs and lows of French food is a must for your kitchen bookshelf. It's easy to read -- if somewhat opinionated -- and covers such topics as the Michelin Guide, the history of French c...

from TerryWeyna

Michael Steinberger thinks French cuisine has gone seriously downhill in France, and that some of the most famous restaurants among gourmets and gourmands are no longer worth the mid-three figure bill that arrives at the end of a meal for two. His evidence seems compelling: chefs have become cele...

from KaskaskiaVic

As a Francophile I follow various aspects of French culture, including the history, language, literature, and current events. The author has eruditely exposed another fascinating slice of the French culture.. the cuisine and culinary heritage. Kudos!

from anshaw

An engaging and informative book. I enjoyed the overall premise as well as the individual focus of each chapter on various aspects of French food and wine. While not strictly related to one another, the chapters came together to form a cohesive whole. They reminded me articles one might read in T...