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Discover the life of Auguste Escoffier, the first great star of modern cooking, in this biography from Bloomsbury. Recognized as the greatest chef in the world during his lifetime, Escoffier served high-profile clients including Edward VII and Kaiser Wilhelm II. This book explores his massive influence on the culinary world and his partnership with hotelier Cesar Ritz. Through his work, Escoffier established a tradition of superb cooking within luxury hotels and helped make dining in public a respectable activity for women. He also changed how food is presented and shared his expertise through a series of successful cookery books. Kenneth James traces the career of this legendary figure, providing a detailed look at the man who revolutionized the culinary profession.

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This Bloomsbury biography explores the career of Auguste Escoffier, the first great star of modern cooking.

Learn about Escoffier's professional connection with hotelier Cesar Ritz to establish luxury hotel dining traditions.

Read about the chef who served elite clients such as Edward VII and Kaiser Wilhelm II.

Discover how Escoffier revolutionized food presentation and popularized his recipes through successful cookery books.

Kenneth James provides a detailed account of the man who made public dining respectable for women.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
01 November 2002
Listed Since
16 February 2007

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