French Food: On the Table, on the Page, and in French Culture
✍️ Schehr, Lawrence R📝 Description: French Food: On the Table, on the Page, and in French Culture
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Lawrence R. Schehr's exploration of French food across culture, text, and the table is an academic and analytical text rather than a practical kitchen guide or a collection of accessible recipes. It does not suit home cooks looking for weeknight dinner inspiration, baking instructions, or step-by-step techniques. Instead, it rewards readers interested in cultural theory and gastronomy. If you are seeking a traditional cookbook with gorgeous food photography and straightforward measurements, this academic study will likely disappoint. For the right scholarly audience, however, it provides a fascinating look at French culture.