'A perfect balance of history food anecdotes and recommendations ... Carolyn's enthusiasm for
French gastronomy is legendary' Michel Roux Jr'Wondrous witty delicious and fun. Every page
made me hungry' Raymond BlancWhat makes a real salade niçoise?What type of cheese is officially
France's stinkiest?Why does the sandy carrot have such a superior flavour?And who exactly are
the Brotherhood of the Knights of the Giant Omelette?Leading expert on French food and culture
Carolyn Boyd shares the stories behind the country's most fascinating foods and ingredients.
Spanning every region of France and divided into 200 separate vignettes each entry blends
history and travel personal anecdote and recipes. Amuse Bouche is a book to be devoured: a
beautifully illustrated joyous celebration of French food and a charming practical guide to
inspire your own travels - whether you're a proud Francophile or don't know your ficelle from
your flûte.
