{"product_id":"2026100011177-secondhand-french","title":"French","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition remarks:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBook: Good\u003cbr\u003eJacket: No dust jacket - cloth\/board in good condition\u003cbr\u003ePages: Good\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew culinary traditions command the reverence, romance, and rigour of French cooking, and French by Damien Pignolet stands as a masterful love letter to that storied gastronomic heritage. Written by one of Australia's most celebrated French-trained chefs, this authoritative cookbook presents the foundational techniques, classic recipes, and philosophical approach that define true French cuisine — from the humblest bistro staple to the grandeur of haute cuisine. Accompanied by the evocative photography of Earl Carter, the book is as visually arresting as it is instructionally precise, guiding both the home cook and the seasoned professional through a culinary world built on discipline, respect for ingredients, and an unwavering pursuit of flavour.\n\nPignolet's voice throughout is that of a passionate teacher — measured, knowledgeable, and deeply reverent of the French canon — making French far more than a collection of recipes; it is a meditation on craft and culture. The work chronicles the enduring legacy of French gastronomy with the authority of someone who has spent a lifetime in its thrall, arguing compellingly that these timeless techniques are not relics of the past but living, breathing tools for any serious cook. For those who believe that the kitchen is a place of both discipline and pleasure, this volume will leave you hungry for far more than the next meal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secondhand Stock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50572303991003,"sku":"2026100011177-SECONDHAND","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/7646\/9701\/files\/fe984696-8802-40e4-b910-eae041425b6b.png?v=1791166250","url":"https:\/\/bookgrocer.com\/products\/2026100011177-secondhand-french","provider":"Book Grocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}