Great Cooks and Their Recipes: From Taillevent to Escoffier

by Anne Willan, Michael Boys (Photographer)

Fourteen of the most influential chefs since the 14th century are brought to life in this lavish overview of Western culinary history. Featuring 250 photographs, period paintings, and engravings, and more than 100 recipes in both original and modern versions.

Genres: Cookbooks, Food

224 pages, Paperback

First published December 12, 1988

Reviews

[Charles Seluzicki · Rating 5 out of 5]

A little miracle of concise historical writing from a remarkable chef, teacher and collector of rare cookbooks. Anything by Anne Willan is unreservedly recommended.