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Art of the Chicken: A Master Chef's Paintings, Stories, and Recipes of the Humble Bird
From legendary chef Jacques Pépin, a book celebrating his lifelong love of chickens, featuring dozens of his celebrated paintings and more than fifty recipes, along with a treasure trove of poignant and often humorous stories
Chicken may not be an extravagant ingredient, but for master chef Jacques Pépin, it is the one he turns to most frequently--to cook and to paint. In this beautifully illustrated book, Pépin reminisces on his life through the lens of the humble bird, from his childhood in rural France, where he chased chickens and watched as his maman turned them into her poulet á la créme, to his demanding apprenticeship and long, illustrious career--cooking Chicken Chasseur for Charles de Gaulle and his family; turning down a chance to work as JFK's White House Chef for a job at Howard Johnson's; and appearing on television alongside food-world luminaries like Julia Child. Throughout are Pépin's favorite chicken and egg recipes, conveyed as if he were sharing them over a dinner table. Most significantly, the book displays dozens of Pépin's stunning paintings of chickens. "If it clucks or scratches, it's likely that Pépin has painted it." This unique book is the next best thing to a visit to Pépin's home, which would include a tour of his art studio, captivating conversation as he cooks, and a toast with a glass of wine over a simple meal of perfect roast chicken.
Chicken may not be an extravagant ingredient, but for master chef Jacques Pépin, it is the one he turns to most frequently--to cook and to paint. In this beautifully illustrated book, Pépin reminisces on his life through the lens of the humble bird, from his childhood in rural France, where he chased chickens and watched as his maman turned them into her poulet á la créme, to his demanding apprenticeship and long, illustrious career--cooking Chicken Chasseur for Charles de Gaulle and his family; turning down a chance to work as JFK's White House Chef for a job at Howard Johnson's; and appearing on television alongside food-world luminaries like Julia Child. Throughout are Pépin's favorite chicken and egg recipes, conveyed as if he were sharing them over a dinner table. Most significantly, the book displays dozens of Pépin's stunning paintings of chickens. "If it clucks or scratches, it's likely that Pépin has painted it." This unique book is the next best thing to a visit to Pépin's home, which would include a tour of his art studio, captivating conversation as he cooks, and a toast with a glass of wine over a simple meal of perfect roast chicken.
256 pages, Hardcover
First published September 27, 2022
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Jacques Pépin
83 books227 followersLibrarian note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name. For the epidemiologist, see Jacques Pepin.
Jacques Pépin (born December 18, 1935) is a French-born American chef, author, culinary educator, television personality, and artist. Since the late 1980s, he has appeared on American television and has written for The New York Times, Food & Wine and other publications. He has authored over 30 cookbooks, some of which have become best sellers. Pépin was a longtime friend of the American chef Julia Child, and their 1999 PBS series Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home won a Daytime Emmy Award. He has been honored with 24 James Beard Foundation Awards, five honorary doctoral degrees, the American Public Television’s lifetime achievement award, the Emmy Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2019 and the Légion d'honneur, France's highest order of merit in 2004. --Wikipedia
Jacques Pépin (born December 18, 1935) is a French-born American chef, author, culinary educator, television personality, and artist. Since the late 1980s, he has appeared on American television and has written for The New York Times, Food & Wine and other publications. He has authored over 30 cookbooks, some of which have become best sellers. Pépin was a longtime friend of the American chef Julia Child, and their 1999 PBS series Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home won a Daytime Emmy Award. He has been honored with 24 James Beard Foundation Awards, five honorary doctoral degrees, the American Public Television’s lifetime achievement award, the Emmy Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2019 and the Légion d'honneur, France's highest order of merit in 2004. --Wikipedia
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September 28, 2022
I bought this book for one of my sons-in-law for Christmas but had to read it first. I couldn’t put it down! The illustrations are charmingly quirky and adorable but the text —- well it’s almost as if a friend is recounting his life and favorite cooking experiences with you over an extended visit.
Jacques has certainly lived a full and extraordinary life filled with hard work, meeting great people, doing what he loves with passion and joy and of course sharing it all with his great love, Gloria.
I might borrow this book from Jason or even get my own copy!
Jacques has certainly lived a full and extraordinary life filled with hard work, meeting great people, doing what he loves with passion and joy and of course sharing it all with his great love, Gloria.
I might borrow this book from Jason or even get my own copy!
December 31, 2022
What an utter delight! If you love food, this is a wonderfully interesting way to read recipes framed by Jacques Pepín’s life from a small child to now. It’s not like a normal cookbook with amounts or anything but focuses on the origin of a recipe and the personal relationship/experience with the food (which is the heart of cooking and sharing food). The chicken paintings were so beautiful and fun to see, I want one myself. I only wish we got food pictures too so I could better picture some of the dishes. I totally recommend this for any foodies- it was super fun.
February 25, 2023
Adored this book which is a combination of Jacques Pepin’s chicken art (he’s quite talented) and an autobiography told through chicken recipes. It’s not really meant to be a cookbook as recipes don’t include details but more as an inspiration of what you can do with chickens and eggs. Book is so beautiful I know I’ll return to it just to savor the art.
March 20, 2023
We all know him as a master French chef, sidekick to Julia Child in many cooking television programs, and a TV presenter for his own cooking programs. Among his many accomplishments, which include innumerable cookbooks and magazine articles, he is a prodigious artist. It is unlikely that the chicken has been portrayed, in one book, in such a vibrant, multifaceted and witty style. In this homage to the chicken and its versatility, Jacques Pépin has created a memoir with recipes, accompanied by his own paintings. Growing up in the French countryside, he learned many ways to cook a chicken from his maman, whose special techniques and recipes he shares with us.
In his autobiography, The apprentice: my life in the kitchen, Pépin wrote about his early years growing up in the French countryside; detailing his family’s life during and after World War II; his apprenticeship as a shy young lad learning the formal ways of French cooking within the very rigid hierarchical system of the French apprentice cooking system. The new memoir reveals more of that personal life and growth, but it is a way of paying homage to the chicken and the versatile ways that every part of the bird can be of use to the creative cook/chef. Having grown up in the countryside during tough economic times, it was from his maman that Pépin learned many of these ways to feed and sustain a family and run a country restaurant. Real country cooks, all over the world, out of necessity, have taught themselves not to waste parts of livestock and/or vegetation. For those who are squeamish, and I was one but who was also curious, there is a certain section which describes how to do the chicken in. You will have fair warning, so not to worry. That is what he had to learn, at the knee of his dear maman.
Working in the United States, at what was considered to be "the finest French restaurant in the United States, Le Pavillon, was much different than his experience working at the Plaza Athénée in Paris because the kitchen structure in the United States was less rigid. After working at this notable American restaurant, Pépin states that he made "what most people would have regarded a downright stupid career move." He turned down becoming White House chef for the John F. Kennedy administration. This is a fascinating story based on his having worked "the presidential route in France." Instead he wanted to learn something new and began work at HoJo's, aka Howard Johnson's. "The years I spent at Howard Johnson's changed my life as a cook."
Jacques Pépin states, "The unique characteristic of chicken is that it fits and is part of all levels of cooking in all parts of the world, from very rich to very poor. It is truly universal and essential in all cuisines--French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, African, Indian, Arab and many others ... on the plate of a three-star Michelin restaurant as well as in a diner, hospital cafeteria, small bistro, hotel menu, or food truck."
Reviewed by: Sheryn Morris, Librarian, Literature & Fiction
In his autobiography, The apprentice: my life in the kitchen, Pépin wrote about his early years growing up in the French countryside; detailing his family’s life during and after World War II; his apprenticeship as a shy young lad learning the formal ways of French cooking within the very rigid hierarchical system of the French apprentice cooking system. The new memoir reveals more of that personal life and growth, but it is a way of paying homage to the chicken and the versatile ways that every part of the bird can be of use to the creative cook/chef. Having grown up in the countryside during tough economic times, it was from his maman that Pépin learned many of these ways to feed and sustain a family and run a country restaurant. Real country cooks, all over the world, out of necessity, have taught themselves not to waste parts of livestock and/or vegetation. For those who are squeamish, and I was one but who was also curious, there is a certain section which describes how to do the chicken in. You will have fair warning, so not to worry. That is what he had to learn, at the knee of his dear maman.
Working in the United States, at what was considered to be "the finest French restaurant in the United States, Le Pavillon, was much different than his experience working at the Plaza Athénée in Paris because the kitchen structure in the United States was less rigid. After working at this notable American restaurant, Pépin states that he made "what most people would have regarded a downright stupid career move." He turned down becoming White House chef for the John F. Kennedy administration. This is a fascinating story based on his having worked "the presidential route in France." Instead he wanted to learn something new and began work at HoJo's, aka Howard Johnson's. "The years I spent at Howard Johnson's changed my life as a cook."
Jacques Pépin states, "The unique characteristic of chicken is that it fits and is part of all levels of cooking in all parts of the world, from very rich to very poor. It is truly universal and essential in all cuisines--French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, African, Indian, Arab and many others ... on the plate of a three-star Michelin restaurant as well as in a diner, hospital cafeteria, small bistro, hotel menu, or food truck."
Reviewed by: Sheryn Morris, Librarian, Literature & Fiction
February 22, 2025
What a delightful book. It contains pictures painted by the author, biographical stories, recipes, funny anecdotes, and occasional comments on cooking techniques. It all centers on the chicken, which is so central to all the world’s cuisines, from home cooking to fine dining in the most elegant restaurants. Perusing these pages has been a wonderful pastime, akin to visiting and sharing with an old friend. If you are a fan of Jacques Pépin, this book is a must read. If you’re not familiar with him, you will meet a marvelous character in these pages and probably learn a thing or two.
December 19, 2024
Absolutely delightful book. It had the warmth of a conversation with a genuinely grateful friend and the suspense of a person who has lived a rich and varied life. The illustrations were charming and personal.
I’m looking forward to gifting this book widely.
For anyone looking for another chef’s memoir with similar (albeit more intense) tone, I highly recommend 32 Yolks by Eric Ripert.
I’m looking forward to gifting this book widely.
For anyone looking for another chef’s memoir with similar (albeit more intense) tone, I highly recommend 32 Yolks by Eric Ripert.
January 6, 2023
Part cookbook, part memoir and full of Pepin’s original watercolors of chickens. Some of the watercolors were realistic, some were more a creative interpretation of chicken. Over all I enjoyed the book and can only hope other chefs include their art in the next cookbook.
December 1, 2022
I have always enjoyed watching Jacques Pepin on television. He seems so genuine and fun. I am not a great cook however, so this is my first cookbook of his. It carries his wonderful personality throughout both with his narrative and the seriously frameable artwork of chickens. I had no idea that he was such an accomplished painter, but these paintings alone are worth purchasing the book for. Going back to my not being a skilled cook, this is why the book only got four stars from me instead of five. While it does feel like he is chatting with you about the recipes, he doesn't give (me) enough details to make most of the dishes. That aside, this is a wonderful present for those family and friends that love to read cookbooks. It is truly the perfect Christmas present. Thank you to Goodreads for awarding me this book.
January 2, 2023
When I heard Jacques Pepin interviewed on NPR, I knew I needed to get hold of this book to see his artwork for myself. Part autobiography, part recipe book, and part collection of original paintings of his favorite farm animal, the chicken. Recommended - linger over the story of his journey to Master Chef status and try some of his egg and chicken recipes. Bon appetit!
October 10, 2022
I have and read over 1000 cookbooks Love them all. Each evening I prepare something different
Visited the great kitchens of the world
WATCH JACQUES ON TV. JUST GREAT
BUT, OF ALL MY BOOKS, KINDLE ADDITION OF JACQUES ART OF THE CHICKEN MAY BE THE BEST OF THE BEST.
RICHARD SPRING, BOCA RATON.
Visited the great kitchens of the world
WATCH JACQUES ON TV. JUST GREAT
BUT, OF ALL MY BOOKS, KINDLE ADDITION OF JACQUES ART OF THE CHICKEN MAY BE THE BEST OF THE BEST.
RICHARD SPRING, BOCA RATON.
December 19, 2022
I have wanted a Jacques Pepin chicken painting of my very own for YEARS. This was a very reasonable substitute. I was also very pleased that La Folie's egg amuse bouche got a shout-out, and that Jacques and I roast our chickens the same way (in fact, I just made one last night for dinner and it was delicious as always).
February 20, 2023
When I was in college 30 years ago, I lived on a shoestring budget and so I didnt have cable TV. Best decision I made in my life. I developed an insatiable love of reading. I remember my weekend mornings when I watched PBS, the only channel that came in clear on my TV. I watched Victory Garden, Bob Villa, Julia Child, Yan Can Cook and Jacques Pepin. Food for my brain.
This book is not a cookbook per se. It is a memoir of Jacques' life with lots of mouth watering recipes and anecdotes about his life. It is also a tale of how the humble chicken inspired his cooking and his art. I absolutely loved listening to this audiobook (not read by the author). It is a delightful story that elevates chicken to its rightful supreme place in our table.
I went to the store and bought chicken thighs which I will transform tonight into Jacques' one pot meal of Creamy Chicken Tarragon. The herb is not one that I usually cook with so I am excited to try this beautiful dish that is inexpensive, fairly simple and a classic of french cuisine.
As I listened to this book, I remember how my 19 year old self who watched PBS on a tiny TV wished to one day have a kitchen where I could cook some delicious french dishes while enjoying a glass of wine. My dream has come true. It is a rich life when you have people you love and that love you and you can enjoy a great meal together.
This book is not a cookbook per se. It is a memoir of Jacques' life with lots of mouth watering recipes and anecdotes about his life. It is also a tale of how the humble chicken inspired his cooking and his art. I absolutely loved listening to this audiobook (not read by the author). It is a delightful story that elevates chicken to its rightful supreme place in our table.
I went to the store and bought chicken thighs which I will transform tonight into Jacques' one pot meal of Creamy Chicken Tarragon. The herb is not one that I usually cook with so I am excited to try this beautiful dish that is inexpensive, fairly simple and a classic of french cuisine.
As I listened to this book, I remember how my 19 year old self who watched PBS on a tiny TV wished to one day have a kitchen where I could cook some delicious french dishes while enjoying a glass of wine. My dream has come true. It is a rich life when you have people you love and that love you and you can enjoy a great meal together.
February 29, 2024
Given that I have an odd obsession with Jacques Pepin’s past cooking shows and his current YouTube shorts, I had to get this. Although I do not have any of his “chicken art”, a few of his limited edition prints do grace the walls of my dining room. This little book is great and it suits the coffee table or kitchen counter nicely. The paintings presented might inspire me to break out the watercolors with the kids, but the vignettes and recipe notes are where this shines. Funny, interesting, and insightful. I found myself reading some of the hilarious and/or outlandish stories out loud to my wife while eating breakfast or sitting on the couch. It’s an easy, fun, and surprisingly educational read that the casual cook or artist will find well worth a look.
January 7, 2023
Loved the book, has recipes but is mostly a history of his work as a young chef, tv personality, boyhood in France,etc It is not a classic recipe book. Love the chicken artwork in the book…he is an accomplished artist too!
I have a signed/ numbered chicken print in a frame given to me as a gift by my husband. And recently was gifted a gorgeous chicken water pitcher from a collection from Sur La Table years ago…we it call Jacques!
I started getting to know Jacques Pepin through his simple videos for fast non fancy recipes..I’ve learned a lot of cooking techniques and many super easy recipes by watching these videos.
This book is just delightful and very relaxing to read and to peruse his adorable chicken artwork …
Enjoy!
I have a signed/ numbered chicken print in a frame given to me as a gift by my husband. And recently was gifted a gorgeous chicken water pitcher from a collection from Sur La Table years ago…we it call Jacques!
I started getting to know Jacques Pepin through his simple videos for fast non fancy recipes..I’ve learned a lot of cooking techniques and many super easy recipes by watching these videos.
This book is just delightful and very relaxing to read and to peruse his adorable chicken artwork …
Enjoy!
January 29, 2024
My local library is having a book reading challenge and one of the categories was a book related to cooking. I saw this sitting on the shelf and thought I'd give it a go. The author is also an artist and there are a lot of paintings in the book. He describes how he ended up where he did. The recipes are more descriptive than actual recipes but certainly give you enough of an idea on whether or not you might want to try them.
January 1, 2024
The man knows how to paint a chicken. Turns out, he also knows how to cook one!
I enjoyed his whimsical style. I like the idea of painting a menu. I can’t imagine having time for such things. But that’s why we read…to experience different lifestyles.
I enjoyed his whimsical style. I like the idea of painting a menu. I can’t imagine having time for such things. But that’s why we read…to experience different lifestyles.
November 9, 2024
Part memoir, part art, all chicken - this odd little book intrigued me from the first moment I picked it up in a store. It’s a humble and wonderful unveiling of a master’s lifetime passion.
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October 23, 2025He paints as well as he cooks! Loved this memoir of his life cooking and painting.
August 15, 2023
I contemplated just reading the artwork in this one, but I’m glad I didn’t. Jacques Pépin captures the spirit of comfort food as he recounts his life and how it has always come back to this “humble bird.”
December 5, 2025
Walking as I do, I'm always on the trail for appropriate audiobooks to accompany me. Not too deep, not too boring, something that will motivate me to get off the couch and move. This was about perfect.
For one, I could hardly believe that the narrator, Henri Lubatti, wasn't Jacques himself. The perfect French accent and joie de vivre. A+
Much of this book is repetition from Pépin's memoir, The Apprentice [<- I've listened to it three times], but I didn't mind. And who among us can't use another great chicken recipe? Did you know that JP is an accomplished painter? Look at that cover! Go to jacquespepinart.com.
On a personal note, last month my brother and sister-in-law attended a 90th birthday celebration for Jacques Pépin (including his daughter Claudine) in San Francisco. The Jacques Pépin Foundation is hosting a 90/90 Celebration: 90 events to expand culinary education in his 90th year. Wow!
For one, I could hardly believe that the narrator, Henri Lubatti, wasn't Jacques himself. The perfect French accent and joie de vivre. A+
Much of this book is repetition from Pépin's memoir, The Apprentice [<- I've listened to it three times], but I didn't mind. And who among us can't use another great chicken recipe? Did you know that JP is an accomplished painter? Look at that cover! Go to jacquespepinart.com.
On a personal note, last month my brother and sister-in-law attended a 90th birthday celebration for Jacques Pépin (including his daughter Claudine) in San Francisco. The Jacques Pépin Foundation is hosting a 90/90 Celebration: 90 events to expand culinary education in his 90th year. Wow!
March 13, 2023
This book was a delight! Every single chicken painting brought a smile to my face. I enjoyed the way Pepin shared his recipes. I felt we were sitting at a rustic table, enjoying a glass of red wine while sharing stories and recipes. This is a book I will return to many times.
August 15, 2023
Memoir is not a genre I naturally gravitate towards, but as a self-proclaimed foodie I had to pick this particular title up. Jacques Pépin is famous in the culinary world and is one of the world's most renowned chefs. He and Julia Child were great friends and Jacques' approach to cooking has been an inspiration to many young chefs.
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Not only is Jacques an artist with food, but he also paints. This book is full of his whimsical depictions of the humble chicken. In fact, the chicken is one of the main characters in the writing as well.
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Jacques shares his early beginnings as a child growing up in France. His story is laced with loving memories of his mother cooking, humorous experiences in cooking school, and his eventual journey to the Unite States. Throughout the book, Jacques shows us that cooking is not complicated. It's about respecting the ingredients and cooking from the heart.
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I love that Jacques shares simple recipes alongside his memories. These recipes don't necessarily include specific amounts of ingredients, but rather depict the simplicity of cooking.
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I think this book is delightful and it's a title that I want to have in my personal collection at some point.
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Not only is Jacques an artist with food, but he also paints. This book is full of his whimsical depictions of the humble chicken. In fact, the chicken is one of the main characters in the writing as well.
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Jacques shares his early beginnings as a child growing up in France. His story is laced with loving memories of his mother cooking, humorous experiences in cooking school, and his eventual journey to the Unite States. Throughout the book, Jacques shows us that cooking is not complicated. It's about respecting the ingredients and cooking from the heart.
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I love that Jacques shares simple recipes alongside his memories. These recipes don't necessarily include specific amounts of ingredients, but rather depict the simplicity of cooking.
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I think this book is delightful and it's a title that I want to have in my personal collection at some point.
August 16, 2023
I have long been a fan of Chef Pepin, have several of his cookbooks and have spent many hours watching his many TV series. So, when I came across this book in the new acquisitions section of our neighborhood library, I picked it up without opening it. While I was aware that the author is also an artist, the word “art” in the title did nothing to alter my expectations that this was a book of chicken recipes, complete with ingredients lists and detailed sequential steps required to complete each dish. I could not have been more mistaken or more impressed. This is NOT a cookbook in any traditional sense. Instead, it is an autobiographical account of the author’s life from his first apprenticeship as a twelve-year-old boy, to becoming an accomplished chef who cooked for Charles de Gaulle, to his surprising move from fine French cuisine to the commissary of Howard Johnson’s restaurants, to his many restaurants, projects and books. The binding thread through all this is the chicken. There are recipes of a sort and I enjoyed many of them and even learned a few tricks along the way. However, there are no ingredient list or detailed steps (as explained early in the book). Rather they are a collection of stories about cooking various chicken dishes. If you feel comfortable cooking a variety of recipes and can make reasonable estimates of how much of a particular ingredient might work best, how to combine the ingredients and at what temperature the dish might cook, this book will be useful. This is not the book for the new cook looking for specifics but will be enjoyable to the more advanced amateur. In sum, I loved this book and if you are a fan of Jacques Pepin, you will too.
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November 7, 2023
Probably my favorite book I've read this year. It's so charming and engaging. I love his paintings and how tender and sweet he is towards the people he loves. His wife passed away in 2020, so each time he refers to his wife in the past tense, it stings a little. He clearly loves her and misses her dearly. My favorite moments in the book are often the ones where he talks about the various dishes his wife loved.
The book is more of a friendly conversation with an wise old man than a cookbook. It's definitely more of a memoir than anything, but there are so many nuggets (ha!) in here for life and cooking that it seems to stretch a bit beyond the conventions of "memoir."
The relationship that Jacques has with the the chicken is, in many ways, less about chicken and more about people. Ultimately, this book is not quite a meditation on the chicken but more an extended expression of gratitude towards this wonderful weird bird for all of the connections and opportunities it has fostered for Pépin throughout his life. If it's his last book, it'll be a perfect capstone to a long, lovely career.
The book is more of a friendly conversation with an wise old man than a cookbook. It's definitely more of a memoir than anything, but there are so many nuggets (ha!) in here for life and cooking that it seems to stretch a bit beyond the conventions of "memoir."
The relationship that Jacques has with the the chicken is, in many ways, less about chicken and more about people. Ultimately, this book is not quite a meditation on the chicken but more an extended expression of gratitude towards this wonderful weird bird for all of the connections and opportunities it has fostered for Pépin throughout his life. If it's his last book, it'll be a perfect capstone to a long, lovely career.
November 21, 2022
Who would have thought a chicken could be so beautiful?! This book is more art than it is recipes. Jacques Pépin is a chef and an artist and I want to buy a one of his beautiful chicken paintings for my kitchen.
He's also a lovely storyteller. It was interesting to read about his culinary adventures and his childhood in France and how that influenced his cooking.
"I believe that eggs are the perfect food ... It is the modest, unpretentious, and universally democratic ingredient of any cuisine, from a French omelet to a Spanish tortilla to a Chinese egg foo yong to an Italian frittata. Eggs are extraordinarily beautiful, with the perfect shape, and they come in a foolproof container."
His "recipes" are inspiring, yet admittedly vague because he cooks from his heart. I simply wanted more specifics!
He's also a lovely storyteller. It was interesting to read about his culinary adventures and his childhood in France and how that influenced his cooking.
"I believe that eggs are the perfect food ... It is the modest, unpretentious, and universally democratic ingredient of any cuisine, from a French omelet to a Spanish tortilla to a Chinese egg foo yong to an Italian frittata. Eggs are extraordinarily beautiful, with the perfect shape, and they come in a foolproof container."
His "recipes" are inspiring, yet admittedly vague because he cooks from his heart. I simply wanted more specifics!
January 11, 2023
This book is part memoir, part narrative recipe book, and part art collection. It was a thoroughly enjoyable read.
Jacques Pepin gives his background as it connects to his learning the artistry of preparing the humble chicken and egg to its most delicious effect. I enjoyed his early days stories as well as the stories of his wife (who he lost while writing this book). All the stories come full circle to his relationship to the chicken, which he's said more than once would be his wish for his last meal.
It gives you a new appreciation for the chicken and the egg and makes you want to see pastoral scenes of peaceful birdies living their best life laying eggs of highest quality.
I also learned that triple-threat actor/performer Danny Kaye made an amazing chicken salad. Who knew?
Jacques Pepin gives his background as it connects to his learning the artistry of preparing the humble chicken and egg to its most delicious effect. I enjoyed his early days stories as well as the stories of his wife (who he lost while writing this book). All the stories come full circle to his relationship to the chicken, which he's said more than once would be his wish for his last meal.
It gives you a new appreciation for the chicken and the egg and makes you want to see pastoral scenes of peaceful birdies living their best life laying eggs of highest quality.
I also learned that triple-threat actor/performer Danny Kaye made an amazing chicken salad. Who knew?
March 5, 2023
"Art of the Chicken" is a delightful book from renowned chef and teacher Jacques Pépin that showcases his little-known talent as a painter alongside his culinary advice. The narrative uses his life history to propel us through his career as a chef, each restaurant or position highlighted with one or more chicken recipes, though "recipe" is a loose description, since he purposely leaves out measurements and temperatures for the most part. If you've read his autobiography "The Apprentice", there will be little new here, except for the many dozens of paintings of chickens in all sorts of moods and poses. As a result, probably over half the pages are given to art, making it a very quick and lively read.
March 26, 2023
What a marvelous and unexpected book! I have a lot of respect for Chef Pepin, who’s been cooking for longer than most people have been alive, and is still rocking it on PBS. I did not have any idea that he’s such a terrific artist.
The art throughout this book is just so original and delightful, simultaneously an ode to chickens and to cooking. Of course it’s not just art, there are anecdotes from Pepin’s life. And how can you have a book like this, without recipes? I would not buy this as a cookbook, since the recipes are not detailed, but it is a beautiful book about chickens, slow food, and the joy of cooking with love and skill.
I checked it out from the library, but I am buying my own copy. You can’t get a more ringing endorsement of a book from me. :)
The art throughout this book is just so original and delightful, simultaneously an ode to chickens and to cooking. Of course it’s not just art, there are anecdotes from Pepin’s life. And how can you have a book like this, without recipes? I would not buy this as a cookbook, since the recipes are not detailed, but it is a beautiful book about chickens, slow food, and the joy of cooking with love and skill.
I checked it out from the library, but I am buying my own copy. You can’t get a more ringing endorsement of a book from me. :)
August 5, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this memoir of Jacque Pepin, master chef, artist and expert on French cooking particularly chicken. Written in a very conversational way and full of interesting and humorous anecdotes you feel as if you’re there with him. What a wonderful, joyful man. Scattered throughout the book are many of his colorful paintings of chickens. Jacque includes instructions on how to make certain dishes which are also in the same conversational tone as if he’s there with you telling you how to do it. After all he was trained by French chefs who cooked by their senses and never by a written recipe. A wonderful and beautiful book that was designed by my daughter which makes it extra special to me.
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