Synopsis:
Does Roquefort go with red wine? Are you supposed to eat the ash in Morbier? With details on appearance, flavour and aroma, this is the complete guide to selecting and serving more than 350 types of French cheeses. Reference maps pinpoint the origins of the cheeses and handy symbols reveal facts such as fat content. Includes top tips on buying, storing and serving cheese plus wine recommendations. A must-have for any gourmet's bookshelf.
From Library Journal:
The magnificent illustrations in this book are characteristic of the "Eyewitness Handbook" series: glossy color photographs, so finely reproduced that the subtlest shades of white, beige, gray, yellow and brown come alive. A complimentary foreword by the great chef Joel Robuchon concurs. Beyond the excellent visuals, however, is voluminous information on over 350 cheeses made in France. A concise introduction serves not only as a guide to interpreting each entry's economically arranged information but also to alert the reader that attention will be given to methods of production, aroma, taste, fat content, milk-type, and the ideal accompanying drinks. Included are a small glossary, a short bibliography, and even a directory of French cheese shops and markets at the end. Don't be put off by the somewhat narrow subject?here is a necessary selection for any collection with a sophisticated respect for food.?Wendy Miller, Lexington P.L., Ky.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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