The father of modern cuisine

Résumé

France is the quintessential country of gastronomy. In this delightful graphic novel, Cédric Fernandez and Yvon Bertorello, with the active participation of Michel Escoffier and Stéphane Bern, recount the defining moments in the life of Auguste Escoffier, the undisputed master of French culinary art. From his humble beginnings to his rise to the pinnacle of Europe's finest kitchens, the story illuminates the visionary man who revolutionized the organization of kitchen brigades, codified recipes, and elevated cooking to an art form. He masterfully structured the art of cooking and spread «French gastronomic art» throughout the world through his writings, his travels, and his unwavering pursuit of excellence. Blending passion, rigor, and audacity, this graphic novel paints a vivid portrait of a genius whose legacy continues to inspire chefs and delight palates.