Classic French Recipes

Ginette Mathiot (1907-1998) is the author of more than 30 best-selling cookbooks. Her definitive work on French cooking includes I Know How to Cook (Je sais cuisiner), and The Art of French Baking (Je sais faire la pâtisserie). David Lebovitz is a cook and pastry chef living in Paris. He is the author of 9 cookbooks and has been featured in Bon Appétit, The New York Times, and USA Today. Keda Black is a food writer, critic, and recipe developer of French and Scottish origin. She has written several cookbooks and worked for esteemed French magazines, guides, and brands.

‘An excellent, encouraging introduction to French home cooking by an author who combines the best culinary qualities of Gallic versions of Irma Rombauer and Fannie Farmer, with just a dash of Ratatouille’s beloved Chef Gusteau.’ – Library Journal, STARRED Review‘… admirably comprehensive and clear … beautifully illustrated, too.’ – Nick Curtis, Evening Standard‘Putting Ginette Mathiot on your shelf is akin to discovering a French grandmother you didn't know you had. … this will teach you everything you need to learn about classic French cooking.’ – Sally Hughes, Books for Cooks, London, The Bookseller‘Want the perfect coq au vin or crepe suzette? This is the book for you.’ – Daily Mail‘I Know How to Cook … includes everything you need to know … to take on almost any reasonable home-cooking challenge with Gallic flair.’ – Wall Street Journal‘A comprehensive collection.’ – The New York Times Book Review‘Pure French cuisine.’ – Associated Press‘It’s easy to see why the original book has been in print since 1932. The recipes are designed to be easily followed … making cooking accessible to all.’ – New York Journal of Books‘All of the most popular home-cooked dishes in the French repertoire.’ – Epicurious