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Intimate memoir of culinary icon Julia Child.
If you're drawn to the warmth of behind-the-scenes stories with renowned figures, "Backstage with Julia" promises a tender and personal glimpse into Julia Child's world. Nancy Verde Barr offers you a seat at Julia's table, revealing the humanity and spirited passion of a chef who reshaped American cuisine. It's a heartfelt tribute, sure to inspire anyone with a love for food and the legends behind it.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780470276372
Authors:
Nancy Verde Barr
Publisher: Harvest
Date of Publication: 2008-03-28
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.86
(rated by 367 readers)
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You’ll love this intimate portrait of the inimitable Julia Child by Nancy Verde Barr, her executive chef and friend for twenty-four years. Brimming with anecdotes, memorabilia, and snapshots, Backstage with Julia conveys Julia’s generosity, her boundless energy, and her love of food and life. This loving memoir celebrates the adventurous, unassuming essence of the chef who seasoned American palates and heightened our appreciation of food.
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Intimate memoir of culinary icon Julia Child.
If you're drawn to the warmth of behind-the-scenes stories with renowned figures, "Backstage with Julia" promises a tender and personal glimpse into Julia Child's world. Nancy Verde Barr offers you a seat at Julia's table, revealing the humanity and spirited passion of a chef who reshaped American cuisine. It's a heartfelt tribute, sure to inspire anyone with a love for food and the legends behind it.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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