The French Laundry, Per Se (The Thomas Keller Libr
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Named a Best Book of 2020 by Publisher’s Weekly
Named a Best Cookbook of 2020 by Amazon and Barnes & Noble
“Every elegant page projects Keller’s high standard of ‘perfect culinary execution’. . . . This superb work is as much philosophical treatise as gorgeous cookbook.”
—Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW
Bound by a common philosophy, linked by live video, staffed by a cadre of inventive and skilled chefs, the kitchens of Thomas Keller’s celebrated restaurants—The French Laundry in Yountville, California, and per se, in New York City—are in a relationship unique in the world of fine dining. Ideas bounce back and forth in a dance of creativity, knowledge, innovation, and excellence. It’s a relationship that’s the very embodiment of collaboration, and of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. And all of it is captured in The French Laundry, Per Se, with meticulously detailed recipes for 70 beloved dishes, including Smoked Sturgeon Rillettes on an Everything Bagel, “The Whole Bird,” Tomato Consommé, Celery Root Pastrami, Steak and Potatoes, Peaches ’n’ Cream.
Just reading these recipes is a master class in the state of the art of cooking today. We learn to use a dehydrator to intensify the flavor and texture of fruits and vegetables. To make the crunchiest coating with a cornstarch–egg white paste and potato flakes. To limit waste in the kitchen by fermenting vegetable trimmings for sauces with an unexpected depth of flavor. And that essential Keller trait, to take a classic and reinvent it: like the French onion soup, with a mushroom essence stock and garnish of braised beef cheeks and Comté mousse, or a classic crème brûlée reimagined as a rich, creamy ice cream with a crispy sugar tuile to mimic the caramelized coating.
Throughout, there are 40 recipes for the basics to elevate our home cooking. Some are old standbys, like the best versions of beurre manié and béchamel, others more unusual, including a ramen broth (aka the Super Stock) and a Blue-Ribbon Pickle.
And with its notes on technique, stories about farmers and purveyors, and revelatory essays from Thomas Keller—“The Lessons of a Dishwasher,” “Inspiration Versus Influence,” “Patience and Persistence”—The French Laundry, Per Se will change how young chefs, determined home cooks, and dedicated food lovers understand and approach their cooking.
From the Publisher
From the Introduction to THE FRENCH LAUNDRY, PER SE
“For me, the ability to evolve lies in the building blocks: approaching purveyors as true partners, seeking tools that improve efficiency, supporting a vigorous exchange of ideas between my chefs at The French Laundry and Per Se, and of course, finessing any and every detail.” —Thomas Keller
Smoked Sturgeon Rillettes on an Everything Bagel
Everything Bagel, Pickled Pearl Onions, and Regiis Ova Caviar
Salad Rouge
Ruby Beets, Purple Brussels Sprouts, Pink Pearl Apples, Red Onion, and Pickled Beet Puree
Soft-Boiled Bantam Hen Egg with Shaved White Truffles
Creamed Arrowleaf Spinach and Sauce Soubise
Charcoal-Grilled Honeynut Squash
Anson Mills Farro Verde, Lacinato Kale, and Preserved Yuzu Emulsion
La Ratte Potato Culurgiones
Black Winter Truffle Consommé, Parmesan Tuile, and Shaved Black Winter Truffles
Japanese Sayori
Spicy Mango Puree, Coconut Pudding, Toasted Quinoa, and Thai Basil
Champignon de Bois
Cèpes Mushroom Croquette, Creamed Watercress Puree, and Tiny Blooms
Celery Root Pastrami
Wilted Bok Choy, Scallion Mousseline, Szechuan Peppercorn Jus, and Crispy Bone Marrow
Snake River Farms Calotte de boeuf
Pumpernickel Melba, Petite Lettuces, Persian Cucumbers, and Burgundy Mustard
Peaches ‘N’ Cream
Whipped Ricotta and Pecan Sandies
Victoria Sponge
Crème Brûlée Ice Cream
Publisher : Artisan (October 27, 2020)
Language : English
Hardcover : 400 pages
ISBN-10 : 1579658490
ISBN-13 : 978-1579658496
Item Weight : 5.75 pounds
Dimensions : 11.25 x 1.5 x 11.25 inches
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audravinci –
This is a advanced cookbook
I am a big fan of Thomas and I am an advanced cook and appreciate the vision. This is a wonderful book but his recipes take time so enjoy the experience!
Carla –
The book is a work of art.
The French Laundry, Per Se is an absolute gem for anyone who loves the world of fine dining and cooking, in general. The book is as beautiful as it is inspiring, with stunning photography that makes it even more special. The recipes are detailed but surprisingly approachable. What really stands out is the philosophy behind it all—Thomas Keller’s deep respect for ingredients and his dedication to creating memorable experiences through food. It’s not just about cooking; it’s about embracing the joy and artistry of the culinary world. Best bday present.
NHChef –
Progressive thinking about food
I’ve been a professional chef for 25 years, so this sort of book is interesting to me. I’ve read his other books, and this one differs in that it’s a refined vision of what he’s been doing for decades. The recipes are even more precise in their measurements yet less reliant on mysterious methods than earlier books, and in the end the food represents an improvement of earlier methods, combinations and techniques. He and his chefs at both the New York and California locations have created intense versions of dishes like shrimp bisque, French onion soup, and fish and chips, while also providing some weirder and inspirational dishes like caviar with chocolate-hazelnut emulsion. This is a more professionally minded book, aimed at people who have the ambition for learning what the book puts forth. It is also rewarding to those who appreciate the longer “project” types of recipes that many restaurant chefs grapple with on a daily basis.
CoCo –
French Laundry
Beautiful & informative! Delicious recipes
Yves Leroux –
The epitomy of French cooking
The best part of this book is the tribute to Jean-Louis Palladin who started what I’d call a revolution in the US culinary realm.Thomas’s stories are so endearing.The culinary part, including recipes, reads like a roster of classic French cooking, with a contemporary touch, and of my mother’s and grandmother’s fare, and it makes me feel at home. The rabbit story is so funny: it was in my regular diet, with duck and so many other delicacies of the farm where I was born and raised.Thank Thomas for his dedication to French modern cooking. I remember his days as a chef at Rakel, where I sensed he was a chef with great potential. The rest is history.He truly deserves the Légion d’Honneur the French government honored him with.
Gavin Kelley –
Great book for aspiring chefs.
This is a great book for someone who wants to be in the professional culinary field. It really motivates you. I do recommend before buying this book get The French laundry, not per se. Per se is great after reading TFL.
Matan –
A bit to fancy for me
I wish it was more about the food and less about the “fine” expensive mettirials…
Amazon Customer –
Absolutely PACKED full of knowledge and experience.
I can’t say enough about how much I enjoy this book. It is absolutely filled with very small details that are huge revelations. It is a lifetime of knowledge and experience shared very clearly. It’s inspiring and I love it.
Amazon Customer –
Wonderfully illustrated and written cookbook will for sure both entertain as well as teach new techniques to bring up my level of skill in the kitchen. I love the writing style of Thomas Keller!
Dr. Stephan Schünemann –
Top !Edel ! (um nicht zu sagen elitär ..)mein Sohn hat sich SEHR gefreut !
northern lass –
Just love this book, the photos and recipes are quite complicated but it is from a 3 star Michelin chef. I bought this to try and push myself and my cooking skills, as of yet have only tried bits of the menu to enhance what I am already cooking. Also there are some ingredients that as a home cook have not used before. Gorgeous book for a present or for anyone interested in upping their game at dinner parties (which I will attempt to do.
Miguel Angel Merino –
Un excelente libro, Tengo la colección de libros de Thomas Keller y como siempre son grandes libros, de una excelente calidad. Las recetas no son sencillas de replicar en casa como por ejemplo en el caso del libro ad hoc at home, sin embargo son recetas de gran valía e inspiración para algún platillo.
Gianni Pincopallino –
Uno dei libri che ogni cuoco, gastronomo o appassionato di cucina dovrebbe avere