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Thursday, August 21, 2025

Book Review: Mastering the Art of French Eating: From Paris Bistros to Farmhouse Kitchens, Lessons in Food and Love.

Mastering the Art of French Eating: Lessons in Food and Love from a Year in Paris Mastering the Art of French Eating: Lessons in Food and Love from a Year in Paris by Ann Mah
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The author and her diplomat husband are stationed in their ideal city -  Paris.  Almost immediately, Calvin is summoned to Baghdad for one year and Ann must stay in Paris due to the potential danger.  Alone in a city that was meant to be shared with her French-speaking husband, she vows to make friends, find a job, and explore the country seeking out the classic food that it is known for - steak frites, crepes, cassoulet, bourguignon, and more! 

This is an incredible memoir, full of food, recipes, travel and French history!  I loved reading her descriptions of the food, restaurants, chefs, scenery and much more!  Highly recommended for anyone loving Paris, France, French food, and travel writing.

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