Download International Cuisine pdf
Despite my training in classical French cooking techniques, I have long valued the cuisines
of countries from all over the world and found great inspiration in them. As a young
apprentice, I was fortunate to have trained in France’s most famous kitchens including
those of Paul Bocuse, Roger Verge, and Paul Haeberlin, and then spent a number of ´
years on cruise ships that exposed me to the excitement of world cuisines. Later, after
a two-year stint in Brazil, I settled in San Francisco, a city with a food community that
has always deeply appreciated a wide variety of international cuisines. At Fleur de Lys and
more recently at our Burger Bar restaurants, I have created dishes which are sometimes
directly—sometimes subtly—enhanced with flavors and cooking techniques found outside
my original French classical training, and I have seen how these international influences
have drawn enthusiasm from my diners.
I am delighted that The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes have put
together this comprehensive book of world cuisines that is certain to become a treasured
resource for anyone who cooks, both professionally and at home. It has everything needed
to truly understand and master a wide array of international cuisines, especially Asian
cuisines, which are now such an important part of the American dining landscape. The
detailed and vivid descriptions of the history of the food culture for each cuisine are not
only fascinating, but also give the reader an understanding of how each cuisine evolved.
The comprehensive ingredient lists are a tremendous resource for anyone wishing to
recreate the recipes. It is also extremely interesting to read about the cooking utensils
from each cuisine along with the detailed descriptions of the cooking techniques. Finally,
the book contains a treasure of authentic recipes that not only look delicious, but truly
and accurately reflect the featured cuisine.
I know that International Cuisine is certain to have a prominent place in my culinary
library and I hope yours as well.
Hubert Keller
Chef-Owner
Fleur de Lys, San Francisco and Las Vegas
Burger Bar, Las Vegas, San Francisco, and St. Louis
SLeeK Steakhouse, St. Louis
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