Rachel Khoo serves up a modern twist on classic French cooking. Rachel Khoo was determined to get to grips with French cooking, so to learn more she moved to Paris, not speaking a word of French, and enrolled at Le Cordon Bleu, the world-famous cookery school. Six years later, she still lives and works in Paris, cooking up a selection of classic French dishes from all over the country and giving them a fresh makeover with her own modern twists. From a Croque Madame muffin and the classic Boeuf bourguignon, to a deliciously fragrant Provencal lavender and lemon roast chicken, Rachel celebrates the culinary landscape of France as it is today and shows how simple these dishes are. The 120 recipes in the book range from easy, everyday dishes like Omelette Piperade, to summer picnics by the Seine and afternoon 'gouter' (snacks), to meals with friends and delicious desserts including classics like Creme brulee and Tarte tatin. It's a book that celebrates the very best of French home-cooking in a modern and accessible way. Real French food is no longer something only served in fancy restaurants; Rachel will show how you can add a little French culinary touch to your everyday life at home, no matter where you are in the world, or how big your kitchen is!
Rachel's unconventional food background has helped formulate her unique culinary touch. As a food creative, food writer, television personality and events organiser, Rachel is passionate about cultivating a love of creative and simple food. Rachel connects with fellow foodies and creatives on a truly international scale via her loyal online community.
Rachel's latest book "The Little Paris Kitchen" has caught the attention of readers all around the world. Her popular presence on the BBC television network has created a global following; thanks to the success of her television series also entitled "The Little Paris Kitchen".
Her role as an international food creative has spanned six-course dinners and workshops in places as far-flung as London, Paris, Berlin, Milan, Melbourne, Sydney and Buenos Aires.
In addition to "The Little Paris Kitchen", Rachel's books include "Barres à céréales, Granola et Muesli faites maison" and "Pâtes à tartiner" published by Marabout. Rachel is currently writing her fourth cookbook, to be published Autumn 2013.
(Note: author photo credit - David Loftus)
