Markets of Provence: A Culinary Tour of Southern France [Hardcover]

Ruthanne Long (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 15, 1996

Markets of Provence is a beautifully photogr aphed culinary guide through Provence. Using the open air ma rket & the fresh produce as guideposts in this tour, this bo ok really is a food lover''s guide - as well as a cookbook - through this beloved region. '

Editorial Reviews

Review

This seven-day tour through the markets of Provence in France shares the authors' personal recommendations for what to see and where to eat, plus provides recipes and insights on local cuisine. Plenty of vivid color photos of market scenes accompany a blend of travelogue and culinary title which focuses on the cuisine of Southern France. -- Midwest Book Review

From the Publisher

Tour the markets of seven towns while exploring the role of the market in Provencal life, plus receive dozens of insider tips as the authors focus on food, present information on regional and seasonal specialties (with recipes in every chapter), wines, restaurants, and picnic spots.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: William Morrow Cookbooks (March 15, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0002250616
• ISBN-13: 978-0002250610
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 8.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #768,209 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dixon Long lives in Mill Valley, California. Before moving to the Bay area in 1990, he was professor of Political Science and dean of Western Reserve College at Case Western Reserve University. His account of sailing around the world with two friends, Westward Home, was published by Carpenter Reserve Printing Company in 1979. His first novel, Brothers, was published in 2001 by Creative Arts Book Company, Berkeley. He has co-authored two guides to markets in France, Markets of Provence (HarperCollins, 1966) and Markets of Paris (The Little Bookroom, 2007). His short stories have appeared in several small literary magazines. Part of novella. Weekend in the Luberon, was published in ZYZZYVA 76, Spring 2006. In his academic career, he wrote extensively about the intersection of science, technology and public policy, including Reviews of National Science Policy: Japan (OECD, 1967), and Science Policies of Industrial Nations, with Christopher Wright (Praeger, 1975). His interests outside of writing fiction and travel include gourmet food and wine-tasting. He is a swimmer and hiker, and reads the New York Times and The New Yorker.

Customer Reviews

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely marvelous!, June 24, 1999

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KCNAZ (Arizona) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Markets of Provence: A Culinary Tour of Southern France (Hardcover)

My cousin and I just returned from a 9-day trip to Southern France. Our highlights can all be found in this wonderful book. We met Henri Tomas and taste-tested and approved the Galette specialty of the house; taste-tested and brought back many bottles of wine from Chateau La Canorgue. We followed the suggestions and pretty much made the rounds to all of the sites. Our last evening in Provence, we sampled the goat cheese, bread from Henri Tomas' patisserie and the wine...we added our own Picheline olives and fresh market tomatoes to make our meal complete...what a last supper to have in France. Joy of Life, Indeed!!!!!! Thanks for making our trip a 10++++++.

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars you can almost smell the lavender, May 17, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Markets of Provence: A Culinary Tour of Southern France (Hardcover)

This excellent book was in the kitchen of a house we rented a couple of years ago in Caromb, northeast of Avignon. Not only were the lists of daily markets invaluable, but the recipe for quails with spring onions on tapenade-covered croutons, for example, allowed us to make good use of local products. (With all those fabulous tapenades available at market, I did not make my own, as the recipe suggests.) Patricia Wells's introduction reminds you of her own invaluable guides to food throughout France, and her inspiration and influence are apparent throughout the book -- the level of knowledge, enthusiasm, and appreciation for the wonders of Provençal food is engaging and contagious. The illustrations remind you of places you've been away from too long and get the juices flowing for a return visit for markets you missed the last time.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect For Trips Or Just Some Dreaming..........., July 29, 2000

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This review is from: Markets of Provence: A Culinary Tour of Southern France (Hardcover)

If you or anyone you know plans a trip to Provence, make sure this book goes too! It is an excellent guide to the wonderful Provencal outdoor markets. If you want to experience Provence at its finest, this is one of the very best guide.

Full of gorgeous color photos, this is a beautiful as well as helpful book. After the trip, it is wonderful to go through the book again and savor all of the great memories. For the finest produce, cheese and other delights of the South, this book is a must have!