Daniel Boulud's Café Boulud Cookbook by Daniel Boulud

In the next section, La Saison, Daniel accompanies us through the market. Recipes such as Skate with Brown Butter and Capers, Hanger Steak with Shallots, and splendid Pommes Frites reveal the influences of his French roots.īut tradition also includes respect for seasonal ingredients. It continued with great chefs that shaped his unique interpretation of home cooking. Daniel's education as a cook began with his grandmother and the Poulet Grand-mère she lovingly prepared for her guests. In the book's first section, La Tradition, we are transported to the original Café Boulud run by Daniel's grandparents on the outskirts of Lyon - France's culinary capital. One ingredient for a perfect dish is family tradition. With little effort, you find yourself reproducing his magic on your own stove. By means of Dorie Greenspan's expertly written recipes, Daniel accompanies you into your home kitchen, where his inspiration becomes yours and his instructions are easy to follow. 'A hint of herb, a little acidity - sweet seafood needs a bit of sharpness - and all the brininess and flavor of the scallops.' It is a simple but perfect recipe and it has been given all his attention, commitment, and talent - as have each of the recipes in this simple but perfect cookbook.ĭaniel Boulud's Café Boulud Cookbook contains all his creative cooking skills made accessible. After thirty years of cooking in France and America, the chef knows what he wants. Then he brings a few drops of it to his lips. Over the tops of his glasses he assesses the color and takes in the aroma of the sauce. His voice carries his passion as he swirls the copper pan holding the finished dish. The more than 200 recipes included here, translated by leading food writer Dorie Greenspan, convey the trademark sophistication and style of Boulud's meals in a friendly and approachable manner.'Cook the sauce another minute, then add just a touch of olive oil,' urges Daniel Boulud in his kitchen at Café Boulud in New York City. This cookbook offers recipes from the menu at Cafe Boulud that center around four themes: the classic dishes of French cooking (La Tradition), the seasonal specialties of the market (La Saison), dishes from cultures near and far (Le Voyage), and vegetarian dishes that celebrate the garden's harvest (Le Potager).

Daniel Boulud's Café Boulud Cookbook by Daniel Boulud