BOUCHON

Thomas Keller presents his elevated take on bistro food in his gorgeous 2004 classic.

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This mammoth, French-language (not translated into English) book, subtitled “Recettes Bourgeoises & Populaire,” weighs in at nearly 1,100 pages. Its author, chef Jean-François Piège, is one of France’s most accomplished and decorated. Piège offers definitive recipes for just about every French dish you can think of, and many more besides, usually with no headnote. Requires pretty serious cooking skills and pre-existing knowledge of French cuisine (along with the ability to read French.) Story and/or review coming soon.

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This gorgeous cookbook brings into your home dishes from Jody Williams’ beloved, long-running New York restaurant.

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Aleksandra Crapanzano’s charming compendium speaks to people who love cakes but don’t want to fuss over them. Review coming soon - for now, try a recipe.

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Camille Fourmont's delightful little volume book offers recipes and wine notes from her Paris wine bar. Her Rose and Cumin Sablés are dreamy. Co-written with Kate Leahy. Read our review.

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The English-language edition of the French volume by Hubert Delore and Vincent Boué takes a cheffy approach, with ambitious breadth. Review coming soon.

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David Lebovitz, the brilliant Paris-based American pastry chef, wraps his arms around the savory side as well as sweets in this fine volume.

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Melissa Clark brings her warm, approachable Brooklyn-bred charm to the French dishes she fell in love with as kid, spending summers in France.

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