New Larousse Gastronomique The Worlds Greatest Cookery Reference Book 1983 Encyclopedia of Food Wine and Cookery Vintage Recipes Cookbook

The Kitchen’s Quiet Authority

When chefs reach for answers, they reach for Larousse Gastronomique. This 1961 American edition packs 8,500 recipes plus clear articles on techniques, ingredients, wines, and dining history. Large, step‑by‑step illustrations guide you from mise‑en‑place to plated finish without fuss.

Why It Belongs on Your Counter

Discover a world of endless dishes in one comprehensive book. From béchamel to brioche, each classic recipe is easily accessible. Step-by-step visual instructions, including 1,000 photos and line drawings, guide you from prep to presentation.

This is the trusted reference that can be found on the pass line of any top kitchen.

Edition Details

Detail Information
Title New Larousse Gastronomique
Publisher Crown Publishers (American edition)
Year 1961
Format Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages 1,101
Size 10 × 8 × 3 in (approx.)
Genre Culinary Reference • Cookbook
Condition Good vintage—dust jacket shows edge wear; pages lightly yellowed; boards solid

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