Plats du Jour, The Taste of Things, and Madeleines – this week’s ckbk newsletter is packed with celebrations of French cooking.
Read MoreBastille Day, or the Fête Nationale Française, celebrates the liberation of the French people by remembering two events of the French revolution – the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789 and the Fête de la Fédération that announced unity on 14 July 1790. Annually July 14 sees military parades in Paris, while fireworks and parties set the mood across France.
Read MoreLearning With Experts is the ultimate online classroom for people who are keen to sharpen their skills in a number of life-enhancing subjects, including gardening, photography, floristry – and food & drink. Find out about some of the courses on offer in this guest post from Learning With Experts, and see how this hands-on skills training can help you get the most from ckbk’s huge range of cookbooks.
Read MoreLoving French food is easy. Finding exactly what kind of French food to cook, learn about and discover is a bit more complicated. This route through France’s regions, chefs and cooking styles will help you find the best of French cuisine
Read MoreAn expert-level quiz created in partnership with Daniel Galmiche, Michelin-starred chef and author of the French Brasserie Cookbook.
Anne Willan recounts the years she spend writing and photographing her comprehensive guide to modern cooking.
Read MoreA glimpse into the writing process of James Peterson’s 800 page magnum opus.
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