My Last Supper
My Last Supper
Melanie Dunea
Anthony Bourdain
[The author] managed to convince a goodly number of the world's best, and best-known, chefs to let it all go. - Anthony Bourdain
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My Last Supper

My Last Supper: 50 Great Chefs and Their Final Meals / Portraits, Interviews, and Recipes

Melanie Dunea
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Melanie Dunea
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In "My Last Supper," Melanie Dunea embarks on a culinary odyssey, unraveling the intimate and often surprising final meal wishes of fifty of the world's most renowned chefs. This unique collection delves beyond the kitchen, offering a rare glimpse into the hearts and minds of culinary legends, from Ferrán Adrià to Gordon Ramsay, through the simple yet profound question of their ideal last supper. Dunea masterfully pairs each chef's personal narrative with stunning, Vanity Fair-style portraits that capture the essence and spirit of these culinary giants, making each page a visual feast as rich and varied as the dishes they describe. Beyond the allure of its photography, "My Last Supper" stands as a testament to the passion and creativity that drive the world's culinary leaders. The chefs' responses, ranging from the lavish to the surprisingly modest, are accompanied by a recipe from each chosen meal, inviting readers not just to imagine but to create these final feasts themselves. This book is not merely a collection of menus; it is an exploration of legacy, memory, and the deeply human relationship we have with food. Dunea's work transcends the boundaries of a traditional cookbook, offering a poignant reflection on the foods that touch our souls and the meals that would mark the perfect end to a life well savored.

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Released
2007
1 Jan
Length
224
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[The author] managed to convince a goodly number of the world's best, and best-known, chefs to let it all go. - Anthony Bourdain
— Melanie Dunea, My Last Supper

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