"In a world where everything has to happen instantly, I am pleased to offer you a manual for cooking slowly and carefully.  My hope is that my book will bring something of the traditional craft of French cooking to all who love to cook."   Author:  Damien Pignolet

Damien Pignolet is generally recognised as one of Australia's finest chefs and restaurateurs.  His attention to detail and consummate French style has reaped many prestigious awards, and he has also been an influential teacher of cookery for more than three decades.

His book is his passion put in print. 

Memories of his childhood are related as, being the youngest of four, he spent much time at his mother's side whilst she prepared soups, puddings and souffles.

Every good cuisine has its basic foundations.  In French, the opening chapter has recipes for savoury stocks and sauces.
 
The book, jam-packed with recipes covering almost everything you'd want to cook, is a lovely to read, yet gives excellent instructions.

Order online at cookbooks.com.au or you should find it at most good bookstores.