by Peter Mayle
First published 2001
Retired British advertising executive Peter Mayle swaps the rat race for the French countryside, immersing himself in the region's rich food culture. From lavish lunches in Provence to a Parisian cooking class, Mayle savors the flavors and wisdom of local chefs and winemakers. As he navigates new customs and landscapes, his appreciative palate opens him to the essence of French living - a daily celebration of simple pleasures.
Genres: travel, memoir, food-and-drink, food-writing
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water
Setting: France, Provence, Paris
240 pages · Hardcover · Knopf