Escaping the stresses and strains of everyday life is something many of us can only dream of. But for two Michelin star chef John Burton Race the dream became a reality when he swapped the pressures of running a highly successful London restaurant for a year in a rural farm house in south–west France.

Based on the highly acclaimed Channel Four series of the same name, French Leave is a memoir of that year. The result is a personal journey of discovery as Burton Race faces the challenge of uprooting his wife, six children – and pet labradoe – to the tiny hamlet of Montferrand, in the beautiful unspoilt region of the Aude. Here he discovers a way of life rooted in simple timeless pleasures – visits to the local market, fishing in the Black Mountain and exploring the neighbouring towns and villages. Everywhere he goes his passion for food provides a passport into the hearts and minds of the locals – many of them unforgettable characters. There are fascinating and hilarious encounters along the way – and, of course, superb food and wines. How much better does it get?

An evocative account of a remarkable year in France, recorded through the seasons. French Leave is a warm and witty portrayal of the French, their way of life, and a celebration of French food at its finest. This is a book that captures the true essence of France.

Author:

John Burton-Race

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ISBN:

9780091898304

Publish Date:

10/2003

Pages:

222

Publisher:

Ebury Press

Format:

Paperback

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