Antoine Carême. The Cook of Kings

In a time of great empires' clash, from the splendor of France under Napoleon to Russia in the era of "War and Peace," unfolds the story of Antoine Carême's rise. An orphan from the slums, he became the one for whom kings would erect grand kitchens in their palaces.
He knew the weaknesses of the Rothschilds and the secrets of the Romanovs, was a skilled lover and a true artist.
Ian Kelly masterfully paints a touching portrait of the era, inviting readers to the tables of monarchs, where history comes alive in aromas and flavors. This explosive mix of "Bridgertons" and "The Bear," seasoned with the passion of French cuisine — a perfect dish for those yearning for historical intrigues and gastronomic discoveries!

«A magnificent work. The author stands at the threshold of a new, rock-and-roll direction in culinary literature» — Anthony Bourdain, chef, and icon of American cuisine.