French Classics - Easy and Elevated Dishes to Cook at Home

With a foreword by Raymond Blanc French food is having a real renaissance, in no small part due to Matthew Ryle''s accessible and homely approach to this most classic of cuisines. This book is full of dishes that have stood the test of time, and deserve a place at your table. Dispelling myths as he goes, Matthew showcases mouth-watering, achievable recipes; it''s food for big tables and made for sharing. Whether you''re looking to make the perfect Croque Madame for lunch, batch cook some Beef Bourguignon for the freezer, surprise on date night with Steak Diane, or wow your family and friends with a ''Grande Bouffe'', FRENCH CLASSICS has you covered - and will leave you wondering why you haven''t been cooking this food your whole life. With a 70/30 split of ''Easy'' vs ''Elevated'' dishes, there''s something for everyone, be they novice or expert.

About the author

Matthew Ryle is a chef with over fifteen years of experience in renowned global restaurants including three Michelin starred Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester.

In 2020, he launched one of London's busiest restaurants, Maison François, which has received numerous accolades, including two AA Rosettes and a Michelin Plate. In 2024, he opened its sister restaurant, Café François to critical acclaim and he is Executive Chef partner across the restaurant group.

In his spare time, Matthew shares classic French recipes and culinary expertise with millions of followers on his hugely popular social media channels @matthewryle.

Product details

• Authors: Matthew Ryle
• Publisher: Bloomsbury
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 28.08.2025
• EAN: 9781526685513
• ISBN: 978-1-5266-8551-3
• No. of pages: 288
• Subjects: Guides > Food & drink > Theme cookery books; COOKING / Methods / Quick & Easy, Quick & easy cooking, COOKING / Entertaining, Quick and easy cookery, TV / celebrity chef cookbooks, Cooking for parties and special occasions, Cooking for parties, Cooking with meat & game, Cooking with dairy products, TV / Celebrity chef / eateries cookbooks, COOKING / Regional & Cultural / French