Willy Ronis (1910–2009) was one of the great photographers of the twentieth century. Selected by MoMA curator Edward Steichen for inclusion in two groundbreaking exhibitions, The Family of Man and Five...

Are the French masters at self-promotion, or is there really something behind all that bravado ? From fashion to food to the art of seduction — why do we all want their je ne sais quoi ? And, sacrebleu,...

Discover the 159 most picturesque villages in France, selected for their authenticity, beauty, and cultural heritage by the accredited association Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. These charming French...

What are the fifteen clothing essentials for men? How do you tie a tie for any situation? What’s the best way to wear color and pattern? How do you pick the perfect wristwatch? What’s the worst fashion...

Prince Louis François de Bourbon-Conti — cousin of King Louis XV of France — was a patron of contemporary intellectuals such as Diderot, Beaumarchais, and Rousseau, and well-known as an avid art collector....

Welcome to Miss Maggie's Kitchen—the charming world of Héloïse Brion—and savor her generous, effortless, and family-style recipes featuring locally sourced, seasonal produce. From cocktails and starters...

The original edition of Gaston Lenôtre’s groundbreaking cookbook inspired generations of aspiring pastry chefs. In this fully revised new edition, you will learn how to bake everything from a Paris-Brest...

« François Perret is a magician of taste. [His] madeleine . . . is a masterpiece. » — Pierre Hermé What happens when François Perret — the world-renowned pastry chef at the Ritz Paris — leaves behind...

An introduction to the French art of baking bread—including ingredient selection, levain cultivation, and bread-making techniques—with more than one hundred illustrated recipes. The humble baguette is...

In Paris, enchantment awaits around every corner, and artist Marin Montagut marvels in discovering the ateliers and emporiums that pepper the capital. For centuries, the artisanal trades associated with...

100 years of technical and gourmet savoir faire from an exceptional culinary school in paris. Discover the essential kitchen skills for cooking with fruits and nuts—how to peel pineapples, blanch almonds,...

Discover the 164 most picturesque villages in France, selected for their authenticity, beauty, and cultural heritage by the accredited association Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. These charming...