The Apprentice

The Apprentice

By
Jacques Pépin
Jacques Pépin
2004 • 358 pages

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The popular television cooking show host traces his rise from an intimidated thirteen-year-old apprentice to a famous chef, recounting his work under prestigious teachers, his journey to America, and his experiences with contemporaries.

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Great, entertaining and delicious memoir about an exceptional food pioneer.

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An interesting read. I enjoyed his French perspective.

February 18, 2013

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