Bécasse - French Lessons by Justin North

French Lessons is a comprehensive, approachable and colourful guide to mastering the art of French cooking from one of Australia’s most popular and innovative chefs.

Drawing on Justin’s training and wealth of experience in the kitchens of French restaurants throughout Europe and Australia, French Lessons is a beautifully designed, all-encompassing volume that demystifies French cooking, explaining each technique in clear language as Justin guides home cooks through each recipe.
The twenty-four lessons begin with fundamental Stocks and Soups, moving through to Salads, Savoury Sauces, Steaming and Poaching, Braising and Slow Cooking and Grilling and Roasting. Final courses include delicious Sorbets and Ice Creams, Fruit, Sweet Pastry, Chocolate and Cheese.

Simple and straightforward, French Lessons contains more than 300 recipes, each coming with Justin’s recommendations for accompaniments. Recipes are illustrated in full colour throughout, and are teamed with step-by-step technique shots to ensure clarity and understanding. Beautiful, inviting and lavishly presented, French Lessons will inform and inspire. This is a must-have for every kitchen benchtop, and will become a well-worn companion to anyone interested in French cookery.