Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)

Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)

USD $19.95 Thomas J. Craughwell [Writer] Published by-Quirk Books

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About the Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)

This culinary biography tells the incredible true story of how a Founding Father and his slave introduced French Cuisine to America—perfect for history buffs, foodies, and Francophiles alike

In 1784, Thomas Jefferson struck a deal with his slave, James Hemings. The Founding Father was traveling to Paris and wanted to bring James along “for a particular purpose”— to master the art of French cooking. In exchange for James’s cooperation, Jefferson would grant his freedom.

So began one of the strangest partnerships in United States history. As Hemings apprenticed under master French chefs, Jefferson studied the cultivation of French crops (especially grapes for wine-making) so they might be replicated in American agriculture. The two men returned home with such marvels as pasta, French fries, Champagne, macaroni and cheese, crème brûlée, and a host of other treats. This narrative history tells the story of their remarkable adventure—and even includes a few of their favorite recipes!

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The price of "Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)" at Up Up & Away! Cincinnati (Blue Ash) is USD $19.95.

The publisher of "Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)" is Quirk Books.

The genres of "Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)" are Biography & Autobiography - Presidents & Heads Of State, Cooking - History, and History - United States - Revolutionary Period (1775-1800).

"Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)" falls under the category of Books (Hardcover).

The writer of "Thomas Jefferson's Creme Brulee (Hardcover Book)" is Thomas J. Craughwell.