The Valrhona cooking school presents everything the amateur or professional baker needs to learn about cooking with chocolate. One hundred fundamental techniques and more than a hundred recipes are ex
This comprehensive monograph on Versailles offers unprecedented access to the chteau and grounds of one of Frances most significant and legendary historical landmarks.For this book, Versailles granted
A duo of high-profile tastemakers invite readers inside fifteen homes that are infused with the blend of vintage and contemporary style that is the essence of Parisian chic.Style icon Ines de la Fress
This text sets out to examine the enduring styles and trends in garden design over the past 2000 years. Pigeat juxtaposes traditional and contemporary garden designs, exploring them by theme as expres
An illustrated monograph of haute couture designer Jean Patou’s life and career during the apex of twentieth-century glamour, drawn from previously unpublished family archives. During the 1920s and 1
As portable as a map but as informative as a guide, this hybrid map-guide from dandy globe-trotter Marin Montagut offers curated recommendations for a genuinely local experience. The pocket-sized Bonj
Discover the hidden treasures of the 157 most picturesque villages to visit in France, with this fully illustrated, comprehensive travel guide.From the half-timbered Alsatian houses of Eguisheim to th
A panoramic exploration of Cuba''s extraordinary art world, including exclusive interviews with thirty-five of the island''s most influential artists and photography by Camillo Guevara.Retracing the v
This is the first volume to trace the history of equestrian sports, including individual and team results across the sport''s three official Olympic disciplines: dressage, eventing, and jumping.This i
A handsome volume covering all aspects of bespoke tailoring. Savile Row is the world’s iconic address for the best in bespoke tailoring, and home to legendary Gieves & Hawkes, suppliers to the British
Discover Pritzker Prize–winning architect Frank Gehry’s newest masterpiece, the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris. A volume on all aspects of Frank Gehry’s latest architectural monument, the Fondation
A life in the spotlight can make it harder still to weather the passing of time, but Estelle Lefébure―former supermodel and French wellness sensation―has discovered the secret. French women reportedly
This handsome monograph charts the evolution of one of the most coveted items of modern style, showcasing the extraordinary craftsmanship of the House of Cartier. The Tank Watch, designed by Louis Car
Arriving in Paris in 1924, Brassai rapidly became a shrewd observer of nocturnal Parisian life. He sensed that photography was the tool that would allow him to document his vision of a dying society.F
The perfect introduction to the life and work of an extraordinary artist.Flammarion presents its series of informative, richly illustrated guides, covering lifestyle and cultural topics. Find out ever
A comprehensive history of high fashion in Paris from Madame Gres and Balenciaga to Yves Saint Laurent and Yohji Yamamoto, spanning all aspects from clothing and accessories to perfume. Ever since Ch
An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the stunning estates of France’s most prestigious and long-standing vineyards. Hennessy, Moet & Chandon, Dom Perignon, Mercier, Krug, Ruinart, Veuve Clicquo
From the OBEY Giant posters to Banksy’s stencils and from iconic bubble letter tags to mosaic space invaders, street art is omnipresent. Graffiti and street art have long been part of our visual cultu
The ultimate cookbook from the Valrhona school for chocolate makers, featuring a dozen essential techniques and seventy easy-to-follow recipes. From the precise method for tempering chocolate, to the
Overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean Sea, chef Gerald Passedat draws inspiration from the abundance of local seafood, sun-ripened vegetables, fragrant herbs, and sumptuous wines. Photographs of his