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It's difficult to say exactly what classical cuisine is. In Europe each country will have a range of dishes many of which may have had their origins in the kitchens of the aristocracy. So Italy has a classical cuisine as does Spain and Portugal and so on. In France the classical cuisine was catalogued and systematised by the great 19th century chef Escoffier in his book "la Repertoire de la Cuisine" and it was the dishes in this that became the standard repertoire of the restaurants of the luxury hotels of the period. Today many of these dishes are over-elaborate for the modern taste and they have been displaced to a degree by a French "Classical" cuisine which derives from simpler bourgeois cooking which reflects the sort of food you might have been served in a French bourgeois home that had a permanent cook or the food you might have been served in the home of a prosperous country landowner.
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What is the history of Classical cuisine?
Classical cuisine originated in France. It was practiced in the grand restaurants and hotels of Europe and elsewhere for much of the 20th century.
What country does 'quiche' originate from?
Quiche is originally from Germany, and now it is a classical dish of French cuisine....!
What is the history of classical cuisine as it relates to the three fundamentals of cooking tripod cauldron and rotisserie?
Classical cuisine has evolved through centuries, with the tripod, cauldron, and rotisserie serving as fundamental cooking tools. The tripod, often used over an open flame, allowed for versatile cooking methods, while the cauldron enabled slow simmering and stewing, essential for developing rich flavors. The rotisserie, celebrated for its ability to evenly roast meats, highlighted the importance of technique in achieving culinary excellence. Together, these tools laid the groundwork for modern cooking practices, shaping the techniques and flavors of classical cuisine.
Is it necessary to understand classical cuisine before going into any other type of cuisine in the culinary world?
While it is not absolutely necessary to understand Classical, or Haute Cuisine before going on to other cuisines, it is highly beneficial. I can honestly say that although I am primarily a Caribbean chef, my training and living in France has certainly contributed greatly to my understanding of food and it's proper preparation. It has made me into a much better chef that I would have been otherwise. May I suggest that you keep on your bookshelf a copy of "Larousse Gastrnomique", and consult it often.
Who are the origins of classical and modern cuisines?
Classical cuisine, often associated with the French culinary tradition, has roots in the elaborate cooking styles of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, particularly influenced by chefs like Auguste Escoffier in the 19th century. Modern cuisine, on the other hand, has emerged from global influences and contemporary cooking techniques, including molecular gastronomy and fusion cuisine, reflecting a more diverse and innovative approach to food. Key figures in modern cuisine include chefs like Ferran Adrià and René Redzepi, who have pushed the boundaries of traditional cooking. Both cuisines are shaped by cultural exchanges, regional ingredients, and evolving tastes over time.
What is classical french cuisine?
France is broken up into provinces (or "states," unofficially) according to certain tribes which lived there before France was formed, more or less. These provinces are still very different and distinct from one another (even though they all make up France), provinces vary in many aspects, one of them food, hence "provincial food."
How do you say cuisine in French?
'la cuisine française'
What cuisine to they have in Crete?
Cretan cuisine.
Which cuisine do you prefer: Greek or Spanish?
I prefer Greek cuisine over Spanish cuisine.
Is French cuisine are a continental cuisine?
yes
What does the word une cuisine mean?
cuisine
What is the uniqueness of French cuisine from other cuisine?
Traditional French cuisine is reputed to be a fat cuisine. This is of questionable truth, certainly not generally true for modern French cuisine, and certainly never was a unique aspect of French cuisine. Other aspects of French cuisine include its diversity, inventiveness, or the nation's passion with its cuisine, none of which is unique to French cuisine. Both, those attributes might be cited as characteristics of French cuisine. Any region's cuisine evolves with disregard of political boundaries. Adjacent countries will almost always share many of the characteristics with a specific country's traditional cuisine, rendering any claim of "traditional cuisine of country X" questionable. For example, the cuisine in the south-west of France is very similar to northern Spanish cuisine, while eastern French cuisine shares similarities with German, Swiss and Italian cooking.
