Julia Child stands at a counter in front of a chopping board and assorted vegetables. She's smiling and holding a wooden spoon. Around the border of the cover are even more vegetables. Text: "Julia Child becomes "the French Chef." Bonus recipe inside! Julia Child, dressed in a pink suit, tastes a spoonful of sole. To her right is an empty plate . Text: "She had never tasted anything so fresh and delicious. Mopping her plate spotlessly clean with the bread, Julia sat back and signed, wondering if she could ever make such a feast." An assortment of delicious foods are spread across a black background. Parfaits and lobster and macarons and stews and steaks - an entire feast. Text: "In Paris, Paul worked at the US embassy while Julia consumed food of every kind. Julia Child strolls through a farmer's market with Chef Bugnard. The stalls overflow with color, full of flowers and fresh vegetables and warm bread. A shopkeeper gestures to Julia from the bottom left, and she smiles back. Text: Chef Bugnard took Julia shopping in Paris's outdoor markets. He pointed out that if she wanted the best, she would have to take the time and care to talk to the butchers and bakers and farmers. Talking to people was one of Julia's favorite things to do, and she was good at it.
Julia Child stands at a counter in front of a chopping board and assorted vegetables. She's smiling and holding a wooden spoon. Around the border of the cover are even more vegetables. Text: "Julia Child becomes "the French Chef." Bonus recipe inside! Julia Child, dressed in a pink suit, tastes a spoonful of sole. To her right is an empty plate . Text: "She had never tasted anything so fresh and delicious. Mopping her plate spotlessly clean with the bread, Julia sat back and signed, wondering if she could ever make such a feast." An assortment of delicious foods are spread across a black background. Parfaits and lobster and macarons and stews and steaks - an entire feast. Text: "In Paris, Paul worked at the US embassy while Julia consumed food of every kind. Julia Child strolls through a farmer's market with Chef Bugnard. The stalls overflow with color, full of flowers and fresh vegetables and warm bread. A shopkeeper gestures to Julia from the bottom left, and she smiles back. Text: Chef Bugnard took Julia shopping in Paris's outdoor markets. He pointed out that if she wanted the best, she would have to take the time and care to talk to the butchers and bakers and farmers. Talking to people was one of Julia's favorite things to do, and she was good at it.

Born Hungry : Julia Child Becomes "The French Chef"

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$18.99

Author: Alex Prud'homme

Illustrator: Sarah Green

How did Julia Child become one of America's most celebrated and beloved chefs?  Her great-nephew reveals her story in this picture book that Jacques Pepin calls a "vivid portrait . . . an enjoyable read."

A kid-friendly recipe for Oeufs Brouilles (Scrambled Eggs) is included!

Julia Child was born hungry, but she was not born a chef. In fact, Julia didn't discover her passion for cooking until she had a life-changing luncheon in France and became determined to share her newfound love of food with everyone. In Paris, Julia devoured recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn't always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to "master the art" of French cooking.

Through perseverance and grit, Julia became a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun, and turning every meal into a special event. Alex Prud'homme's firsthand knowledge paired with Sarah Green's vibrant and energetic illustrations showcases Julia's life and celebrates her enduring legacy.
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