A Taste Of Provence

Food & Drink

A Taste of Provence by Leslie Forbes is a 1987 hardcover cookbook that pairs 160 pages of sun-soaked Provençal recipes with the author’s own delicate illustrations. Wrapped in its original dust jacket, this copy invites cooks to recreate the region’s herb-scented stews, olive breads and fruit tarts while savoring Forbes’ visual tour of southern France’s markets and kitchens.

Every spread balances clear instructions with watercolor sketches of ingredients, cookware and rural tableaux, making the book as pleasant to browse as it is practical to use. The compact size slips easily onto a kitchen shelf yet opens flat for effortless cooking, ideal for anyone drawn to Mediterranean flavors and rustic French cuisine.

This well-loved edition remains in very good condition: pages are crisp, unmarked and free of dog ears, the binding is tight, and no smoke or cooking odors linger. A gently preserved copy ready to inspire weeknight meals and long weekend feasts alike.