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Book The Art of Manufacture: Alain Ducasse

Book The Art of Manufacture: Alain Ducasse

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Discover the know-how that begins with the hand of an artisan, whether roaster, chocolatier, ice cream maker or pastry chef. It is a delicate and beautiful gesture that embodies the philosophy “At the origin, taste”.

Since the opening of Chef Alain Ducasse's first Manufacture in 2013, he has breathed new life into artisanal techniques and exceptional know-how dating back to the 19th century. His mission ? Create the best products in the world. Between raw materials and artisanal creation, the Manufactures du Chef Ducasse adhere to a simple principle: the search for the highest quality and a distinctive taste.

Whether making chocolate, coffee, ice cream or cookies, control and mastery are everywhere. The Manufactures favor quality over quantity, combining artisanal know-how and carefully selected ingredients. Here, machinery and gesture come together to elevate tradition to the rank of contemporary masterpiece.

This volume offers an exclusive look behind the scenes of each Parisian factory: Le Chocolat, Le Café, La Glace and Le Biscuit. Illustrated with exclusive images by Laziz Hamani, it immerses readers in the remarkable process of creating some of today's most coveted delicacies. Enriched with ideas from the heads of each Manufacture, The Art of Manufacture: Alain Ducasse bears witness to the unique beauty and refinement that French craftsmanship represents. Explore it today and savor the essence of culinary excellence.


Details

  • 300 pages
  • 200 illustrations
  • In French and English
  • Released in October 2023
  • L 25.7 x W 33.2 x D 3.8 cm
  • Hardcover ISBN: 9782759408108
  • 2.67 kg

    About the Author

    Curious, eclectic, demanding, dreamer and self-taught, Laziz Hamani is an exceptional photographer. Of Berber origin, he was born and lives in Paris. He is passionate about creating beautiful images, his life defined by a constant search for aesthetics and meaning. He has worked with many prestigious luxury brands, such as Dior, Cartier and Jaeger-LeCoultre, as well as designer Axel Vervoordt, and he has collaborated with Assouline Publishing on more than twenty titles. From the smallest details of fine jewelry to the purity of minimalist design, Hamani aims to bring the viewer into dialogue with the image, to evoke power and beauty through its unique simplicity. He photographed the images of Uzbekistan: The Road to Samarkand and Uzbekistan: Living Treasures.

    SKU:L’art de la Manufacture Alain Ducasse Version Anglaise

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