Save Me the Plums: A Gourmet Memoir

In her memoir, Save Me the Plums, the chef Ruth Reichl takes readers on a vivid and evocative journey through the world of food, from her childhood in rural France to her life as a professional chef in New York City. This is a story of food, love, loss, and the enduring power of memory.

Save Me the Plums: My Gourmet Memoir

by Ruth Reichl

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3019 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	287 pages

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Reichl was born in New York City, but she spent her early childhood in France, where she developed a lifelong love of food. Her parents were both avid cooks, and they often took her to the local market to buy fresh ingredients. Reichl's mother was also a talented baker, and she would often make elaborate cakes and pastries for the family.

When Reichl was 10 years old, her family moved back to the United States, and she had to adjust to a very different food culture. She missed the fresh, seasonal ingredients that she had grown accustomed to in France, and she found the American food to be bland and uninspired.

Despite her initial disappointment, Reichl eventually came to appreciate the American food culture. She discovered the joy of cooking and experimenting with new flavors. She also began to write about food, and she soon became one of the most respected food critics in the United States.

In her memoir, Reichl writes about her experiences as a chef, a food critic, and a mother. She shares her thoughts on food, cooking, and the importance of family and friends. She also writes about her own personal struggles, including her battle with cancer.

Save Me the Plums is a beautifully written and deeply personal memoir. It is a story that will resonate with anyone who has ever loved food or who has ever struggled with loss.

Reviews

"A memoir that is as rich and satisfying as a perfectly cooked meal." - The New York Times

"A moving and unforgettable story about food, love, loss, and the power of memory." - The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone who loves food or who has ever been touched by loss." - The Boston Globe

Save Me the Plums: My Gourmet Memoir

by Ruth Reichl

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3019 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	287 pages

FREE