Hardie Grant Books
“A surprising gift of a book. Is it about food, and the true ways of making one of the great dishes of the south of France? Is it about the secrets of family? Or love and appetite? Or everything? A great read. You will never think of a cassoulet in the same way.”
–Bill Buford, bestselling author of Heat and Dirt.
The Art of Crafting a Cassoulet on Fox 9 Good Day
Cassoulet Confessions
“Deliciously weaving her story and memories into one of the most classic and unforgettable dishes in French cuisine–the cassoulet, Sylvie's book feeds the mind, spirit, and stomach.”
–Dominique Ansel, chef/owner, Dominique Ansel Bakery
"Like its eponymous dish, Cassoulet Confessions is a delicious slow-simmered concoction. Sylvie Bigar blends personal memoir with culinary research, history, and lore and the result is a heartfelt ode to terroir, family, and all the places we call home."
–Ann Mah, bestselling author of The Lost Vintage and Mastering the Art of French Eating
“Sylvie is an eloquent writer who fervently weaves her culinary adventures with tasty moments of her life.”
–Daniel Boulud, chef & restaurateur
“Sylvie Bigar tripped my trigger. As a lover of food, travel, family relationships and unique memoir I loved the journey Sylvie takes us on. Throw a log on the fire and get out your favorite cassoulet recipe!”
–Andrew Zimmern, chef & author