This unique cookbook lets you create the spirit of Provence in your own home, and includes over 100 authentic Provencal recipes, all based on local ingredients and techniques. Guy Gedda, the author, is a chef-teacher of Provencal cooking at the Chateau de Berne cooking school in the Var region of Provence. Since he retired from his restaurant in Bormes-les-Mimosas, he spends his time as an informal ambassador to the region.

Co-author Marie-Pierre Moine has 20 years experience as a food writer. Her works have been featured in various magazines and books. She won the Prix Gourmand Award 2004 for her book, La Cuisine des Brasseries.