Episode #11: How to Pluck a Peacock: Delmonico’s Charles Ranhofer and The Epicurean
Delmonico’s restaurant became famous for bringing elegant, luxurious dining to and sophisticated French dishes to American tables.
The culinary genius behind these dramatic dishes was Delmonico’s celebrity chef, Frenchman Charles Ranhofer who guided their kitchens from 1862-1896. He left us with his extraordinary cookbook published at the height of the Gilded Age in the 1890’s, detailing the ingredients and preparations of Delmonico’s classic dishes.
Join me and my guest, creative director and food stylist, Victoria Granof to take a look at this extraordinary chef and some of the most outrageous dishes from Delmonico’s tables – including a peacock.
Carl is joined by special guest:
— Victoria Granof, a food stylist and creative director.
LISTEN NOW: How to Pluck a Peacock: Delmonico’s Charles Ranhofer and The Epicurean
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