The Perfectionist: Life and Death in Haute Cuisine

by Rudolph Chelminski

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On the evening of February 24 2003, an astounding story broke into French radio and TV news bulletins, then raced around the world: Bernard Loiseau, France's most famous chef, had committed suicide. More than a surprise, it was simply unbelievable, because he was a man who had everything: a super luxurious hotel and restaurant holding three stars, the highest rating of the Michelin guide; media star status at home and an enviable reputation worldwide for the daring cuisine des essences he had invented; a great staff, entirely devoted to his cause; an attractive loyal wife and three beautiful young children. He was on top of the world, and yet he chose to end it all or was it was because he was on top of the world? Enigma.
  • ISBN10 078656301X
  • ISBN13 9780786563012
  • Publish Date December 2005 (first published 27 January 2005)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Gotham Books
  • Format eBook
  • Language English