Author Marie-Laure Fréchet, Photographs by Valérie Lhomme, Contributions by Bérengère Abraham

An introduction to the French art of baking bread—including ingredient selection, starter cultivation, and bread-making techniques—with more than 100 recipes

The quintessential staple of French cuisine is the humble baguette, but the country’s bread-baking tradition—along with variations assimilated from other world cultures—offers a vast repertoire. With an introduction to the history of French bread, guidelines to help the home baker select the right ingredients—grain and flour varieties, water, salt, and starter—this book details the step-by-step techniques and fundamentals of bread making: from feeding the starter, kneading and preparing the dough, and baking, to more than 100 recipes.

Eighteen expert bakers and pastry chefs share the sweet and savory recipes that have forged the French bakery’s enviable reputation—from round pain de campagne or olive and oregano bread to regional breads like fougasse or the Basque talos. A new generation of chefs have developed original creations such as black baguette with sesame, matcha tea–rolled bread, buckwheat-and-seaweed galettes, and honey, fig, and hazelnut rye. A chapter on traditional breads from all around the world, such as pita, focaccia, bagels, Georgian khachapuri, and Norwegian polar bread are reinterpreted in the French style. Recipes include pains surprise, croque monsieur, onion soup with cheese croutons, and desserts such as pain perdu and kouign-amann. For each recipe, pictograms indicate the level of difficulty, time required, type of starter, and whether a recipe is gluten-free.
About The Author

Marie-Laure Fréchet regularly contributes to culinary magazines, founded a culinary festival, and is an avid home baker. Valérie Lhomme is a food photographer who regularly works for magazines including Madame Figaro, Vogue, Travel in France, Saveurs, and Marie Claire Idées. .

Publish Date: November 30, 2021
Format: Hardcover
Category: Cooking - Courses & Dishes - Bread
Publisher: Flammarion
Trim Size: 9-1/2 x 10-3/4
Pages: 448
ISBN: 978-2-08-151707-3

100% LIN 70% POLYESTER 30% ACRYLIQUE

Description
Without doubt the lightest and most summery of the Vanessa Bruno Cabas tote bags. Inspired by her 1998 bestseller, the designer has come up with a version in certified BelgianLinenTM. This generously-sized bag features a zip fastening and two handles so it can be carried over the shoulder. To carry your laptop, your nappy changing kit, or simply anything you can't live without.

Linen and sequin L Cabas tote bag.
Zip fastening
Two large handles.
Carried by hand or on the shoulder.
Inside zip pocket.
Inside label made of leather, with “Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno Made in France”.

Characteristics
Composition : Main material:100% Linen Secondary material:70% Polyester 30% Acrylic
Origin : France
Dimensions : 34 cm x 49 cm x 18 cm / Height of handles : 22 cm

Dimensions : 29 cm x 43 cm x 16 cm / Height of handles: 21 cm

100% COWHIDE LEATHER 70% POLYESTER 30% ACRYLIC

Made in France in our workshops located near Paris, the canvas Cabas Tote has been a Vanessa Bruno icon since its launch in 1998.

Hand carry bag.

Made in France in our workshops located near Paris, the canvas Cabas Tote has been a Vanessa Bruno icon since its launch in 1998. Made of a heavy-duty cotton canvas, this mid-size version is embellished with sequins for a feminine and playful look. Presented here in an M size, this tote is for all those who like to carry a little more than the essentials (a large book, a makeup bag) while remaining stylish.

Too small to hold a laptop or a large notebook, this tote bag cannot be used as a school bag. For this use, choose the L standard size.

Canvas and sequins Medium Cabas Tote.
Handle for carrying by hand.
Inside zip pocket.
Label made of natural plant leather, hot stamped with “Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno made in France”.

Composition : 100% cotton.

Dimensions : 29 cm x 42 cm x 15 cm / Height of handles: 14 cm.
Zip : no

Care Instructions : Do not machine wash. if stained, wash in clean water with marseille soap and leave to dry in the open air. it is also recommended that a dry soft brush be used for dusting it.

Made in France in our workshops located near Paris, the canvas tote bag has been a Vanessa Bruno icon since its launch in 1998.

Hand carry bag.
Made in France in our workshops located near Paris, the canvas tote bag has been a Vanessa Bruno icon since its launch in 1998. Made in a heavy-duty cotton canvas, this mid-size version is embellished with sequins for a feminine and playful look. Presented here in an M size, this tote is for all those who like to carry more than just the essentials (a large book, a makeup bag) while remaining stylish.

Cotton canvas and sequins M Cabas tote.
Two handles.
Carried by hand.
Inside zip pocket.
Inside label made of leather, with “Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno Made in France”.

Composition : Main material: 100% cotton. Secondary material: 100% polyester. Main lining: 60% cotton, 40% polyester.

Dimensions : 29 cm x 42 cm x 15 cm.

Made in France in our workshops located near Paris, the canvas Cabas Tote has been a Vanessa Bruno icon since its launch in 1998. Made of a heavy-duty cotton canvas, this mid-size version is embellished with sequins for a feminine and playful look. Presented here in an M size, this tote is for all those who like to carry a little more than the essentials (a large book, a makeup bag) while remaining stylish.

Too small to hold a laptop or a large notebook, this tote bag cannot be used as a school bag. For this use, choose the L standard size.

Canvas and sequins Medium Cabas Tote.
Handle for carrying by hand.
Inside zip pocket.
Label made of natural plant leather, hot stamped with “Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno made in France”.

Composition : 100% cotton.

Dimensions : 29 cm x 42 cm x 15 cm / Height of handles: 14 cm.

Care Instructions : Do not machine wash. if stained, wash in clean water with marseille soap and leave to dry in the open air. it is also recommended that a dry soft brush be used for dusting it.

Cotton canvas pencil case highly durable and topped off with sewn sequin stripes.
Declined in black.
Inside label of natural vegetal leather hot stamped with "Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno made in France".
The lining is 100% cotton poplin.
Leather tab and finishes.
The size has been specially designed so that pens and all school supplies can be put into it.

The belt becomes like a jewel with this new mesmerising snake clasp. Beautifully crafted, it features a unique antique gold patina effect.

35mm wide smooth leather belt
Gold snake buckle closure
Composition : Main material: 100% cowhide.
Origin : Italy

The belt becomes like a jewel with this new mesmerising snake clasp. Beautifully crafted, it features a unique antique gold patina effect.

35mm wide smooth leather belt
Gold snake buckle closure
Composition : Main material: 100% cowhide.
Origin : Italy

When a wardrobe essential features elegance, it is irresistible. Connoisseurs will recognise on this belt the iconic Iris buckle so dear to Vanessa, with its '70s inspiration.

35mm wide smooth leather belt
The Iris bag iconic gold buckle fastening

Composition : Main material: 100% cowhide leather.

Dimensions : Width: 3,5 cm. Lenght from the buckle to the 5th hole: 76,5 cm (Size S), 81,5 cm (Size M), 86,5 cm (Size L).

Care Instructions : Do not mashine wash. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not bleach.

When a wardrobe essential features elegance, it is irresistible. Connoisseurs will recognise on this belt the iconic Iris buckle so dear to Vanessa, with its '70s inspiration.

35mm wide smooth leather belt
The Iris bag iconic gold buckle fastening

Composition : Main material: 100% cowhide leather.

Dimensions : Width: 3,5 cm. Lenght from the buckle to the 5th hole: 76,5 cm (Size S), 81,5 cm (Size M), 86,5 cm (Size L).

Care Instructions : Do not mashine wash. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not bleach.

The Moon bag, emblematic of the Vanessa Bruno brand, is one of those icons that needs no introduction. Chic and versatile, this delicate version features quilted crinkled leather and once again features its iconic round clasp. Enhanced with a chain and leather shoulder strap, this cool and elegant handbag will accompany all your movements.

Moon flap bag in crinkled quilted leather.
Adjustable gold chain shoulder strap.
Compartment with inside patch pocket.
Patch pocket on the outside.
Gold-coloured sliding clasp
Cotton lining

Composition : Main material: 100% cowhide leather. Main lining: 100% cotton.

Dimensions : 17 cm x 25 cm x 8 cm. Height of shoulder strap: 54 cm (28 cm shoulder-worn).

The Moon bag, emblematic of the Vanessa Bruno brand, is one of those icons that needs no introduction. Chic and versatile, this delicate version features quilted crinkled leather and once again features its iconic round clasp. Enhanced with a chain and leather shoulder strap, this cool and elegant handbag will accompany all your movements.

Moon flap bag in crinkled quilted leather.
Adjustable gold chain shoulder strap.
Compartment with inside patch pocket.
Patch pocket on the outside.
Gold-coloured sliding clasp
Cotton lining

Composition : Main material: 100% cowhide leather. Main lining: 100% cotton.

Dimensions : 17 cm x 25 cm x 8 cm. Height of shoulder strap: 54 cm (28 cm shoulder-worn).

Without doubt the lightest and most summery of the Vanessa Bruno Cabas tote bags.

Zipped shoulder bag.
Without doubt the lightest and most summery of the Vanessa Bruno Cabas tote bags. Taking the design of her best-seller launched in 1998, the designer has created a version in Belgian linen, which benefits from the BelgianLinenTM certification. With a generous volume, this version is enhanced by a zip fastening and two handles for carrying on the shoulder. To carry your laptop, your nappy changing kit, or simply anything you can't be without.

Large size linen and sequins Cabas tote.
Can be fastened with a zip.
Two large handles for carrying by hand or on the shoulder.
Inside zip pocket.
There is a label made of natural plant leather with hot stamped lettering "Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno made in France".

Composition : 100% linen.

Dimensions :34 cm x 49 cm x 18 cm / Height of handles: 22 cm
Zip : Yes

Care Instructions : Do not machine wash. if stained, wash in clean water with marseille soap and leave to dry in the open air. it is also recommended that a dry soft brush be used for dusting it.

Summer version of the iconic Vanessa Bruno cabas tote, this effortless, versatile and lightweight linen bag is the ideal companion.

Hand carry bag.

Summer version of the iconic Vanessa Bruno cabas tote, this effortless, versatile and lightweight linen bag is the ideal companion. Made in France in our factory near Paris, it is made of eco-responsible Belgian linen whose 100% natural fibres are renowned worldwide for their resistance. It's perfect for the woman on the go who carries a litlle bit more than just the essentials.

Linen and glitter shopping bag size M.
Small handles for hand carrying.
An inside zipped pocket with a label in natural vegetable tanned leather with a hot stamping "Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno made in France".

Very light.
Soft and supple.

Composition : 100% linen.

Dimensions :29 cm x 42 cm x 15 cm / Height of handles: 14 cm

Care Instructions : Do not machine wash. if stained, wash in clean water with marseille soap and leave to dry in the open air. it is also recommended that a dry soft brush be used for dusting it.

This linen design is the most summery version of the iconic Vanessa Bruno Cabas Tote launched in 1998.

Hand carry bag.
The most summery version of the iconic Vanessa Bruno Cabas Tote launched in 1998, this linen design, both versatile and light, is the ideal companion. Made in France in our workshops located near Paris, this eco-friendly tote bag is made of Belgian linen with BelgianLinenTM certification, which guarantees the European origin of the seeds and local weaving. Presented here in its M version, this glittery bag allows you to carry a little more than just the essentials, such as a book and a makeup bag.

Too small to hold a laptop or a large notebook, this tote bag cannot be used as a school bag. For this use, choose the L standard size.

Linen and sequins Medium Cabas Tote.

Handle for carrying by hand.
Inside zip pocket.
Label made of natural plant leather, hot stamped with “Le Cabas Vanessa Bruno made in France”.

Composition : 100% linen.

Dimensions :29 cm x 42 cm x 15 cm / Height of handles: 14 cm

Care Instructions : Do not machine wash. if stained, wash in clean water with marseille soap and leave to dry in the open air. it is also recommended that a dry soft brush be used for dusting it.