Thank you Netgalley, William Morrow, and Jacques Pépin for sending me this advanced review copy for free. I am leaving this review voluntarily.

The artwork in this cookbook is STUNNING! I loved all of the different colors and mediums that were featured. Jacques is an incredibly talented artist in addition to a legendary cook.

The recipes were also beautifully written. An adventurous beginner could easily follow these recipes and make a delicious meal. I also like that there were substitutions mentioned in some of the recipes for harder to find ingredients.

Unfortunately there were no photos of the food. We eat with our eyes, and I have no idea what some of the dishes were supposed to look like. There was plenty of room on most of the recipe pages to have included a small photo. If there had been recipe photos, this would have been a 5 star book for me.

Overall this was a great cookbook, and I can see if being a wonderful gift for any cook.

Jacque Pepin's latest cookbook, "The Art of Jacques Pepin", includes his trademark recipes for simple and elegant dishes from the French tradition. Sophisticated, but never stuffy, Pepin makes cooking accessible for cooks with lists of ingredients that can be found in most kitchens and clear instructions, including potential substitutions. In addition, Pepin shares his artwork, ranging from pencil drawings to oil paintings. They are a perfect complement to his recipes.

I was so thrilled to receive a copy of this book that I sat down and read it right through without stopping - which made for an extremely pleasant afternoon. Most people know Jacques Pépin as a master chef, but fewer know that his other passion is art. This book contains a variety of recipes interspersed with a variety of paintings, sculptures and mosaics. The artwork doesn't illustrate the recipes, but provides an additional taste treat for the reader. Pépin quotes Marcel Proust in his introduction as understanding that the mind needs to use all of the senses - taste, smell, sight, touch and hearing. The joyful combination of all of these in this book makes the mind happy.

Pépin's painting has deep roots in the artistic traditions of 20th Century France. They evoke Cezanne, Van Gogh and even Picasso, with a loose, free and playful technique. He also includes several ink drawings of vegetables, paintings and sculptures of nudes, and even some more traditional paintings on plates and other surfaces that strongly say French Country Cooking to me. His love of fine cooking and fine art comes through on every page.

Many many thanks to Harvest (Random House) and NetGalley for the opportunity to review this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

I received a free copy of, The Art of Jacques Pepin, by Jacques Pepin, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Jacques Pepin has been blessed with many talents, from cooking to art, they are share din this great cookbook. I have enjoyed watching Jacques Pepin cook on tv, this was a nice companion to his shows.

Most foodies think of Jacques Pépin as a celebrated classic chef, and that he is. But many of us don’t realize that he is multi-talented, and is also an artist. The Art of Jacques Pépin: A Life in Recipes and Paintings (Timeless Recipes and Signature Artworks of the Celebrated Chef), is both a cookbook that not only includes delicious recipes, but also beautiful artwork that makes for a nice coffee table book that is fun to read.

Jacques Pépin's artwork is colorful and positive, and makes the book a good read. There are dozens of very appealing recipes that almost everyone will want to make. Most are simple, which is the style of Jacques Pépin. The recipes are written in the traditional manner with the ingredients listed first, followed by step-by-step instructions which are very easy to follow. In addition, the author has added his comments at the beginning of each recipe which makes them meaningful.

The only thing missing from this cookbook is photographs of the finished dishes, which would have been nice. Obviously the focus here is the artwork, but it would have been nice to see the dishes as well. All told, this cookbook is excellent, and makes a good addition to a diverse cookbook shelf.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

This book is perfect for a Jacque Pepin fan. It features his favorite recipes and his works of art which is a pretty cool combination to pair in this book which both are works of art. The illustrations of food, are beautifully done and the recipes give clear instructions which make them very user friendly for all types of cooks. Overall, I love how elegant this book is and I definitely want to own it. Thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for an advanced copy of it.

The Art of Jacques Pepin: The Cookbook, is a gorgeous book. It is so creative combing art and food. The art in this book is exquisite and the recipes both delicious and stunning. I have long been a fan of Jacques Pepin and his recipes, but it was so fascinating to learn about his favorite art as well. It was so helpful to have a list of all of the art in the book. I found new appreciation for the works in this book. Pepin also did not disappoint with the recipes. Most recipes were unique but used widely available ingredients. Pepin is such an all-around talented artist, and this book proves that. This book is a real delight, and I would definitely recommend it.

You can never go wrong with Jacques Pepin! This book has many recipes that are simple to prepare and Jacques is very good at explaining a recipe. he also offers tips.
The art work is stunning. I will buy the book for the art alone.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me this ARC.

Beautiful artwork and adequate recipes—just nothing riveting, IMO. I was taken aback that there were no food pictures of the recipes, but I did like the artwork. It would make a good coffee table book, and not one for a beginner.

The Art of Jacques Pépin
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Receiving an early copy of The Art of Jacques Pépin felt like unwrapping a gift from a beloved mentor. In this stunning volume, Pépin brings together his two great loves—cooking and painting—into a single, deeply personal celebration of artistry and joy.

Each page radiates warmth. His artwork—whimsical, colorful, and often food-inspired—feels like a window into his soul. There are bright roosters in watercolor, playful sketches of produce, and delicate portraits of food and family. It's a delight to flip through, even before reading a single word.

But this book isn't just beautiful—it's delicious too. Pépin includes some of his favorite recipes throughout, from simple pleasures like his signature Garlic Croutons with Anchovy Butter to more elegant fare like Scallops in White Wine Sauce. Each dish feels accessible, comforting, and full of the same heart that shines through his paintings.

What elevates The Art of Jacques Pépin is how clearly it reflects the man himself—his humility, humor, and endless curiosity. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of his cooking or discovering his artwork for the first time, this book feels like being invited into his kitchen and studio at once.

A treasure for fans of food, art, and the simple joy of living well.

This was a wonderful book that showed Jacques wide breath of painting skills well beyond the chickens that he has become famous for. I especially loved how he painted fish. I tried a few of the recipes and they were all very simple and flavorful, and not hard to make at all. This would be a great book for people who appreciate artist but also want easy meals for dinner time.

Jacques Pépin is a familiar name and face to just about everyone who has watched cooking shows on public television in the last three decades. I still remember the series he did with Julia Child with great fondness. But this great chef is more than that, beyond his great accolades in the kitchen, beyond being personal chef to Charles de Gaulle, and even beyond authoring the definitive book, in my opinion, on Techniques in cooking, he is passionate about art and is a talented artist. In this book, we get to see him combine two of his loves, food and art.
This book is not replacing the author's Complete Techniques in its permanent position on my kitchen counter but is more suited as a compliment to his Art of the Chicken which is a frequent favorite on my coffee table. This too is a book full of charming illustrations, though of more diverse group of subjects. Something that might surprise readers who are looking at this primarily as a cookbook and are not familiar with Art of the Chicken is that there are no photos accompanying the recipes. I did not have an issue with this as the recipes are quite straightforward and well described and the chef's artwork brings enough visual interest in the book, but wanted to raise this as I know some cooks absolutely require photos accompany recipes.
The book is divided into the following sections: Soups & Salads; Eggs, Pasta & Vegetables; Fish & Shellfish; Poultry & Meat; and Desserts. Rather than the usual introduction of pantry or equipment that is ubiquitous in cookbooks, the intro is a short personal narrative from the author, tying together his life in cooking and arts. The recipe formats contain the familiar blurb, ingredients, and easy-to-follow instructions. The accompanying artwork ranges from still life to landscape, in styles from impressionist to cubist. I can't wait to plan a menu from this book for a gathering and share the lovely pictures with my guests.
I received access to this ebook thru NetGalley (for which I want to thank NetGalley and the publisher, William Morrow - Harvest) for an honest review. The opinion expressed here is my own.

The Art of Jacques Pépin is a charming tribute to the legendary chef’s 90th birthday, blending his culinary brilliance with his lifelong passion for painting. This gorgeous cookbook features 99 of Pépin’s favorite recipes, thoughtfully paired with his vibrant artworks from six decades. From cozy Bread and Onion Soup to indulgent Chocolate Soufflé, each dish captures Pépin’s signature style—classic, flavorful, and totally doable for home cooks. Recipes like Baked Salmon with Pesto Butter and Pork Roast with Ratatouille nod to his French roots while fitting perfectly in modern kitchens.

The book’s layout is super user-friendly, with chapters covering every course, including desserts, so you can easily plan a full meal. The real star, though, is Pépin’s art. His bright, lively paintings, carefully chosen to complement the recipes, add a personal, joyful touch that shows off his creative side beyond the kitchen. The visuals are stunning, but here’s a heads-up: there are no food photos. If you love seeing the finished dish, you might be a bit let down. This is more of an art book with recipes than a traditional cookbook, which I personally loved, but it might not click for everyone.

As a lifelong Pépin fan who’s cooked every recipe from his pandemic-era videos and owns all his cookbooks, I think this collection is a gem. The recipes are pure Pépin—simple, elegant, and paired with clear instructions that make you feel like a pro. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, this book pulls you into Pépin’s world, inspiring you to create with the same passion he radiates. As he loves to say, “Happy cooking!”—and this book makes that vibe come alive.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the magnificent Jacques Pépin for allowing me to view an advanced digital copy of this excellent book

An interesting cookbook in that there are no photos of the food, but it is illustrated with actual paintings and sketches that Jacques Pepin has made over the years. They do not really correspond to the recipes, but they are lovely in and of themselves (many are food-themed such as watercolors of fish) and look very mid-century French country to me. As for the recipes, they are all modern takes on classical French cuisine, and they would be a great addition to any cook's repertoire. Categories include soups, salads, fish (lots of fish!!), poultry + veal, a few desserts. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC.

A beautiful blend of the well-known chef's artwork, essays and recipes. A joy for cooks of all backgrounds with treats for the eye and the palate.