Jacques Pépin’s Table: The Complete “Today’s Gourmet”

Jacques Pépin’s Table: The Complete “Today’s Gourmet” by Jacques Pépin is an expansive collection of more than 300 recipes drawn from all three seasons of his acclaimed PBS series Today’s Gourmet. Published in 1995, the book showcases Pépin’s signature ability to translate classical French technique into cooking that is approachable, economical, and practical for the everyday home kitchen.

The collection balances elegant cooking with a lighter, more contemporary approach, emphasizing fresh and seasonal ingredients, leaner preparations, and flavorful dishes suited to both weeknight meals and entertaining. Recipes include Salmon in Savory Broth, Corn Polenta with Mushroom Ragout, Homemade Farmer Bread, and White Peach and Walnut Tart, alongside complete menu ideas and wine-pairing suggestions.

True to Pépin’s reputation as a master culinary teacher, the book also includes more than 100 practical tips and techniques, covering skills from preparing vegetables to butterflying chicken breasts. Food photography is complemented by Pépin’s own distinctive drawings and illustrations, giving the volume an especially personal character. Jacques Pépin’s Table is particularly valuable for Jacques Pépin collectors, French food enthusiasts, technique-driven home cooks, and anyone looking for an extensive collection of sophisticated yet accessible recipes.