Book description
A sumptuous French cookbook that immerses readers in the delectable countryside cuisine of the Périgord region -- from Roasted Tomato Tapenade and Tarragon Chicken to A Most Indulgent Chocolate Cake -- by the author of the beloved Bruno series, Martin Walker, and his wife, Julia Watson. Bruno courrèges, the protagonist of martin walker's internationally acclaimed mystery series, is not only the local police chief of the idyllic French village of St. Denis--Bruno also happens to be an impassioned amateur chef. In this delightful cookbook, the culinary and cultural inspiration behind Bruno's fictional world comes to life. Featuring favorite meals from the best-selling series, local recipes, charming anecdotes, and a history of the novels' French setting, Bruno's Cookbook invites readers into the bucolic life of Walker and his wife, Julia Watson, and showcases their passion for the Périgord region's rich cuisine. Brimming with truffles and pâté, Bruno's Cookbook features more than 90 recipes, including: Red Onion Tarte Tatin (Tarte Tatin aux oignons rouges) Gratin of Mussels with Parsley and Garlic (Gratin de moules) Duck Breast Fillets with Honey and Mustard (Aiguillettes de canard au miel et à la moutarde) Confit Potato Fries, Sarlat- Style (Pommes de terre à la sarladaises) Walnut Meringue Cake (Gâteau meringué aux noix) Homemade Blackcurrant Liqueur (Crème de cassis) Also included is a new Bruno short story, "The Question of Chabrol." A feast for the senses, Bruno's Cookbook is a gorgeously illustrated edition that transports readers to France's heartland.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience