Book description
A rising-star food writer takes us on a gastronomic adventure around Paris and its melting pot of cuisinesWINNER OF THE JANE GRIGSON TRUST AWARD'A joy and an education for anyone who loves Paris' Diana Henry, author of From the Oven to the Table'A delicious journey through Paris' Sami Tamimi, author of FalastinParis has a justifiable claim to be the centre of European gastronomy - but beyond its trademark terrasses and zinc-topped tables, what can its cuisine tell us about the city? Chris Newens, an award-winning food writer and long-time resident of the historic slaughterhouse quartier Villette, takes us on a delightful gastronomic journey around Paris' twenty spiralling arrondissements, seeking out, sampling and attempting to recreate a dish that represents each as it is today.Hemingway wrote that 'wherever you go for the rest of your life it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast'. From Congolese cat fish in the 18th to Middle Eastern falafels in the 4th, to the charcuterie served at the libertine nightclubs of Pigalle in the 9th, Newens lifts the lid on the city's ever-changing, defining and irresistible food culture.'A gorgeous romp through the city's culinary past and present that made me hungry for Paris' Olivia Potts, author of A Half-Baked Idea'This joyful, delicious book is a feast for all the senses' Ned Palmer, author of A Cheesemonger's Tour de France
Phoenix Tetra
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Dahlia
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Knock Out Star
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ByteBard
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Sun Lemon
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Troubadour
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Liquid Death
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TeederSmartie
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The China Wall
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Stick Shift
I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds convenience to my audiobook routine.
ThickSKN
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. With ListenBook, I've found a way to make the most of my free time while indulging in my love for audiobooks. I can't believe how much more I'm 'reading' now, all thanks to this app.
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JK Friend
I've become a more empathetic listener thanks to the emotional depth of audiobooks. Looping playback has taken my language learning to new heights. Highly recommended! I was thoroughly impressed by this audiobook. The combination of engaging content and skilled narration made my daily commute something to look forward to. The narrator's timing and intonation were spot-on, enhancing rather than distracting from the material. Definitely worth a credit!
RiddleRover
This app has made waiting in lines and queues an opportunity for exploration and enjoyment. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Forger
ListenBook's multiple ways to download audio, including from the internet, are a game-changer. 🚗📖 Road trips have never been this entertaining – this app keeps me engaged on the highway! 🚙🎉 ListenBook has become an essential part of my day, enhancing my commute and allowing me to enjoy audiobooks like never before. Love the silky-smooth playback and easy-to-use interface. ListenBook is the best!
Mud Pie Man
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. 🎶📚 Setting the mood with stories instead of songs – this app is my go-to playlist! 🎧🌟 I can't get enough of ListenBook's silky-smooth playback and intuitive design. It's my go-to app for both leisurely listening and study sessions. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. CarPlay compatibility takes my driving experience to a whole new level. Audiobooks on the road have never been better.
Troubled Pie
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. I'm addicted to this app's ability to seamlessly blend books into my life. 🚶♀️📖 Discovering new worlds on my daily walks – this app is my travel companion! 🌍🎧 This was a competent audiobook production with no major flaws. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough and the audio quality was acceptable, though not exceptional. While the performance didn't particularly stand out, it served its purpose adequately for my daily commute.
Bones
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting – pure magic! I've rediscovered my love for reading, all thanks to this app's convenience. This app is a gift for book lovers who struggle to find reading time. The app is so well-designed. It’s clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
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