Marjorie Taylor and Kendall Smith Franchini are the mother-daughter duo and cofounders of the Cook’s Atelier, a French cooking school, culinary boutique, and wine shop in Beaune, France. This international culinary destination in the heart of French wine country has been featured in many publications, including Travel + Leisure, Fodor’s, Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, and more.
“This book is a treasury of simple recipes, and most especially and enchantingly, it’s an ode to the joys of sharing the food we make with those around us. A delight!” * Dorie Greenspan, New York Times bestselling author * “If you have ever dreamed of living in France, cooking in France, or even just eating in France, then this gorgeous new book, French at Heart, can bring the dream to your very own kitchen.” * Nancy Meyers, filmmaker * “Lucky for us, Marjorie and Kendall have built us all a bridge to Burgundy, offering a breadcrumb trail to a seat both at their table and in their kitchen. A gift indeed! Merci.” * Chris Bianco, James Beard Award–winning chef and owner of Pizzeria Bianco * “We all need to be transported, and this book does just that. Beautifully classic yet inspired recipes that you will want to make for friends and family.” * Renee Erickson, chef and co-owner of Sea Creatures restaurant group and author of Sunlight & Breadcr * “If anyone captures the heartwarming simplicity of French country living and cooking, it’s the endlessly charming mother-daughter duo behind The Cook’s Atelier. French at Heart delivers a wealth of family stories and easy-to-follow recipes for Francophiles and home cooks everywhere.” * Lindsey Tramuta, journalist and author of The New Parisienne *