Dalí. Les dîners de Gala

"Les diners de Gala is exclusively dedicated to celebrating the delights of taste. If you're someone who counts calories and turns eating into a chore, this book might not be for you; its lively, bold, and daring nature could be overwhelming." — Salvador Dalí.Food and surrealism form a harmonious pair: think of the fusion of sex and lobsters, collage and cannibalism, or the unexpected encounter of a swan with a toothbrush atop a pastry. Salvador Dalí (1904–1989) and his wife Gala (1894–1982), who was also his muse, were renowned for their lavish dinner parties. Thankfully, Dalí captured the essence of these legendary soirees in his 1973 cookbook, Les diners de Gala. This book unveils the sensual, imaginative, and exotic elements that defined their infamous gatherings.This reprint includes all 136 recipes spread across 12 chapters, each vividly illustrated by Dalí himself and categorized by different meal courses, even touching upon aphrodisiacs. It also features Dalí's exuberant reflections on topics like dinner conversation, with insights such as, "The jaw is our best tool to grasp philosophical knowledge."While these opulent recipes can be prepared at home, they may demand a certain level of culinary skill and an extensively stocked pantry. The cookbook offers a journey into traditional cuisine, featuring dishes from esteemed French chefs associated with prestigious Parisian restaurants such as Lasserre, La Tour d'Argent, Maxim’s, and Le Train Bleu.No matter how sumptuous, fine taste is timeless. By making this exceptionally rare book accessible to a broader audience, TASCHEN presents an art piece that serves as a practical cookbook and a multisensory experience for today's home kitchens.