A Life in Food

Hosted by Evan Kleiman Oct. 15, 2011 Food & Drink

Jacques Pépin is a revered cookbook author and celebrity TV chef. His latest book, Essential Pépin, showcases more than 700 recipes. His PBS cooking show of the same name launches this month.

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Credits

Host:

Evan Kleiman

Producers:

Gillian Ferguson, Laryl Garcia, Candace Moyer, Harriet Ells

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A Life in Food

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