Judith Jones
Literary and cookbook editor influential in cuisine
Born
March 10th, 1924
101 years ago
Died
August 2nd, 2017
8 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the culinary world, contributed significantly to the publishing of cookbooks. Joined Knopf in 1957, where developed a keen eye for culinary literature. Played a crucial role in the success of several renowned cookbooks, including 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' by Julia Child, which introduced French cuisine to American households. Edited works by several notable chefs and food writers, shaping the way recipes and cooking techniques were presented to the public. Continued to champion gastronomic literature throughout a lengthy career, helping to elevate cookbooks to the status of literary works.
Edited 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' by Julia Child
Published works of influential chefs like Marcella Hazan
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