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The French Chef

  • 1963 – 1972
  • Ended
  • Reality
  • ~30m / ep
  • 10 seasons
  • 7.2/10

One of the first cooking shows on American television, created and hosted by Julia Child on public television to introduce the French way of cooking. It emphasized fresh ingredients, many of which were unfamiliar to Americans. Based on the books she co-authored, entitled Mastering the Art of French Cooking.

Latest: Season 10 · 1972

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After a funding scare, Polaroid funded a full 1972-1973 season. The theme was: The French Chef Faces Life. Julia shows viewers how to cope with situations that reflect the demands of society, family and lifestyle such as Sudden Company or a three course sit down dinner and getting kids involved in cooking.

  1. E1. For Working Guys and Gals

    Oct 1, 1972 · 28m

  2. E2. Small Kitchen, Big Ideas

    Oct 8, 1972 · 28m

  3. E3. Coffee and Brioche

    Oct 15, 1972 · 28m

  4. E4. Brunch for a Bunch

    Oct 22, 1972 · 28m

  5. E5. VIP Cake

    Oct 29, 1972 · 28m

  6. E6. To Ragoût a Goose

    Nov 5, 1972 · 28m

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