About this Book

Picasso's love of food profoundly affected his life and art. He sampled regional fare in the cafes and bars, as well as in his own kitchen. He created plates with fish on them; he drew with wine on cafe table paper; he captured portraits of himself and the people around him in cafe settings; and he and his friends designed special menus for their favorite places. This book tells the fascinating stories behind the artist's favorite meals. 50+ recipes present the foods that inspired Picasso, while 140 photos and drawings present his art, and evoke the spirit of his gatherings and friendships with artistic and intellectual luminaries of the 20th century, including Gertrude Stein, Georges Braque, and Guillaume Apollinaire.