Visually stunning cookbook. Simple, easy to follow recipes that have a wonderful flavor. Great for new cooks!

This book is absolutely stunning! As a long time fan of Rebekah and her work I anxiously anticipated her second book and it did not disappoint. The recipes are things I would actually make and the photography is absolutely stunning. I highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to eat and drink well!

This book would be great for a home cook that hasnt been exposed to a lot of French cookery. For me, though, there wasnt a lot of 'new' here. The recipes seem solid.. some are so simple. they are hardly recipes at all.. but c'est la vie. I did review a hard copy of this book as well, but ended up returning it, as overall, it wasnt all that inspiring or new.

A beautiful depiction of the south of France. The recipes are simple yet delicious, the photography is beautiful, and the book design is incredibly elegant. I can't wait to cook from this book! Its a great introduction to Le Sud.

I may not have ever been to the South of France in person, but this cookbook just transported me there. Gorgeous, sexy pictures and wonderful recipes — traditional and modern. I love simple french cooking and this is filled with recipes that don’t disappoint and include some of my favorite simple dishes like tian, tapenade, and Salad Nicoise.

This is one of those books you want to be able to go back to. It evokes feelings. It makes you smile a little smile, relax into your seat a little, knowing you are being taken on a journey. The photography is beautiful. The recipes have ingredients that are pretty easy to find in the local supermarket or at your farmers market. The instructions are easy to follow and make sense. You'll definitely want to visit this region after reading through the book. It feels part travel guide and part cookbook and that is a lovely combination.

The stories in this book are what draws you in and then the recipes will keep you coming back. Carottes roses is a wonderful salad that makes the carrots shine. If you love French food then this is the book for you. It will take you to the sea and you won't want to leave. The pictures are great and really bring the shore to life.

Le Sud is a gorgeous book showing the charms of the south of France. It portrays a beautiful lifestyle and setting. I did find some of the recipes a little intimidating but maybe that's just me and my skills level. I loved it as an inspiration book and showing pictures of an area I've traveled in and loved. The recipes were hit and miss for me. I think for the true aficionado of France, this would be great.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a beautiful cookbook that showcases the essence of the South of France. With recipes and drinks that epitomize the region, this has everything you might want to reminisce or transport you to Le Sud.

Flipping through the pages of Le Sud will immediately transport you to the south of France. The photos capture the light that only seems to exist in that part of the world and the styling will appeal to cooks and armchair travelers alike. The recipes are accessible and well explained. I plan to add this to my kitchen library and think it would make an excellent gift as well.

Thank you to Chronicle Books and NetGalley for this ARC.

This was a great cookbook that helps to bring in a taste of summers in France. The photography was beautiful and there were some great recipes. It would make a great gift for those getting married or who have honeymooned in the south of france.

Le Sud is an absolutely beautiful book. The stories are a lovely read and the photography is stunning but I didn't find that the recipes were approachable to me right now. I did try the Poulet à l'Ail (Garlic Chicken) and it was delicious, but I had a difficult time deciding on a second recipe to try. Sometimes the ingredients were not to my taste or out of season (spring for me currently) or just not the types of foods I regularly consume (like the -ades: those types of foods usually don't get finished in my house). This would be more a coffee table book for me, using recipes as the occasional occasion would arise. This is a great book for the right person (or maybe a future me!).

Embarking on my own adventure to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, this summer, I was delighted to stumble upon "Le Sud" by Rebekah Peppler. It has quickly became a cherished companion in my kitchen. With a keen interest in exploring recipes from specific places, I found this cookbook to be a delightful treasure trove of French culinary delights.

What immediately captured my attention was the flawless (and I do mean flawless) photography of "Le Sud." Each image was a masterpiece, beautifully composed with creative lighting and crisp, refreshing colors that effortlessly transported me to the sun-kissed landscapes of the French countryside and riviera. As I flipped through the pages, I couldn't help but feel immersed in the rich tapestry of the region, eager to recreate its flavors in my own kitchen. What a gift to have cookbook images that inspire!

One standout recipe that I tried was an herb salad that left my taste buds tingling with its fresh and delightful flavors. But beyond the recipes I tried, what truly impressed me was the thoughtful layout and graphic design of the cookbook. The clear column layout with ingredients listed on the left made it easy to follow along, while the clever titles for each recipe added a touch of whimsy to the pages.

Moreover, I appreciated the personal stories that accompanied each dish, providing insight into the culinary traditions and cultural significance of the recipes. Rebekah Peppler's expertise shone through in every word, making French cooking feel accessible, chic, and utterly delightful.

If there's one aspect of the cookbook that I found lacking, it would be the absence of numbered recipe steps. While the paragraphs were descriptive and well-written, I occasionally found myself lost in the instructions, wishing for a clearer roadmap to guide me through the cooking process.

Despite this minor drawback, "Le Sud" remains a wonderful addition to any foodie's kitchen. Its versatility and appeal make it suitable for cooks of all skill levels and taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an amateur enthusiast, I believe this hidden gem is sure to inspire and delight with its exquisite flavors and captivating stories.

Thank you Rebekah for giving us something that celebrates the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Provence.

Le Sud is a wonderful treasure of stories, recipes and pictures of travels throughout the South of France. The book is organized in three section followed by subsections: to start, to continue and to finish. A more aesthetically pleasing and organized Table of Contents to the cookbook. The cookbook has beautiful pictures and wonderful French recipes. I felt as through the pictures gave you the ambiance and view for each recipe’s provenance. I felt the book was so pleasing to look thru and not only would it be a great cookbook for your collection, but a great Table book for those who often are reminiscing on the South of France. I loved the pictures of the fresh food and the great locations for the pictures. The recipes are easy to follow and ingredients easy to find.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

LE SUD is Rebekah Peppler's follow-up to A TABLE and it does not disappoint. This is a gorgeous book. It's the next best thing to being on vacation in southeastern France, you feel transported just flipping through the pages. The location and food photography is just exquisite. I made a couple of things from the book this week (garlic chicken and moules in aioli), following the recipes to a T, and both were absolutely delicious. A TABLE has a place in my cookbook collection and certainement so does LE SUD.

I am a big fan of Rebekah Peppler’s À Table and was very excited to see her latest cookbook, Le Sud. The photographs are stunning and immediately transported me to the south of France. This cookbook contains a wonderful variety of recipes that are both elevated and approachable. I found myself adding something new to my “to cook” list with each page. The ingredients list placement on the recipes did feel a bit unnatural at first, but it didn’t take long to adapt. After cooking my way through this book I have a feeling I’ll be ready to book a ticket to France!

The pictures in this book are stunning. I feel like I am summering on the coast of France or Italy. The ingredients list is easily typed out in a clean and concise format. Some of the time metric measurements are included, but most of the time of the time it is in the USA measuring system. The steps on how to make the recipe could be a bit easier to read. On my version, it looks like it is all one paragraph. Perhaps having bullet points or numbers and separating various steps could help. For more step-intensive recipes such as the "Daube Provencal" on page 127 this could be helpful. Shorter recipes I don't think it's necessary.

I could see myself purchasing this as an e-book (I tend to cook that way more) or as a physical book for friends as a wedding gift. I have not cooked anything yet in this, but I see potential in it. I am excited to try the tomato tarte recipe this summer!

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This book is beautiful - the photographs are amazing and I really like the whole style for the book. However, I did not like how they formatted the ingredients at the bottom of the page (it feels like they get lost) and I would have appreciated having more photos of the food instead of aesthetic pool photos. There are quite a few delicious recipes but I feel like this would not be one of my go to cookbooks and would be more of a display/coffee table book.

Thanks to NetGalley, Chronicle Books, and Rebekah Peppler for an advanced copy of the book. All thoughts in this review are my own.

I am currently listening to French Cooking radio, mouth is watering, and feeling very nostalgic for my brief time in Nice seven years ago.

An extremely atmospheric cookbook that personifies the Cote d’Azur lifestyle to a T, the recipes were straight-forward and effortlessly stylish; which seemed to be the personality of its author as well. Le Sud is a book fit to grace the tops of kitchen countertops as well as showcased on the most stylish of coffee tables. I wanted to make absolutely everything in the Snacking chapter so much that I overlooked the fact that there was a recipe for wine over ice (I know, I know, it was intentionally kitschy). The recipes definitely seem simple at a glance, but I also think showcasing the refined elegance of the French Riviera was the intention.

The accompanying photos aired on the more aesthetically minimal side (i.e. something you’d come across in an art gallery) and my only wish was for more close ups of each pertaining dish. However, I loved the wittiness of Rebekah’s commentaries and intros so much that it did the job of making each recipe enticing, even without the typical mouthwatering accompaniments. Reminiscent of Alison Roman and Peter Mayle, Rebekah is a talented storyteller and I would read a travel memoir by her any day.

It is always nice to find an approachable, but elevated cookbook. The recipes are unique, but attainable - all ingredients you can find in a US grocery store, but maybe you wouldn't pair together on your own. It was also visually stunning - every photo should be framed and displayed - true works of art. Upon finishing reading, I was ready to book a trip to the South of France immediately. It transported me. I can't wait to get a physical copy when it comes out.