EP.7 - From Food to Fiction: Ruth Reichl on The Paris Novel

In this episode of 'Elena Meets the Author,' host Elena Bowes interviews renowned food writer and author Ruth Reichl about her latest book, 'The Paris Novel.' Our discussion spans Ruth's deep connection with Paris, her storied career as a food critic, and her journey in writing both fiction and memoirs. Ruth shares anecdotes about her childhood experiences with food, the evolution of the American food revolution, and how her novel explores the theme of powerless women finding their strength. We also delve into Ruth's approach to food writing, her favorite home-cooked meals, and her future travel aspirations. The episode concludes with insights into Ruth's Substack column, 'La Briefe,' and her podcast, 'Three Ingredients.'0:00 Elena Meets Ruth00:44 Falling in Love with Paris01:15 Early Career and Food Revolution01:50 Impact of Restaurant Reviews04:44 Gourmet Magazine and Writing Journey06:26 Mother's Influence and Cooking Passion09:44 The Paris Novel: Inspiration and Characters14:36 Setting and Historical Context22:14 Becoming a Restaurant Critic26:57 Favourite Home-Cooked Meals27:54 The Evolution of American Food32:29 Writing and Substack35:06 Facing Fears and Career Highlights40:23 Advice for Aspiring Food Writers This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elenabowes.substack.com

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