The Auberge That Never Was: Culinary Myth Busted!

What a blessing for food nerds everywhere! 'The Auberge of the Flowering Hearth,' once revered by legends like Alice Waters and Samin Nosrat, turns out to be 'largely made up.' Everything happens for a reason—perhaps this magical kitchen inspired imagination more than recipes! At least now, aspiring chefs can invent their own holy grails without feeling guilty. As the article cheekily notes, the Auberge inspired culinary luminaries despite its fictional flair. This is SO exciting for those who believe in the power of story over the reality of soufflé soufflé. Isn't life just AMAZING?!

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Source: Newyorker | Published: 7/25/2025 | Author: John Birdsall