She was a towering figure on the culinary front for more than 40 years, turning the art of French cooking into prime-time television entertainment.

Everyone eats, which means most people cook every day. For those who have anxiety about cooking, don't know a saucepan from a skillet, or just need a little inspiration, help is on TV. While public ...

The age of television cooking shows has evolved since the days of Julia Child (The French Chef, 1963) and James Beard (yes, the one whose name is on the prestigious food awards: I Love to Eat, 1946).

Like many postwar Americans, Julia Child took a trip to France and had meals that changed the way she looked at food and eating. Fortunately for us, she brought back a doggie bag of knowledge and ...