I don’t remember how old I was exactly when I first heard of Babette! We’d watch her cook on TV if not on France O, then it was TV5monde.
My mom would always shush me because yes, I used to be stubborn just so she could listen to what the black lady on TV was trying to say.
It wasn’t until I decided to write this that I found out that Babette de Rozières, a true ambassador of West Indian cuisine, over the years has become a renowned chef but also a business leader, author, television presenter, and even founder of the overseas and international gastronomy fair. Francophonie.
In order to pull off all the stops, Babette de Rozières had to learn cooking to make a living from her passion entrusted to her by her grandmother who concocted famous dishes with exquisite smells… Then, she trained in cooking in the largest Parisian palaces including the George V, the Ritz, and the Ambassador. In her career, she rubbed shoulders with a certain Mr. Joel Robuchon who would become her mentor and who would teach her all his secrets.
In 1998, she became the chef of the King of Morocco as well as for Prince El Oualid in Saudi Arabia.
With wide-eyed excitement, Mumsie would jot down recipes and cooking techniques, meticulously noting every step and ingredient. She would then rush to the local grocery store, clutching her list tightly, and excitedly gather all the necessary ingredients. I and sis would watch her with amusement as she carefully selected the freshest produce and the finest spices, her eyes gleaming with anticipation.
This series is dedicated to her and every other cuisine enthusiast!
Put on your apron and begin to create your own culinary adventures. Experiment with flavors, combining different ingredients and spices, just as you’ve seen on the cooking shows. Chop, sauté, and simmer, all the while imagining herself as one of those renowned chefs she admired.