The new TV series centers on Marie-Antoine Carême, a legendary Napoleonic-era chef whose culinary innovations shaped haute cuisine. It intricately weaves his professional journey with the political challenges of his time, showcasing how a chef becomes enmeshed in diplomacy and espionage. The narrative juxtaposes Carême’s ordinary foodie persona against the eccentric aristocrats and political figures he encounters, creating a deliciously entertaining viewing experience. Through eight fast-paced episodes, it appeals to both culinary enthusiasts and fans of historical drama.
The fictional Carème, played by Benjamin Voisin, navigates not just kitchens but also political convolutions, showcasing the chef as a central figure in Napoleonic-era intrigues.
'Carème wants you to know that for all of the interpersonal and international high jinks, he's truly one of the most normal foodies in France amid the absurdity around him.'
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