Thomas Keller

500 fans turn out to hear the chef and restaurateur talk about his latest cookbook and dish out advice for chefs

Thomas Keller, the only American chef to simultaneously win three Michelin stars for two different restaurants (The French Laundry and Per Se)–and the executive chef and designer for the animated film Ratatouille–will be in Toronto on Oct. 30 for a special event hosted by the Cookbook Store. Manager Allison Fryer will conduct an onstage interview, followed by a question period with the audience. Guests will also be able to have copies of Keller’s new cookbook, Bouchon Bakery, signed.

A new book offers a glimpse (and recipes!) of 25 food spreads prepared for employees at some of the world’s best eateries