Savor this retrospective that includes some of the most memorable moments from The French Chef.
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In advance of the August 2009 theatrical release of the film comedy Julie & Julia, starring Meryl Streep as public television icon Julia Child, WGBH presents a retrospective that includes some of the most memorable episodes from Julia’s classic cooking series, The French Chef: “Bouillabaisse à la Marseillaise,” “To Roast A Chicken,” and “The Omelette Show.” In addition to testimonials from noted chefs, the program features commentary from Streep and author Julie Powell, who wrote the book on which the film is based.