The Parisian grocers insisted that I interact with them per… - Julia Child

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The Parisian grocers insisted that I interact with them personally: if I wasn't willing to take the time to get to know them and their wares, then I would not go home with the freshest legumes or cuts of meat in my basket. They certainly made me work for my supper — but, oh, what suppers!

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Julia Child (August 15, 1912 - August 13, 2004), television chef and author.

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Native Name: Julia Carolyn Child

Alternative Names: Julia McWilliams • Julia Carolyn McWilliams

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