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Synopsis

The special celebrates Julia Child's remarkable contribution to the American palate and lifestyle. On one level it is a heartfelt tribute to Julia's culinary wit and wisdom; on another, it is a composite of her favorite recipes and techniques as demonstrated by Julia on-air from 1963 to 1999.

The show features an introduction by Julia herself and personal anecdotes and commentary from her renowned colleagues and fans: Jacques Pepin, Charlie Gibson, Martha Stewart, Emeril Lagasse, Jasper White, Alice Waters, and Thomas Keller. Classic television clips from the most memorable of Julia's cooking demonstrations, including the long missing first episode of The French Chef, show the best of Julia's 40 years of public television cooking. Julia Child's Kitchen Wisdom, featuring public television's most enduring personality, will evoke humorous memories and provide spirited entertainment for her generations of viewers.