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'Menus-Plaisirs – Les Troisgros', is a film by Frederick Wiseman, that showcases the Troisgros family and their three restaurants located in central France. The film is about the artistry, ingenuity, and imagination that goes into creating and presenting meals of the highest quality. 'MENUS-PLAISIRS – LES TROISGROS' PREMIERED ON PBS, MARCH 22.

This Frederick Wiseman documentary showcases a Michelin star family restaurant in France.
In this clip, César and his father Michel give discerning feedback on some menu items.
Veal brains and frogs are among the dishes being prepared in the Troisgros kitchens.
MENUS-PLAISIRS - LES TROISGROS is a film by Frederick Wiseman. Producer, Director, Editor Frederick Wiseman, photography James Bishop, sound Jean-Paul Mugel, producers Karen Konicek & Oliver Giel. Produced by 3 Star LLC in association with Zipporah Films, GBH, and the Independent Television Service (ITVS), with funding provided to ITVS by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The film was made possible by JustFilms Ford Foundation and Pershing Square Foundation. Fiscal sponsor Filmmakers Collaborative.
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This Frederick Wiseman documentary showcases a Michelin star family restaurant in France.
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Watch the meticulous detail and artistry that goes into plating some stunning desserts.
Armed with baskets, Troisgros staff members set off to gather greens for the day's menu.
Chef César Troisgros checks on the meat that is being smoked outside his restaurant.
At Troisgros, chefs work with quiet precision to prep the raw ingredients for the dishes.
Troisgros wait staff guide diners through the complex and artistic dishes with expertise.
The kitchen bustles as the orders come in, and some diners get a tour of the kitchen.
Chefs work on some meticulously crafted plates, and Michel discusses evolving cuisine.
This Wiseman documentary follows a family, who manage three quality restaurants in France.