A beautifully illustrated exploration of Julia Child’s home kitchen—the creative heart of her life and legacy. Authored by Paula J. Johnson, longtime steward of the kitchen at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, this book reveals how the space functioned as both a working test kitchen and a place of everyday joy.

Featuring a foreword by Jacques Pépin, interviews with chefs who knew Julia, commentary on her favorite tools and gadgets, and rich color photography, Julia Child’s Kitchen offers an intimate look at the room that helped shape how we cook today. A must-have for home cooks, food lovers, and admirers of Julia Child’s enduring influence.