Ritz & Escoffier: The Hotelier, the Chef, and the Rise of the Leisure Class

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Set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century London and Paris, the narrative explores the collaboration between renowned hotelier César Ritz and celebrated chef Auguste Escoffier at the Savoy Hotel. Their partnership revolutionized the luxury hotel and restaurant industry, creating a space where women and American Jews interacted with British high society. This dynamic marked a significant shift in social structures and highlighted the emergence of the middle class during a time of scandal and opulence.