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Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine

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A succulent account of the life of French chef Auguste Escoffier (1846-1935) who made the simple act of cooking food a true art by creating the modern concept of haute cuisine, and who also became the main reference point for many generations of future chefs.

DirectorOlivier Julien
WriterOlivier Julien
ProducerÉlodie Polo Ackermann

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Cast · Directed by Olivier Julien

FT
Florence Trinca
Herself - Narrator (voice)
LO
Laetitia Ohnona
Herself - Interviewer
PGPierre Gribling
Pierre Gribling
Dramatization Actor
CJClément Jacqmin
Clément Jacqmin
Dramatization Actor
LM
Laurent Martinez
Dramatization Actor

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Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine?

Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Plex in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine on Netflix?

No, Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Plex.

Is Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

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Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Canada.

Is Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine based on a true story?

Yes — Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).