Xavier Marcel Boulestin (1878 – 20 September 1943) was a French chef, restaurateur, and the author of cookery books that popularised French cuisine in the English-speaking world.
Born in Poitiers in France (Poitou region), Boulestin tried a number of occupations before finding his role as a restaurateur. He worked as secretary and ghostwriter to the author "Willy" (Henry Gauthier-Villars) in Paris, and then moved to London, where he made his home and career from 1906 onward. There, he opened an interior design shop, which failed to make enough money. He wrote extensively, and was commissioned to write a simple French cookery book for English readers. It was a huge success, and thereafter his career was in cooking.
The Restaurant Boulestin, known as the most expensive in London, opened in 1927. Its fame, and the long series of books and articles that Boulestin wrote, made him a celebrity. His cuisine was wide-ranging, embracing not only the French classics but also dishes familiar to British cooks.
Among those influenced by Boulestin was the English food writer Elizabeth David, who praised Boulestin in her books and adopted many of his precepts.
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Some of their strengths
Marcel Boulestin has many admirable traits.
Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Energetic, Strong, Creative, Loyal, Intense, Clever, and Protective.
Independent and Brave
According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, Marcel Boulestin is someone who is an independent, brave, and honest person who approaches life with energy, intuition, passion, and generosity. A person who is ambitious and motivated.
Charming and Sophisticated
Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know Marcel Boulestin well know them as someone who can be classy, glamorous, and worldly, like jewelry.
Inventive and Clever
According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe Marcel Boulestin as someone who is flexible, intelligent, and quick-witted.
A person who likes to be creative, and to be recognized for their artistic talents. Who possesses intelligence, mental discipline, and ambition, and who does well in relationships and partnerships.
Assertive and Protective
Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, Marcel Boulestin is someone who is a somewhat private person who has a strong personality and ability to read other people.
They are also someone who is confident and creative, and who has a love for starting new projects, inventing new things, and giving back to the community.
Independent and Dynamic
According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, Marcel Boulestin tends to be someone who is independent, dynamic, and courageous. Who can be positive, energetic, self-reliant, and adventurous, and who can make friends easily.
Some of Marcel Boulestin's challenges
While Marcel Boulestin has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.
For example, Marcel Boulestin can be Self-centered, Short-tempered, Impulsive, Stubborn, Idle, Emotional, and Standoffish.
Short-tempered and Impulsive
One of Marcel Boulestin's key challenges is that they are someone who can come across as short-tempered and impulsive.
Marcel Boulestin must also exercise caution as they can be short-tempered and aggressive.
Unfocused and Indecisive
Marcel Boulestin is someone who can be scattered, restless, and insensitive, be distracted by fluctuating professional interests, be a workaholic, and who can be arrogant and have difficulty accepting advice.
Aggressive and Domineering
Finally, Marcel Boulestin also can be aggressive, impatient, impulsive, and short-tempered.
