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Top 10 Must-Watch Movies for Food Lovers

Jeffrey Johnson05 mins

Top Food Movies to Delight Your Palate

Movies centered around food have the power to tantalize your taste buds and evoke emotions through visually stunning culinary scenes. The following films not only feature intricate recipes but also tell engaging stories that celebrate the culture of food.

1. “Burnt” (2015)

Burnt (2015)
“Burnt” (2015): Bradley Cooper stars as a troubled chef seeking redemption in this tasty flick.

2. “The Hundred-Foot Journey” (2014)

The Hundred-Foot Journey (2014)
“The Hundred-Foot Journey” (2014): Manish Dayal stars as Hassan Kadam, a young aspiring chef whose family restaurant is in direct competition with a nearby famed French eatery.

3. “Chef” (2014)

Chef (2014)
“Chef” (2014): The Jon Favreau indie film, about a chef who returns to his native Miami to open a food truck after he fails in Los Angeles, co-stars some great food.

4. “Eat Pray Love” (2010)

Eat Pray Love (2010)
“Eat Pray Love” (2010): Julia Roberts eats her way to serenity abroad in this ode to self-discovery based on the book by Elizabeth Gilbert.

5. “Eat Drink Man Woman” (1994)

Eat Drink Man Woman (1994)
“Eat Drink Man Woman” (1994): Before “Brokeback Mountain,” Ang Lee co-wrote and directed a mouthwatering tale about a Chinese chef in Taiwan who has lost his sense of taste but still cooks elaborate meals for his three daughters.

6. “Tortilla Soup” (2001)

Tortilla Soup (2001)
“Tortilla Soup” (2001): Jacqueline Obradors, Tamara Mello, and Elizabeth Peña star in this film based on Ang Lee’s “Eat Drink Man Woman.” In this version, the chef is Mexican and must deal with the exploits of his three daughters.

7. “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
“Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (2005): Glutton Augustus Gloop (Philip Wiegratz) falls into the chocolate river as the others watch from shore in the remake of this classic childhood tale starring Johnny Depp.

8. “No Reservations” (2007)

No Reservations (2007)
“No Reservations” (2007): The lives of Aaron Eckhart and Catherine Zeta-Jones take a turn after she becomes guardian of a young relative. It’s a remake of the German film “Mostly Martha.”

9. “Mostly Martha” (2001)

Mostly Martha (2001)
“Mostly Martha” (2001): Martina Gedeck and Sergio Castellitto star in this romantic film about a female chef who must adjust her workaholic ways after she gains custody of her young niece.

10. “Babette’s Feast” (1987)

Babette's Feast (1987)
“Babette’s Feast” (1987): Stéphane Audran stars as Babette Hersant in this sinfully decadent film about a French woman who uses an unexpected windfall to host an amazing dinner.

11. “Spanglish” (2004)

Spanglish (2004)
“Spanglish” (2004): Adam Sandler and Paz Vega star in this film about a Mexican single mother who moves in as the housekeeper for a chef and his wife.

12. “Tampopo” (1985)

Tampopo (1985)
“Tampopo” (1985): Ken Watanabe and Ryutaro Otomo star in this Japanese comedy that is beloved by fans of ramen noodle soup.

13. “A Matter of Taste” (aka “Une Affaire de Gout”) (1999)

A Matter of Taste (1999)
“A Matter of Taste” (1999): Jean Pierre Lorit stars as a waiter who develops a close friendship with a wealthy businessman.

14. “Big Night” (1996)

Big Night (1996)
“Big Night” (1996): Abbondanza! This film starring Marc Anthony, Tony Shalhoub, and Minnie Driver is loaded with carbs and involves a failing Italian restaurant that has a single night to turn it all around.

15. “Ratatouille” (2007)

Ratatouille (2007)
“Ratatouille” (2007): The animated film about a rat who can cook boasts an all-star cast including Patton Oswalt and Peter O’Toole.

Conclusion

These films provide not just an appetite for delightful food but also convey rich narratives that resonate on a personal level. Enjoy them for their artistry and the way they honor the culinary arts!


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