Humans share many common denominators, butfew of our driving forces hold more power than food.

Conversely, totalitarian regimes give a shot to control their populations through starvation.

Thevol-au-vent, thecroquembouche, even the white toque hats Careme either invented or perfected them all.

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His influence extended far enough across Europe that “he created masterpieces for the Romanovs in St. ## What Is ‘Careme’ About?

Caremeopens with its adult protagonist apprenticed to his adoptive father, notedpatissierSylvain Bailly (Vincent Schmitt).

That same tolerance extends to his creative drive.

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It’s no small wonder that haute cuisine emerged from the real Antonin’s exacting and perfectionist tendencies.

The hiccup here isn’t an erotically-charged series, but which approach offers the sleekest outcome.

The series premieres in less than two weeks.

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This mostly holds true for the otherwise well-handled female characters.

The series does, however, avoid reducing any of the three to another of Antonin’s conquests.

Another version of this series doesn’t need to elevate its drama beyond its protagonist’s proven history.

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Careme’s first two episodes premiere April 30 on Apple TV+, with new episodes airing on Wednesdays.

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