Jacques Pépin reads "Le Dormeur du Val" by Arthur Rimbaud (Favorite Poem Project)

In this video, popular TV chef and cookbook author Jacques Pépin (Hon.’11), cofounder of, and an instructor in, Metropolitan College’s Certificate Program in the Culinary Arts, reads his favorite poem, Arthur Rimbaud’s “Le Dormeur du Val,” in both French and English, and shares memories of his time as an apprentice chef in Paris during the 1950s.

[@carltomacruz9138]

It is always a delight to hear Jacques Pépin speak French.

[@piologik]

C'est la première fois que j'entend Jacques parler en Français , merci! Et bonjour du Québec

[@josephmarciano4761]

A humbling and distinct pleasure to hear a great craftsman, and true poet, read another great poet's work. Man . . they broke the mold when they made Chef Jacques!

[@belacohen9226]

Jacques Pépin is one of my favorite chefs, this is a beautiful and moving poem of hope, so eloquently read by him, thank you for sharing💙

[@moni64soleil95]

I used to love watching Jacques Pépin when I lived in the U.S. And my favorite poem at the lycée when I was a teen in France was the Dormeur du Val too.

[@patricklarry6645]

What an amazing person.

[@GeneAutry2]

A moving insight into a great man and his heart. An absolute treasure. An inspiration who is approachable like a dear friend. No one in this field, or almost any other, has motivated and taught more people better than he. And, excellent as his cooking lessons are, he long ago transcended recipes. Thanks for helping me love to cook, and for your big, kind heart.

[@carlamarcantel91]

Jacques Pe'pin is my absolute favorite chef. I am so fascinated by his cooking talents and I love to watch him cook anything! Thank you for sharing your poem. I find the French language the most beautiful to listen to.....poetic in sound! Thank you for bringing your talents to America.

[@carolw.6466]

He’s such a classy guy. I’ve watched him for years. I still watch the series he did with Julia Child. Classic!

[@mikemaxwell2591]

The sight and time of Chef Pepin's life molded him into the special person we now see, but those same circumstance have molded others to not be as positive as he is, as he is seen by all of us. What a good guy we are lucky to have known even if through his videos only. Thank you, Chef Pepin!

[@Poemsapennyeach]

You are a wonderful man Jacques P. Your journey has been rich and varied..and your talents are many. I follow you on FB...and have tried some of your recipes...all great ! Kristine Byrne.

[@carolnora8860]

Bravo!! This wonderful man gets right into our hearts - thank you, dear Jacques

[@josephinegirardin2605]

Thank you Jacques for this heartfelt recitation. J'ai des larmes, mais je vous remercie quand même.

[@winglet2009]

What a wonderful human you are Jacques. This was so beautiful to listen to.

[@yvonnetyrrell7768]

Beautiful yet sad poem and like Mr. Pepin says, it can be applied to our day and age. I love watching Mrs. Child and Mr. Pepin working together.

[@RogerRozellCharbonneau]

Jacques Pépin is a legend.

[@CatherineCameronR]

Wow! Thank you for sharing and for all you do. Love to watch you cook.

[@mermeridian2041]

Thank you for your perspective and for allowing us to benefit from your experience.

[@PoetryETrain]

Applause! love this... Shared... Thank you...

[@hansantaya5854]

Beautifully read Chef. So glad you live in CTwith us. A magnificent Chef.

[@janethuenink4440]

Sad poem beautifully read, thank you dear Jacques!

[@kathymahnke701]

Lovely. Merci, Jacques.

[@gracecamillo2527]

If the poem had not been translated to English, the poem would have been as beautiful and tragic. To hear it in French brings it to a whole new level. A beautiful language! Jacques is an awesome human being. He brings joy to whatever he does, cooking or painting or reading poetry. A gift of a man.

[@mayiles6082]

Beautifully read Jacques. Love your show.

[@donnafarmilo3075]

I really enjoyed this, short but amazing.

[@Dazzletoad]

So nice to hear him speak his own language ☺️

[@roseelsdon4650]

Admirable Gentleman living Life! 👍🌹🇨🇦

[@shursts]

Extraordinary. Thank you...

[@prastar2001]

Profound ! Thank you, Monsieur Jacques Pepin !!

[@AlysiasArtStudio]

Just wonderful ❤️

[@elizabethdunn1668]

Beautiful to hear the poem read in French!

[@imorrison1585]

Magnificent. You've inspired me to recommence my french studies : ). And make a chicken.

[@MrXLSAM95]

Finally, he speaks french!!!!!! COCORICOOOOOO

[@mtbootz512]

Thank you.

[@janicekenny250]

What a great man what a great chief, you care the best of the best.

[@evashatkin1285]

Pepin is more than a cook. He is a empathic person.

[@jacquescote2585]

Je ne connaissais pas ce poème, très beau!

[@chantalstawart6255]

Gorgeous!

[@robertmills794]

Always class. J.P. is always class

[@adammccarthy2157]

What a fantastic man

[@dorothysadlerhemphill3149]

So very poignant. Beautiful!

[@fabricetremblay9023]

Merci !!!!!

[@jackies56tbird]

What a beautiful language French is. Must more beautiful than English! And I'm American !!

[@helenjohnson2615]

I memorized this for French class almost 50 years ago.C’est un trou de verdure ... Still remember every word. L’immortel Rimbaud.

[@cheriee3840]

Ironically there are almost no videos of Jacques Pépin speaking French besides this one.

[@UncleHoCM]

❤

[@sheteg1]

I want to go to dinner at Jacques house. !

[@jwest4819]

Jean-Paul Sartre missed out there...