This Julia Child quote print brings a bit of wit and warmth to any kitchen with her famously tongue-in-cheek line: "The only time to eat diet food is while you're waiting for the steak to cook." As one of the most beloved culinary icons of the twentieth century, Julia Child had a gift for celebrating good food and good living without apology, and this print captures that spirit perfectly.
The humour in this quote lies in its gentle rebellion against diet culture, championing the pleasure of real food and hearty cooking over restriction. It's the kind of line that makes people laugh out loud in recognition, especially anyone who loves to cook, entertain, or simply enjoy a proper meal. Set in bold, art deco-inspired lettering, the print has a playful, timeless quality that fits comfortably into a modern farmhouse, eclectic, or classic kitchen aesthetic.
This print is a natural fit for kitchens, dining rooms, or a cook's favourite corner of the house, and it makes a brilliant gift for foodies, home cooks, and anyone who appreciates Julia Child's humour and love of good food. It suits birthdays, housewarmings, or a light-hearted Christmas gift for the person who always hosts. Available framed or unframed, it's a print that brings personality and a smile to any kitchen wall.
UNFRAMED PRINT INFO:
MEDIUM: Photographic Fine Art Print (UNFRAMED)
SIZE: Please choose from the drop-down menu - Common print sizes are: 5x7, 8x10, 8.5x11, A4, 11x14, 12x16, 16x20, 18x24, and 24x36. Custom sizing is available, please send a message before completing your purchase to check the price of your custom size.
About your print:
Printed professionally on high-quality photographic paper (NOT cheap card stock!) with a beautiful lustre finish (closely related to matte) with a slight sheen, using archival inks that will last for years.
It arrives carefully wrapped, unmatted, and unframed.
FRAMED PRINT INFO:
Frames are available in the following sizes: 8x10", 11x14", 12x16", 16x20", 18x24", 24x36"
- Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
- Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
- Paper weight: 5.57 oz/yd² (189 g/m²)
- Lightweight
- Acrylite (Acrylic) front protector
- Hanging hardware included
- Available in Black, White, and Natural Wood - The default color is black but if you would like to change the color to white or natural wood, leave a message in the "message to seller" box at checkout.
PLEASE NOTE:
-Shipping upgrades are not available for framed prints.
-The framed print option does not include a mat
This Julia Child quote print brings a bit of wit and warmth to any kitchen with her famously tongue-in-cheek line: "The only time to eat diet food is while you're waiting for the steak to cook." As one of the most beloved culinary icons of the twentieth century, Julia Child had a gift for celebrating good food and good living without apology, and this print captures that spirit perfectly.
The humour in this quote lies in its gentle rebellion against diet culture, championing the pleasure of real food and hearty cooking over restriction. It's the kind of line that makes people laugh out loud in recognition, especially anyone who loves to cook, entertain, or simply enjoy a proper meal. Set in bold, art deco-inspired lettering, the print has a playful, timeless quality that fits comfortably into a modern farmhouse, eclectic, or classic kitchen aesthetic.
This print is a natural fit for kitchens, dining rooms, or a cook's favourite corner of the house, and it makes a brilliant gift for foodies, home cooks, and anyone who appreciates Julia Child's humour and love of good food. It suits birthdays, housewarmings, or a light-hearted Christmas gift for the person who always hosts. Available framed or unframed, it's a print that brings personality and a smile to any kitchen wall.
UNFRAMED PRINT INFO:
MEDIUM: Photographic Fine Art Print (UNFRAMED)
SIZE: Please choose from the drop-down menu - Common print sizes are: 5x7, 8x10, 8.5x11, A4, 11x14, 12x16, 16x20, 18x24, and 24x36. Custom sizing is available, please send a message before completing your purchase to check the price of your custom size.
About your print:
Printed professionally on high-quality photographic paper (NOT cheap card stock!) with a beautiful lustre finish (closely related to matte) with a slight sheen, using archival inks that will last for years.
It arrives carefully wrapped, unmatted, and unframed.
FRAMED PRINT INFO:
Frames are available in the following sizes: 8x10", 11x14", 12x16", 16x20", 18x24", 24x36"
- Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
- Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
- Paper weight: 5.57 oz/yd² (189 g/m²)
- Lightweight
- Acrylite (Acrylic) front protector
- Hanging hardware included
- Available in Black, White, and Natural Wood - The default color is black but if you would like to change the color to white or natural wood, leave a message in the "message to seller" box at checkout.
PLEASE NOTE:
-Shipping upgrades are not available for framed prints.
-The framed print option does not include a mat