It has elements of truth. Julie Powell's blog and Julia Child's life form the basis, but creative liberties may have been taken to make it more engaging for the audience.
No, Julia and Julie isn't a true story. Usually, such works are a creation of the author's imagination or draw from a combination of fictional concepts and loose inspirations.
The real story of 'Julie and Julia' is based on two real - life experiences. Julie Powell decided to cook all 524 recipes in Julia Child's 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' in one year and blog about it. Julia Child, on the other hand, was a famous American chef who introduced French cuisine to American households through her cookbook and TV shows. Their stories are about passion for cooking, perseverance, and the impact of food on people's lives.