National and regional cuisine Books

Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE 2023 JAMES BEARD AWARD FOR BEST BAKING AND DESSERTS BOOK “A joy and an education. Irina Georgescu has disentangled the strands woven into Romanian cooking and identity and she has done so deliciously, through glorious cakes, pies, strudels and doughnuts. Cook, eat, learn.“ – Diana Henry“I am such a huge admirer of Irina Georgescu in general, and of this extraordinarily impressive and important book in particular. A must-have, not just for enquiring bakers but, crucially, for all those interested in the context and evolution of culinary culture.” – Nigella LawsonTava is a meticulously researched baking book celebrating centuries of diversity and overlapping cultures that form today’s cuisine in Romania. The author’s aim is to also share the story of those dishes that have come to represent the identity of different cultural communities across the country. Tava means tray in Romanian, a metaphor for how a whole culinary landscape is presented to the reader. You will find Armenian pakhlava, Saxon plum pies, Swabian poppyseed crescents, Jewish fritters, and Hungarian langoși alongside plăcinte pies, alivenci corn cake, strudels and fruit dumplings. Rice or pearl barley puddings, doughnuts and gingerbread biscuits come with their own story, while chocolate mousses, meringues in custard sauce and coffee ice cream introduce you to the glamour of famous Romanian and Eastern European pastry shops. The book is written with integrity and respect towards this rich heritage connecting the past with a present which can be encountered by the reader when travelling in Romania. The recipes are easy to follow, beautifully photographed, and tempt the reader to embrace the unfamiliar as much as the familiar, while enjoying their comforting and homely feel. Trade ReviewLike all the best cookbooks, Tava is as interested in the history and culture of Romania, as it is in all things sweet and baked. Enlightening, evocative and irresistible. * Tom Parker Bowles *A rare glimpse into a rich and diverse baking culture, this beautiful book is packed full of fascinating stories and recipes I can’t wait to taste. * Felicity Cloake *Romania is not yet well known as a gastronomic destination, but Irina Georgescu's Tava is set to change that. This delightful and unpretentious book tells the story of her culture through comforting food memories and delicious recipes for baking and desserts. * Richard Bertinet *Tava is so accomplished in ambrosial gumption, the words exploding in my head are which should I try first. I love the clarity of sun-filled photography and pretty pastry, and the unexpected layers beneath of '...opium with sugar and spices', walnuts instead of flour, noodles, rum, history, politics, Hungary v. Romania... Belle Epoque in Bucharest. I conclude there are no empty calories where Georgescu's presentation of Romanian and Eastern European confectionery is concerned. Everything is invested with allure and cleverness. Such a beautiful book. * Yemisi Aribisala *What a transporting cookbook Tava is! Here are tempting recipes for Romanian cakes, pastries, biscuits and other treats made using delightful ingredients such as rose petals, chestnuts, walnuts, sour cherries and poppy seeds. Importantly - and evocatively - Irina Georgescu sets the rich tapestry of Romanian baking in a historic and social context, giving readers an insight into what has shaped and influenced Romanian cuisine. * Jenny Linford *I love Irina Georgescu's writing. Carpathia was one of my favourite books of 2020 and Tava is equally exciting: a celebration of Romanian baking that is full of a sense of light and life. Matt Russell's photography is gorgeous. The recipes set me dreaming of strudels and poppy seed crescents and I can't wait to start baking from it. * Bee Wilson *Start reading and you won’t be able to stop. Fascinating as well as delicious... Her writing is eloquent and heartfelt. * Diana Henry’s Autumn 2022 Best Cookbooks, The Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Bricia and her family are true culinary ambassadors, sharing the ingredients, the stories, and the flavors of her native Oaxaca. To me, they have achieved the true American dream—they have brought with them all of the very best from their home, providing an amazing space for community, for family, for the people of Los Angeles . . . and now we all get the chance to hear the stories and taste the food that makes Oaxaca one of the best places to eat on earth.” -- José Andrés * Chef and Owner of ThinkFoodGroup & minibar by José Andrés *"From its powerful and important dedication, to its enticing introduction, alluring photographs and recipes, the thrilling new cookbook Oaxaca accomplishes that rare feat of capturing a place so vividly it not only make you want to go there, it brings you there by simply picking up this wonderful tribute to a land and its people. Let’s lift a glass of mezcal to Bricia Lopez and the family behind LA’s Guelaguetza.” -- Nancy Silverton * chef and co-owner of Mozza Restaurant Group *Bricia and her family built an amazing space to share the flavors and the stories of their native Oaxaca. Her journey is inspiring: Like any other migrant family they brought to the United States their very own cuisine, but they also created a place for community, for the people of Los Angeles, a place where you can feel at home. Now we have the chance to read the stories and taste the food that makes Oaxaca one of the best places to eat on earth. -- Enrique Olvera * chef and owner of Pujol and author of Tu Casa Mi Casa *"I grew up in Ktown in and out of 8th street, aka the Oaxacan corridor where their first restaurant was. Now it's located in the buffet building I used to eat at as a kid on Olympic. And soon, Mama Rabbit is gonna open right next door to my restaurant Best Friend in Las Vegas. I can't seem to shake the Guelaguetza family. We are forever linked and I'm mole than happy for that!” -- Roy Choi“This inspiring and delightful cookbook, full of excellent and easy-to-follow recipes, confirms that Oaxaca is not only one of Mexico's most important food regions, it is one of the most important in the world.” -- James Oseland * editor of the World Food book series and author of Jimmy Neurosis: A Memoir *

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Book SynopsisExplore the world of delightful and efficient bento box lunches with Real Bento, a collection of family-friendly recipes by Japanese mom Kanae Inoue. These easy and inexpensive recipes, honed over many years by a busy mom, offer time-saving tricks to create satisfying bento box lunches in just 10 minutes each morning!With 200 recipes presented by flavor type and key ingredient, Real Bento is a valuable resource for busy households. Inoue's emphasis on healthy, fresh, and colorful foods makes these recipes both visually appealing and delicious. From Japanese favorites like Teriyaki Chicken to original creations such as Stuffed Bell Peppers, Ginger Salmon, and more, there's something for every palate.Inoue, who started crafting bento box lunches fifteen years ago, views them as a budget-friendly way to provide fresher, healthier meals for her family. Real Bento is not just a cookbook; it's a practical tool for busy mornings, helping families save money and eat well.Trade Review"Preparing a bento box at home, for yourself and your family, is after all not that difficult and actually quite affordable. Real Bento brings that point home! [A] treasure throve for all of us out there who want to try our hand at making our own bentos, in our own kitchen, for our own family." -- Simandan.com"…packed from cover to cover with the time-saving tricks that allow even the most novice of kitchen cooks to make bento box lunches…an incredibly practical and easy-to-use resource for busy households!" -- Midwest Book Review"…[a] bento cookbook designed for busy families, full of time-saving tricks so you can still have healthy, delicious packed lunches without the need to give up valuable sleep time." -- Book Riot

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Book SynopsisBring the party home with this Japanese pub-inspired cookbook! Izakaya cooking is all about enjoying hearty and flavourful Japanese food with drinks and friends at your local hole-in-the-wall hangout. Similar to tapas or pub food, izakaya fare ranges from tasty bar snacks to substantial salads, stews, grilled meats and seafood dishes all made fresh with minimal fuss and maximum flavour and served alongside a chilled glass of beer or sake. The Real Japanese Izakaya Cookbook allows you to recreate over 120 of these classic izakaya dishes in your own kitchen at home. These include standards like Yakitori Chicken Skewers, Crispy Gyoza, and Grilled Wagyu Beef with Shiso. Vegans and vegetarians are also well catered to with dishes like Daikon Salad with Yuzu Dressing, Chargrilled Fava Beans and Baked Tofu with Ginger Sauce. Chef and author Wataru Yokota adds his own unique twists to signature Japanese recipes, like Miso-Simmered Pork and Grilled Mackerel with Plum Sauce. Yokota's recipes are simple and quick, aimed at working folks who don't have a lot of time to cook but love trying new and interesting flavours. This book provides clear step-by-step photos and instructions for each dish. The introduction gives guidelines for selecting, pouring and mixing drinks to complement the recipes and even how to quickly grill and smoke meat to give it that authentic izakaya taste!Trade Review"…Yokota offers dozens of variations of izakaya that are sure to attract many American hosts seeking to impress cocktail party guests…Color photographs of each izakaya show not only what the food should look like, but also how it may be most attractively plated." --Booklist"The photos of each recipe are both helpful and mouth-watering. There are extra step-by-step photos when needed. The book is very well-written, organized, and printed. The hardback binding is top-notch and the photos are super professional, transforming the book almost into a coffee-table book." -- Foods4.us blog"Yokota's recipes are simple and quick, aimed at working folks who don't have a lot of time to cook but love trying new and interesting flavors. The Real Japanese Izakaya Cookbook provides clear step-by-step photos and instructions for each dish. The introduction gives guidelines for selecting, pouring and mixing drinks to complement the recipes -- and even how to quickly grill and smoke meat to give it that authentic izakaya taste!" -- Midwest Book Review

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Book SynopsisEllie's Table is a recipe book rich with storytelling, exploring chef Ellie Bouhadana’s mixed Jewish background through food – from Morocco to the Mediterranean. In her debut cookbook, Ellie shares recipes picked up through her travels through Italy as well as ones that have been handed down from generation to generation. Part recipe book, part journal, Ellie’s Table is an extension of Ellie’s food ethos and includes all the recipes close to her heart. We find her in her safta’s kitchen sharing their family’s Rugelach recipe, we travel to Italy and Ellie tells us the secret to the perfect Fried Zucchini – a recipe with roots deep in Rome’s Jewish community – and Ellie recounts cooking Moroccan dishes as a child with her doda (aunt) Melani and her dad. There’s a whole chapter on her infamous Focaccia and all the accompanying butters. The chapters are structured in the same wa

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Book SynopsisFrom bestselling cookery author, Gino D'Acampo, comes a brand-new cookbook inspired by a culinary journey along Italy's most famous rail journeys. Gino's Italian Express is a celebration of the delicious and authentic local foods Gino discovered on his train travels across beautiful Italy. Packed with 80 brand-new recipes, Gino shows you how to cook Italian dishes at home with minimal effort, pronto! Each recipe is in Gino's signature easy-to-follow style and perfect for both weeknight suppers and dinner parties alike.Including all the recipes from Gino's major ITV series coming in Autumn 2019, Gino's Italian Express is the must-have cookbook for those wishing for a taste of Italy.

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Book SynopsisDal is to India what pasta is to Italy. Cheap to produce, highly nutritional, suitable for long storage and capable of being cooked in a basic pot on an open fire, dal has been providing nourishment to millions of Indians for millennia. It truly is a pan-Indian dish consumed by rich and poor alike. It is high protein and has practically no sugar in fact it is known as poor mans meat in India hence doctors now include this as an essential item in a diet for diabetics.

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Book SynopsisIn My Way: From the Gutters to the Stars, Berlin-based Tim Raue traces his journey from street kid to two-star Michelin chef and owner of the eponymous restaurant ranked #34 on the list of the World's 50 Best Restaurants. Head chef at one of Berlin's best restaurants at the age of twenty-three, Raue earned the accolade Highest Climber of the Year in 1998, and, in 2007, was named Chef of the Year by Gault Millau. He earned his Michelin stars only two years after opening Restaurant Tim Raue in 2010. Raue illustrates his story with dozens of family photos, and with stunning images of Berlin, Singapore - the source of his culinary inspiration - and his extraordinary Asian-influenced dishes. His food is admired by New York Times food critic, Frank Rich, as well as Corey Lee, the three-star Michelin chef and owner of acclaimed restaurant Benu - who has incorporated one of Raue's recipes into his own repertoire. In addition to 70 recipes from Raue's kitchen, My Way includes 45 recipes for gourmet essentials such as broths, sauces and infusions. Taken together, Raue's story, his food, and these brilliant colour images make My Way a journey worth following.Table of ContentsContents: Finding yourself; Creating yourself; Recipes.

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Book Synopsis Michel Roux Jr''s delicious collection of French recipes for the modern home cook. Michel Roux Jr is one of the best-known and most loved French chefs in Britain. He runs the renowned two-Michelin star restaurant Le Gavroche in London, as well as a number of other restaurants, and has presented many popular food programmes on TV. In The French Revolution, Michel revisits the classic dishes from his traditional French upbringing, but takes a modern approach that adapts his favourite recipes to suit home cooks today who are looking for light, healthy and easy-to-make options. Gone are the very rich creamy sauces, heavy meat dishes and complicated cooking techniques, as Michel replaces these with recipes that delight the palate without threatening the waistline. For instance, a delicate pea tart with filo-like brik pastry, a new hollandaise sauce containig hardly any butter and lots of clever low-calorie dressings. Michel also features recipes that c

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Lee, who vents about living abroad in her Lady and Pups blog, fuels this stunning cookbook with the ferocity of Sichuan peppercorns and chili oil. . . . Lee is as gifted a writer as she is a cook. . . . [A] unique and deeply felt debut.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) Instead of the typical posts of gorgeous food paired with gee-life’s-great text, Lee’s gorgeous food is paired with extremely crafted blasts of bile and despair; it’s like looking at a Caravaggio while listening to Rammstein. Her book, . . . pushes the edges of intensity in terms of flavor and fierce originality. (And that’s just the writing.) — New York Times Book Review “In [her] inimitably wry voice, [Lee] shares her story of discovering cooking’s healing powers during an extremely difficult time, alongside more than 100 recipes many of which are boldly influenced by Chinese, Korean, Thai, and other cuisines.” — Booklist “The Art of Escapism Cooking” by Taiwanese-born, Hong Kong-based food blogger Mandy Lee . . . records her agonizing displacement — and the cooking that helped her endure it — when she moved from New York to Beijing for her husband’s job. — Washington Post "Thrilling food. . . . Lee’s conversational writing makes the recipes and dynamic flavor combinations feel a­chievable. . . . [She] scoffs at any notion of what should or cannot be done because of tradition. . . . VERDICT If ever a cookbook could be described as exciting this one would be it. Highly recommended." — Library Journal "If you’re familiar with the blog Lady & Pups, you’ll know to expect both eye-popping photography and fantastically engaging words and stories from this book—and, yes, lots of recipes you’ll want to make immediately (Poached Eggs with Miso Burnt Butter Hollandaise, for instance, and Buffalo Chicken Ramen too)." — Chowhound “The recipes in the book are enticing–including the delicious looking crackling-studded pork belly burger that graces the cover.” — Post Magazine Mandy Lee is an absolutely talented chef and now writer . . . The Art of Escapism Cooking proves both in one delicious cookbook. . . . You don't have to be a chef to whip up some of these beautiful dishes. . . . This cookbook is the perfect companion to any expert chef or amateur cook. — Sophie Matthews for Women.com Part dark wit, part all-consuming food worship, The Art of Escapism Cooking will make the perfect gift for an adventurous home chef or that spice fanatic who would love to place a condiment called "Helldust" next to the salt and pepper. — Shelf Awareness I was completely absorbed . . . It’s the same sort of awe I feel when I’m reading a poem that manages to twist language in a way I’d never considered before or when I go to an art exhibit and feel reality start to melt away. — The Takeout

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Book SynopsisWhen it was first published, Japanese Cooking: A Simple Art changed the way the culinary world viewed Japanese cooking, moving it from obscure ethnic food to haute cuisine. Twenty-five years later, much has changed. Japanese food is a favorite of diners around the world. Not only is sushi as much a part of the Western culinary scene as burgers, bagels, and burritos, but some Japanese chefs have become household names. Japanese flavors, ingredients, and textures have been fused into dishes from a wide variety of other cuisines. What hasn't changed over theTrade Review". . .quite the most illuminating text around on Japanese food. . ."—Nigella Lawson". . .this is much more than a cookbook. It is a philosophical treatise about the simple art of Japanese cooking. Appreciate the lessons of this book, and you will understand that while sushi and sashimi were becoming part of American culture, we were absorbing much larger lessons from the Japanese. We were learning to think about food in an entirely new way." —from the new Foreword by Ruth Reichl"If Kurosawa had ignited my love for the country, Mr. Tsuji deepened and defined it." —Jonathan Hayes in The New York Times"A complete guide to Japanese cooking, this collection is a must-have for anyone interested in Japanese food or culture." —Publishers Weekly"My go-to for reference and classic recipes." —Debra Samuels, The Boston Globe"A core addition to any and all personal, professional, or community library multicultural cookbook collections." —Midwest Book Review"Still the foremost source book of cooking concepts and recipes from Japan." —GlobalGourmet.com

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Book Synopsis‘Gennaro is an incredible baker – bread has always been central to everything he does. This is a great book – incredible food and full of Gennaro-style passion’ – Jamie Oliver Making bread has always been a natural passion for Gennaro Contaldo. Ingrained since childhood with memories of his mother’s weekly bread-making and visits to his uncle’s village bakery, it is a skill which has followed him throughout his career as a chef. In this book, Gennaro takes you onto a journey into the magical world of Italian bread and baking, giving you his secret tips on making the perfect dough to create wonderful Italian breads for all occasions. And not only bread – have you ever walked into an Italian panetteria (bakery) and marvelled at the amazing variety of freshly baked goods? Not only filone, filoncini, ciabatta, campagnia, panini, but also amazing focaccia, pizzette, biscuits and cakes. Included will be Gennaro’s fabled focaccia made in different regional varieties as well as mouth watering torte salate (Italian savoury pies) using seasonal ingredients such as spinach & artichoke oozing with fontina cheese for spring or escarole, black olives & anchovy for winter. There will be a section of rustic pane dolce (sweet breads) as well as delicious crostate (sweet pastry tarts), biscuits and traditional homemade cakes just like Nonna used to make. This book will be the ultimate in Italian bread and baking – it will be your Italian panetteria bible where you will be able to almost smell that dreamy, irresistible aroma of fresh baking as you flick through the pages. Word count: 55,000

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Book SynopsisJamie Oliver celebrates Britain''s very best food in Jamie''s Great BritainJamie grew up in one of the first true British gastropubs. For him, the heart and soul of real British cooking is food that puts a smile on your face. And that''s what he wants to share in the new book: the essence of British food, done properly. Over the years, British food culture has embraced flavours and influences from all the people who came and made Great Britain their home. The food reflects an open-minded culture as well as the country''s beauty. There are over 100 of Jamie Oliver''s favourite recipes: some are indisputable classics, some are his versions of the classics, some should be classics but just haven''t been made famous yet and others he''s made up from the great bounty of British produce. Inspired by his childhood, Jamie shares the recipes for his favourite pub grub and equips you with everything you''ll need for the perfect picnic. Jamie''s Great Britain guides you through classic dishes and snacks, like moreish Scotch Eggs, crispy Cornish Pasties and a Victoria Sponge that will add a sparkle to any summer day. Wherever you''re from, if you love food Jamie''s Great Britain will offer you a little taste of happiness.''There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook'' Delia SmithTrade ReviewJamie Oliver celebrates Britain's very best food in Jamie's Great Britain * from publisher's description *There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook * Delia Smith *

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Book Synopsis2016 IACP Award Finalist! According to Jacques Pepin, 'the moment for a child to be in the kitchen is from the moment they are born.' Previously published under the title Kids Cook French, Let's Cook French, written by his daughter Claudine Pepin, is a fun, interactive, bilingual family cookbook that introduces the art and joy of French cooking—featuring 30 classic recipes, along with notes on French culture and suggested menus for your next family soirée. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, Let's Cook French, A Family Cookbook offers a total immersion in French culinary culture. Each left-hand page in English is mirrored in French on the right and food terms are called out bilingually throughout, creating the perfect format for language learning. Featured are authentic French recipes that are easy for young chefs to follow, including starters, mTrade Review"Claudine Pepin came to cooking naturally; her father is the chef and teacher Jacques Pepin. In this concise, elegant cookbook for children - written in English and French, and illustrated by Mr. Pepin - she does not cook down to youngsters. The recipes are simple but serious and go well beyond kid food." - The New York TimesTable of ContentsA NOTE FOR KIDS A NOTE FOR PARENTS To Start Gougères Eggs Jeannette Cauliflower Soufflé Vichyssoise To Continue Cheese Fondue Chicken Breast with Garlic and Parsley Boeuf Bourguignon Claudine’s Croque Monsieur Lamb Chops with Lemon Zest and Herbs of Provence Chicken with Cream Sauce Ham and Leek Quiche Whole Roasted Chicken with Herbs of Provence Salade Niçoise Sautéed White Fish and Secret Sauce On the Side Sautéed Swiss Chard French String Beans Potato and Cheese Gratin Parsnip-Potato Purée Ratatouille Roasted Cauliflower Herb-Roasted Potatoes Spinach in Béchamel Vinaigrette for a Week To Finish Almond Cake Clafoutis Crème Brûlée Crêpes Apple Tarts with Almond Frangipane Sablés American Blueberry Pie MENUS INDEX ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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Book SynopsisA contemporary Pakistani cookbook featuring more than 100 recipes.Table of ContentsSummers under the tamarind tree Pakistan: The spirit, the passion, the flavour Childhood tales: Growing up in the kitchen Cooking methods: Pakistani techniques explained A note on spice: What to buy and how to use it Masala blends: Traditional family recipes Awakening the senses: Breakfast Tantalising the taste buds: Street food and snacks Breaking bread and sharing rice: Breads and rice dishes Meaty markets and weekdays bazaars: Beef, lamb and mutton Birds from the Empress: Chicken and other birds Sailing the seas: Seafood and fish My grandmother’s garden: Vegetables, fruit and salad Homegrown guavas: Chutneys and pickles Under a motia-filled sky: Celebration feasts The sweet taste of mango heaven: Desserts Chai-pani: Hot and cold drinks Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisHelps you discover the rich and varied character of Russian cuisine in 60 traditional dishes. This book features a wide variety of soups, tempting appetizers, mouthwatering fish, meat and vegetable dishes, and rich desserts, cakes and pastries. It is illustrated by more than 300 photographs.

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Book SynopsisFollowing on from the success of her large book, Tasting Georgia: A Food and Wine Journey in the Caucasus, award winning food, wine and travel writer and photographer Carla Capalbo is launching a new series of pocketbooks on Georgian food, wine and culture. The first in the collection, Khachapuri and Filled Breads, focuses on this popular mainstay of Georgian cuisine, giving the recipes for 10 of the country's most delicious regional breads. In addition to the many versions of cheese-filled khachapuri, the fully illustrated book will include breads filled with greens, meats and potatoes.

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Book SynopsisNukazuke fermented pickles are superfoods that promote good gut health!This book provides an exciting introduction to the Japanese method of pickling in a reusable bed of fermented rice brana medium that is easy to prepare and maintain at home. Author Nami Yamada is a dietary expert, chef and herbalist, and she provides instructions for 60 fermented pickles including unusual ones made from ingredients like daikon radish, lotus root, shiitake mushrooms, apples, garlic and tofu!Yamada also provides 30 delightful recipes showing you how to incorporate your fermented nukazuke pickles into daily Japanese-style meals, with delicious and nutritious dishes like:Futomaki Sushi Rolls with Pickled TunaPickled Apple and Napa Cabbage SaladStir-fried Summer Vegetables with Pork and Soybean Miso Mackerel Simmered with Nukazuke Fermented Rice Bran And dozens of other wholesome and delicious recipes, including desserts!This comprehensive guide to a traditional Japanese fermentation method will help you

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to oysters and their place in our culture and food system—including a quick global history, an account of the current state of oyster farming, and a glimpse of the promising environmental solutions oyster farming offers in this age of food challenges and climate change.The oyster is one of Earth’s oldest animals, and fossil records show humans have enjoyed them for hundreds of thousands of years. But like so many other creatures, wild oysters were driven to near extinction by overconsumption and pollution. The Clean Water Act passed in 1972 marked a turning point for water quality, and decades later, we’re witnessing a renaissance in oyster culture as the rise of aquaculture (ocean farming) attempts to supply a growing demand for oysters that increases exponentially year after year.Internationally renowned oyster farmer Dan Martino guides readers through this fascinating history before presenting a detailed br

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate book of mochi. Learn how to perfect the beloved Asian dessert at home with Mochi. This delicious, colourful book features 22 mochi recipes, from chocolate, passionfruit and sesame to lemon myrtle, matcha-coconut and red bean paste. With a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to making and shaping your own pillowy-soft mochi dough, easy-to-follow recipes for all the fillings imaginable, plus all the basics, this book will leave you never wanting store-bought mochi again!

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Book Synopsis“Tuscan food tastes like itself. Ingredients are left to shine. . . . So, if on your visit, I hand you an apron, your work will be easy. We’ll start with primo ingredients, a little flurry of activity, perhaps a glass of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, and soon we’ll be carrying platters out the door. We’ll have as much fun setting the table as we have in the kitchen. Four double doors along the front of the house open to the outside—so handy for serving at a long table under the stars (or for cooling a scorched pan on the stone wall). Italian Philosophy 101: la casa aperta, the open house.” —from the Introduction   In all of Frances Mayes’s bestselling memoirs about Tuscany, food plays a starring role. This cuisine transports, comforts, entices, and speaks to the friendly, genuine, and improvisational spirit of Tuscan life. Both cooking and eating in Tuscany are natural pleasures. In her first-ever cookbook,

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Book SynopsisPranzo is a celebration of Italian food and a Sicilian upbringing on the other side of the world capturing the spirit of simplicity, fresh seasonal ingredients and sumptuous colours and flavours. Guy Mirabella masterfully weaves his recipes, images and stories around the themes of generosity, love, tradition, life and food all the things that influence him in his cooking. Fresh and seasonal dishes are prepared with love and respect for the ingredients. From Ruby Red Roasted Plums with Marsala and Vincotto to Eggs in Purgatory with Broccolini via clam soups, hazelnut cakes, sfingi, rabbit stew, Chicken Diavola and more this is both rustic food to nourish and stir the soul but also beautiful food to linger over and share with loved ones. All of it presented in captivating style with an artist's eye for everything that is vibrant, colourful and joyous about life. Throughout the recipes, personal reflections on food, family, travels and Guy's Sicilian heritage are complemented by stunning photography and design. A story of growing up at Cumbrae Farm on the Mornington Peninsula and of an ancestry that informed his attitudes to food and life, this is a book to explore and fall in love with. And to cook from, again and again.

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Book SynopsisThe chef behind the groundbreaking Brooklyn restaurant Bonnie?s shares over 85 recipes that showcase his unique style of Chinese home cooking, a mash-up of Americana and Cantonese classics inspired by the flavors of his childhood.As an American-born Cantonese kid, chef Calvin Eng grew up watching his mother, Bonnie, in the kitchen. Though he shied away from his culture as a kid, he later grew to love and embrace his upbringing, eventually opening Bonnie?s, which was praised as a top restaurant of the year by the New York Times and Bon Appétit.Salt Sugar MSG is an introduction to Cantonese cooking through an American lens, full of easy flavor boosts and practical tricks, drawing a thread from his mother?s cooking to what Calvin cooks for his own family today. Some recipes stick closer to tradition, like Sizzling Steamed Fish with Seasoned Soy Sauce, Ham Yue Yook Beng (Steamed Pork Patty with Salted Fish), and Ginger Congee, while others upend expectations, like Salt & Pepper Pork Schnitzel with Chinese Ranch, Fuyu Cacio e Pepe Mein, and BLT Fried Rice. While these dishes may not look especially Cantonese at first glance, they certainly taste like it.Written with his fiancée, Phoebe Melnick, Salt Sugar MSG is full of personal stories and practical tips and tricks as a loving ode to what it means to cook together as a Cantonese American family today.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Guild of Food Writers Food and Travel Award 2017''This is a book to delight food lovers, travel hounds and history buffs alike.'' The Telegraph''As an armchair traveler, I was led by Caroline Eden''s firsthand account of journeys to the Uzbek city of Samarkand and other exotic destinations, then lured into the kitchen by Eleanor Ford''s fine recipes'' New York Times''A particularly expansive and ambitious example of the genre. Imagine a Lonely Planet guide to Uzbekistan and beyond, with a hundred recipes.'' LA Times''I am LOVING it! So interesting to see so many familiar but also lesser known recipes! Beautiful pictures too! Love the styling! Love it!'' Sabrina GhayourOver hundreds of years, various ethnic groups have passed through Samarkand, sharing and influencing each other''s cuisine and leaving their culinary stamp. This book is a love letter to Central Asia and the Ca

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Book SynopsisVoted ''The Best Cookbook Ever'' by The Observer Food Monthly, Richard Olney''s The French Menu Cookbook is a beautifully written celebration of French food and wine. Filled with inspirational seasonal menus, over 150 authentic recipes and evocative writing, this celebrated book conjures up the scents and scenes of Provence.A new, re-edited and checked, edition of the OFM's Best Cookbook Ever', 2010.Originally published in 1970, The French Menu Cookbook became an instant kitchen classic that redefined modern cooking.Written from Olney''s home in the hills of southern France, Olney takes the reader through spring, summer, autumn and winter with enlightening guidance on French wine, exquisite dishes, lucid instructions and inspired seasonal menus.The French Menu Cookbook includes 32 thoughtful menus from a simple Provencal lunch to an informal autumn dinner, an elegant winter supper and a festive meal for two. Each menu includes honest and enlightening explanations of how the French reaTrade ReviewThe perfect prose is as beautiful as the menus.-Rachel Cooke in The Observer Food Monthly Immaculate instruction. Glorious prose. Recipes for serious kitchen folk. My most cherished cookery book.-Simon Hopkinson [Olney] was a true genius in the kitchen, and his writing was as sensual and precise as his handling of ingredients. Let trumpets sound to mark the timely resurrections of this, one of his best-loved books.-Alan Davidson, author of The Oxford Companion to Food ‘Comes wreathed in compliments from people such as Simon Hopkinson, Alan Davidson and Prue Leith … reading it is almost enough in itself; for perfection, give it to someone clever enough to cook it all for you.’ – Telegraph Magazine ‘Meticulous in its advice, the seasonal menus and recipes are superb. Food writing as good as this is rare indeed.’ The Western Mail, No. 8 of the 30 best cookbooks of all time Henry Harris of Racine told FT Magazine that Richard Olney “writes so beautifully, you can lose yourself in his glorious prose.” The book was selected by The Week as one of the best cookbooks of 2010 – “this cookbook is the perfect introduction to (Richard Olney’s) ‘passionate and idiosyncratic’ approach to French cooking.” The Sunday Tribune (Eire) has called it a “seductive read for any Francophile, even better for one who can cook.”

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Book Synopsis''A joy to behold'' Yotam OttolenghiLearn how to cook the Swedish way with this beautiful book of over 100 delicious recipes. Spring picnics on the archipelago; barbecues at the summer cabin; cosy autumnal suppers; and dark snowy winters filled with candlelight, gingerbread and glögg - the Swedes love to celebrate every season via the food they eat. Complete with stunning location and food photography, and over 100 beautiful, fuss-free recipes, this cookbook lets you in on what the Swedish call lagom . . . the art of not too little, not too much, but just the right amount. Explore the nation''s simple and balanced approach to cooking, sample their best-loved ingredients and discover a must-try cuisine that is about far more than just meatballs, fika and cinnamon buns . . . _________________Inside you''ll find recipes for sunny days or cosy evenings, celebrations or nights curled up at home, such as: POACHTrade ReviewA joy to behold -- Yotam OttolenghiPerfect for a cosy night in with family. Rachel Khoo takes you through a year of Swedish dishes, from spring picnics and summer BBQs, to autumnal suppers and wintery treats * Aldo Zilli, Daily Express *Rachel Khoo made a life-change when she left Paris and moved to Sweden for love. Now, having made the country her home she shares recipes and lifestyle tips from her new little Scandi Kitchen * Tatler *Rachel Khoo's sharing the joys of simple, satisfying Swedish food. Mushroom toast with bacon and thyme, almond and lingonberry buns . . . What's Swedish for 'nom'? * The Sunday Telegraph *Delicious and seasonal Swedish recipes . . . celebrating traditional fare, embracing local ingredients, exploring what the Swedes eat at home and offering her own fresh and stylish takes. * Evening Star *Complete with stunning location and food photography, Rachel Khoo's new cookbook lets you in on the joys of Swedish cooking * RTE Guide *Rachel Khoo's quest for balance has helped her to build a repertoire of recipes for life, as well as cooking * Healthy *A Scandi summer . . . Rachel Khoo shares her favourite recipes to try at home * Good Food *Rachel Khoo's Swedish summer recipes . . . Bestselling cookery writer shares her favourite dishes * Town and Country *More than 100 delicious recipes with inspiration from spring picnics on the archipelago and barbecues at the summer cabin to dark snowy winters filled with gingerbread and glögg * Coventry Telegraph *A Swedish delight * Cambridge News *A lovely one for anyone interested in learning more about Scandinavian food. Khoo walks the reader through the seasons . . . The photos are stunning, the recipes achievable * Easy Food *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the unique fusion of flavours that Sicilian food has to offer and bring some Mediterranean sunshine into your own kitchen. Sicily is a beguiling place and its prominent position has led to repeated conquests over the centuries, which has left an extraordinary cultural legacy and a reputation as the melting pot of the Mediterranean. The island’s unique food is bright, earthy and suffused with the intensity of the Sicilian sun. Juicy tomatoes, the island’s own fragrant olive oil, wild fennel and citrus fruits are all staple ingredients. Here you’ll discover authentic recipes for the best food Sicily has to offer including antipasti, vibrant salads, light soups and pasta dishes. Delicious meat and fish recipes feature Sarde a Beccaficco (stuffed sardines), and Abbacchio alla Cacciatovia (pan-fried Spring lamb with herb and anchovy sauce). Sicilians notoriously have a sweet tooth and are among the best dessert-makers in Italy. Indulge in Pistachio Gelato, Cannoli (pastry tubes filled with sweetened ricotta) and possibly Sicily’s most famous export, Cassata.Trade ReviewThe recipes in her latest book are suffused with Mediterranean sunshine and affection for the island – Italia...a great breadth of recipes across the entirety of the menu with plenty of earthy magnificence – Strong WordsAs featured on 'The Watch List' in Waitrose WeekendCucina Siciliana is to Sicilian cookery what Georgina Hayden’s Taverna is to Greek Cypriot food; a bible for long, heady summers eating and entertaining at home, Italian style – with a glug of limoncello for good measure. – Saturday TelegraphIf Sicily wasn’t on your travel list before, it will take pride of place after you peruse Ursula Ferrigno’s Cucina Siciliana.” – Forbes.com

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Book SynopsisĂn chưa? (Did you eat, yet?) is a common Vietnamese greeting that expresses affection through the everyday necessity, nourishment and comfort of food. In this special collection of time-honoured recipes, Julie Mai Trần, a first-generation Vietnamese-Chinese American and the creator of Share My Roots, celebrates Vietnamese cuisine and culture inspired by her mother’s cooking. Julie brings the authentic flavours of Northern, Central and Southern Vietnam’s most beloved dishes to your home kitchen. Find over 75 showstopping recipes from childhood classics like Bún Thịt Nướng (BBQ Pork Vermicelli bowl) and Thịt Kho Trứng (Braised Pork and Eggs), to restaurant favorites like Phở Bò (Beef Rice Noodle Soup) and Crispy Fried Noodles (Mì Xào Giòn/ Dòn), and must-try dishes including Bánh Xèo (Sizzling Crepes), and Chả Cá Thăng Long (Turmeric and Dill Fish). Filled with lush full-page photography and poignant stories of family and Vietnam’s history, this love letter to Vietnamese cuisine and family roots paints a colourful landscape of the immigrant experience, serving as a cultural guidepost for generations to come.

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Book SynopsisIn Simply Chinese Feasts, Suzie Lee pulls the reader up a seat to her table to explore the myriad Chinese celebrations, festivals and traditions, all of which centre around food and family. All the recipes have been designed for the home kitchen. Growing up, TV presenter and author Suzie Lee was extremely fortunate in that her parents carried on the customs and traditions of Hong Kong in their family home in Northern Ireland, and now Suzie wants to do the same with this follow up book to her debut cookbook Simply Chinese. Ring in Chinese New Year with crescent moon-shaped dumplings (to be eaten during the last hour of the old year and the first hour of the new) and indulge in a fish dish to encourage prosperity. Recipes include Salted Chilli Chicken, Traditional Dumplings, Lotus Root Crisps, as well as Chestnut Tart and Fluffy Birthday Cupcakes. Structured via food group, in each section, Suzie will reveal the traditions, symbolism and lucky sayings associated with fish, meat, bread or cakes, before delving into delicious recipes to be shared and celebrated with family and friends. And Suzie will, of course, throw in her famous twists, allowing the reader to tailor recipes to their needs. Looking for kid-, veggie-, budget-friendly or super quick meals? Look no further!

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Book SynopsisFrom the team behind Great British Chefs comes Open Kitchen, a book which raises the curtain on some of the most innovative restaurants in the UK. Learn from the country's top chefs through 50 exclusive recipes ranging from weekday suppers to special weekend dinners, all showcased through specially commissioned photography. Open Kitchen reveals the diversity of Britain's professional kitchens, with recipes ranging from traditional Malaysian street food, home-style Chinese dishes and British pub grub, to ultra-refined desserts and forward-thinking creations from multiple Michelin-starred chefs, including Simon Rogan, Lisa Goodwin-Allen and Tommy Banks. With all recipes adapted for the home cook, at any level, Open Kitchen offers a chance to experience the very best restaurants from the other side of the pass.

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Book Synopsis From Michelin-starred chef Rogelio Garcia, a collection of over 150 recipes for vibrant, contemporary Mexican food in the heart of California’s wine countryConvivir, which means “to live together,” celebrates the flavorful interweaving of traditional Mexican cuisine with the agricultural and artisanal abundance of California’s Napa Valley. Born in Mexico and raised in Northern California, Chef Garcia takes inspiration from the local farms, ranches, and sustainable fisheries, and showcases his gastronomical heritage with more than 150 delectable recipes. Including techniques for making homemade tortillas and tamales, Convivir celebrates a modern take on traditional dishes such as tacos, tostadas, sopes, huaraches, tlacoyos, and tetelas, and features deliciously original recipes like: • Sopes with Sonoma Artichokes Three Ways • Pork Rib Carnitas and Carrot Tamales with Spicy Carrot Salsa

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Book SynopsisOver 50 recipes for the ULTIMATE taco experience. London street food legends turned restaurateurs Nud Dudhia and Chris Whitney, of breddos Tacos fame, have travelled the Americas in pursuit of the perfect taco, visiting as many regions, cities and taqueros as physically possible to learn every salsa preparation, cooking technique and taco filling you could ever need. Now, having shared their love of tacos with thousands of people across the world, they're bringing their greatest ever flavour combinations to your kitchen in the form of 50 awesome recipes – so you can create your very own taquería at home. You'll find everything from tortillas, salsas, marinades and cremas for infinitely customisable tacos, to finished dishes combining umami-rich proteins with fiery salsas and finished with the freshness of coriander, onion and lime. Featuring Carne Asada Tacos, Sunday Short-Rib Barbacoa Nachos, Yucatan-Style Chicken and s

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Book SynopsisSustain: Groundbreaking Recipes And Skills That Could Save The Planet is an inspiring cookbook and beautifully designed manual of ideas to consider, practices to adopt and techniques to learn for a more sustainable kitchen. Author Jo Barrett is one of Australia’s most respected chefs and was part of the team behind urban eco-house futurefoodsystem, a landmark experiment in zero waste living. Her striking debut provides innovative and achievable solutions to help you connect with your food system with over 90 purposeful, nutritious recipes. Featuring brilliant dishes from stuffed potato cakes to red pepper pasta, venison pie and plum galette, this vital book shows the home cook how to master simple skill builders – such as fermenting, preserving and using alternative ingredients – and will help save the planet one delicious meal at a time. Trade Review 'Jo’s mission is not only to cook beautiful food but to share her belief in how we can all make a difference to this world of ours.' – Maggie Beer, Australian chef and restaurateur 'This sleeves-rolled-up guide at the crossroads of cooking offers consideration toward a better future and deliciousness 101.' – Dan Hunter, chef and owner of Brae restaurant

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Book Synopsis74 stunning pub-style recipes from top chef-owned Izakayas in Tokyo!The equivalent of a tapas bar or an English pub, Izakayas are the cornerstone of Japan's food culture—a place to share a delicious, satisfying meal over drinks with friends after a hard day's work. Izakayas come in all shapes and sizes, from bustling chains to hole-in-the-wall dives.This unique cookbook features recipes from six of the best Tokyo Izakayas run by young chef-owners who often work alone, creating delicious dishes that change daily and seasonally based on the availability of fresh ingredients. Each chef contributes their most popular recipes—including a range of main and side dishes that are beloved by their regular customers.The 74 recipes in this book include: Tofu with Spicy Cod Roe Shabu Shabu with Pork and Daikon Radish Chicken Wings with Miso Glaze Japanese-Style Roast Beef with a Sweet and Spicy Sauce Sauteed Pork with Whisky Butter Zucchini and Onion with Tuna Meat and Coriander Gyoza Dumplings And many more! Beautiful color photos and step-by-step instructions make the recipes accessible for cooks of all skill levels. The book features interviews with each chef about their food philosophy and tips for recreating their dishes at home, as well as a glossary of key ingredients. Don't miss out on this unique culinary experience!Trade Review"The food respects tradition but is not bound by it, and Hayashi's hipster-like affinity for the handcrafted comes through in every dish."-- Conde Nast Traveler

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Book SynopsisAward-winning writer Eleanor Ford's recipes and stories explore how centuries of spice trading and cultural diffusion changed the world's cuisine. A unique and enlightening guide to cooking with spice, the book looks at their flavour profiles and how they can be used, combined and layered - how some bring sweetness, others fragrance, heat, pungency, sourness or earthiness.There are 80 spice-infused recipes in this collection following the trails of ancient maritime trade through Indonesia, Malaysia, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, Iran and the Emirates. Eleanor combines historical research with a travel writer's eye and a cook's nose for a memorable recipe. Interwoven are stories that explore how spices from across the Indian Ocean - the original cradle of spice - have, over time, been adopted into cuisines around the world.Trade Review"Eleanor Ford is a cook and a historian, a culinary detective and, as she says, a gastronomic archaeologist. What a deep dive this is into the world of spice. It's a deep-dive, a culinary history, a spice library, anatomy and miscellany. And then the recipes! Recipes which allow the reader to travel from Asia to the Middle East along the spice route, taking in so much flavour and so much context on the way. It's the green coconut hot sauce from Somalia first up for me, followed by the green peppercorn asparagus from Thailand." Yotam Ottolenghi"A fascinating and evocative journey along the spice routes, the 'central nervous system of the world'. The author's blend of history, geography, taxonomy and enticing recipes offers a fresh look at these small, potent ingredients that bring magic to our kitchens." Fuchsia Dunlop, author of The Food of Sichuan"The eclectic collection of recipes from across the world will make the reader want to head straight into the kitchen to conjure up heady meals to share with their family and friends." Anissa Helou, author of Feast: Food of the Islamic World"In The Nutmeg Trail, Eleanor Ford takes us on a mouth-watering culinary voyage to the fabled 'spiceries', those semi-mystical islands of the East Indies. A heady blend of history, adventure and deliciously authentic recipes, this book will make you hungry!" Giles Milton, author of Nathaniel's Nutmeg"A fascinating, transporting read, packed full of intriguing recipes I can't wait to try." Felicity Cloake, Guardian food columnist and author of Perfect, The A-Z of Eating and One More Croissant for the Road"The Nutmeg Trail offers a historical account of the spice trade with invaluable advice on the use of culinary spices - how to prepare and combine them, when to introduce them, and what delights to expect. Mouth-watering." John Keay, historian and author of The Spice Routes'A fragrant, intoxicating and mesmerising voyage into the history and global spread of spice. With recipes every bit as delectable as the prose.' Tom Parker Bowles, British food writer and food critic

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Book SynopsisAmerican grilling, Japanese flavors. In this bold cookbook, chef Tadashi Ono of Matsuri and writer Harris Salat share a key insight: that live-fire cooking marries perfectly with mouthwatering Japanese ingredients like soy sauce and miso.  Packed with fast-and-easy recipes, versatile marinades, and step-by-step techniques, The Japanese Grill will have you grilling amazing steaks, pork chops, salmon, tomatoes, and whole chicken, as well as traditional favorites like yakitori, yaki onigiri, and whole salt-packed fish. Whether you use charcoal or gas, or are a grilling novice or disciple, you will love dishes like Skirt Steak with Red Miso, Garlic–Soy Sauce Porterhouse, Crispy Chicken Wings, Yuzu Kosho Scallops, and Soy Sauce-and-Lemon Grilled Eggplant. Ono and Salat include menu suggestions for sophisticated entertaining in addition to quick-grilling choices for healthy weekday meals, plus a slew of delectable sides that pair well with anything off the fire.  Grilling has been a centerpiece of Japanese cooking for centuries, and when you taste the incredible dishes in The Japanese Grill—both contemporary and authentic—you’ll become a believer, too.

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Book SynopsisENGLISH FOOD reveals the richness and surprising diversity of England''s culinary heritage. Fully updated and revised by Jane Grigson before her death in 1990, this joyful celebration of our national cuisine is a pleasure to cook from and a delight to read. ''This is the perfect English companion'' - Guardian ''ENGLISH FOOD is an anthology all who follow her recipes will want to buy for themselves...enticing from page to page'' - Spectator ''She restored pride to the subject of English food'' - Evening Standard

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Book SynopsisSpasia Dinkovski is the London-based chef and founder of Mystic Burek. Launched as a delivery service in July 2020, before expanding to a shop and café in September 2023, it is a celebration of second-generation Balkan cooking, inspired by her grandmother's recipes. An experienced chef, having worked for 15 years in professional kitchens, Spasia was voted one of the Observer Food Monthly magazine's "50 things we love in the world of food," and one of London's best pop-ups by Eater magazine. She has had features in The Times, the Telegraph, the Guardian and the Evening Standard.

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Book SynopsisJoin Vegan Richa’s Instant Pot revolution with brand new techniques to level up your favorite plant-based meals Welcome to Vegan Richa’s kitchen, where hearty flavors and easy recipes are your passport to delicious, satisfying meals every day of the week. Whether you are an Instant Pot™ pro or newbie, you’ll learn how to save time and maximize the potential of your Instant Pot™ with Richa’s inventive new techniques for layered pot-in-pot cooking (Crunchwraps!)  one-pot meals (Spicy Peanut Noodles in minutes)  dump-and-done meals (comforting Wild Rice Soup and Chana Masala—no sautéing)  roasting and caramelizing (Mushroom Gyros)  and much more!  With 150 recipes from a range of global cuisines highlighting an abundance of whole foods, vegetables, and legumes, minimal oil, and no processed ingredients, you’ll use your Instant Pot for everything from breakfasts (Egg Sandwiches) to desserts (yes, cake!) to Richa’s fan favorite regional Indian specialties. Complete with myriad adaptations, swaps for allergies and special diets, and full nutritional information, Vegan Richa's Instant Pot™ Cookbook is your go-to guide for healthful, flavor-forward meals that are a breeze to get to the table. 

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Book SynopsisCook from the farmer’s market with inspired vegetarian recipes—many of which are gluten-free and dairy-free—with a French twist, all highlighting seasonal produce. Beloved ChocolateAndZucchini.com food blogger Clotilde Dusoulier is not a vegetarian. But she has, like many of us, chosen to eat less meat and fish, and is always looking for new ways to cook what looks best at the market. In The French Market Cookbook, she takes us through the seasons in 82 recipes—and explores the love story between French cuisine and vegetables. Choosing what’s ripe and in season means Clotilde does not rely heavily on the cheese, cream, and pastas that often overpopulate vegetarian recipes. Instead she lets the bright flavors of the vegetables shine through: carrots are lightly spiced with star anise and vanilla in a soup made with almond milk; tomatoes are jazzed up by mustard in a gorgeous tart; winter squash stars in golden Corsican turnovers; and luscious peaches bake in a cardamom-scented custard. With 75 color photographs of the tempting dishes and the abundant markets of Paris, and with Clotilde’s charming stories of shopping and cooking in France, The French Market Cookbook is a transportive and beautiful cookbook for food lovers everywhere.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive word on tacos from native Angeleno Wes Avila, who draws on his Mexican heritage as well as his time in the kitchens of some of the world's best restaurants to create taco perfection. In a town overrun with taco trucks, Wes Avila's Guerrilla Tacos has managed to win almost every accolade there is, from being crowned Best Taco Truck by LA Weekly to being called one of the best things to eat in Los Angeles by legendary food critic Jonathan Gold. Avila's approach stands out in a crowded field because it's unique: the 50 base recipes in this book are grounded in authenticity but never tied down to tradition. Wes uses ingredients like kurobata sausage and sea urchin, but his bestselling taco is made from the humble sweet potato. From basic building blocks to how to balance flavor and texture, with comic-inspired illustrations and stories throughout, Guerrilla Tacos is the final word on tacos from the streets of L.A.

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Book SynopsisExplores French culinary tradition. Beginning with a diary of the author's trip and then divided into 6 chapters, with recipes at the back, this book is illustrated throughout with food and location shots. With over 100 recipes, the author's gastro-tour will motivate every reader to try French cooking again and again.Trade ReviewIt goes without saying that the recipes in this book are delicious * The Bookseller *A must for fish lovers * Waitrose Food Illustrated *A fantastic reminder of how good French cuisine is * Family Circle *Recipes that stand out for their attention to detail and clarity * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the Italian approach to healthful eating?where nothing is off the menu?with 100 delicious, superfood-packed recipes from New York Times bestselling author Giada De Laurentiis.From the day Giada De Laurentiis started cooking professionally, her fundamental formula for making meals memorable has not changed: Good Cooking = Technique + Ingredients + Ambience. This same formula is the key to good health when you choose ingredients that promote wellness, cook them simply, and eat them joyfully. In her skillful hands, a pantry of Italian superfoods is the starting point to better health and longevity.Super-Italian helps you stock your shelves with healthy Italian superfoods and create meals that are nutritionally dense, supportive of health, and still downright craveable. The superfoods featured and incorporated into every recipe are:Olives + olive oil: Umbrian Chicken Stew with Green Olives, Kale Salsa Verde, and Grilled Swordfish with Olive Bagna CaudaBeans + Legumes: Artichoke Dip with White Beans, Crunchy Roasted Butter Beans, and Creamy Cannellini BeansCruciferous vegetables: Winter Beans and Greens Soup, Orecchiette with Almond Pesto and Broccoli Rabe, and Green GazpachoSmall fish: Caesar Aioli, Pasta Assassina, and Anchovy Pasta with WalnutsVinegar: Balsamic Chocolate Truffles, Grilled Endive Salad with Citrus and Pancetta, and Filet Mignon with Gorgonzola and BalsamicTomatoes: Sicilian Pesto, Tomatoes Gratinata, and Calabrian PomodoroBy using carbs and fats mindfully and amplifying vegetables, lean proteins, and flavor-boosting superfoods at every meal, Giada shows how easy it is to eat like an Italian. With 100 stunning photographs of finished meals and their superfood components,Giada teaches us that when you start with truly excellent, minimally processed ingredients, simply prepared, you can have your pasta and eat it too!

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