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"The food of Lebanon, Syria and Jordan takes me on a journey - a dip into history and scoot through modern life - as every dish has a connection to stories and passion, old traditions and new. Visiting this region is never dull as life unfolds before your eyes with chaos in the noisy streets, colour in the busy markets, and a feast of flavour wherever you go. If there is one thing that can unite communities it is food: the garlicky hummus and tangy smoked aubergine dip; spicy falafel and juicy fattoush; hot buttery pastries that melt in the mouth; comforting rice dishes and bean stews; classic kibbeh in all shapes and sizes; and moreish milk puddings and fritters in scented syrup. There are Muslim feasts and Christian celebrations, Jewish and Armenian traditions, Palestinian communities and Arab heritage - there's a little bit of everything under this vast culinary roof." The culmination of years of research, this evocative volume by award-winning author and cook Ghillie Basan looks in detail at the history and geography, the customs and festivities, as well as all the local ingredients, and presents a mouthwatering selection of classic recipes, all beautifully photographed.

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This title features classic Filipino recipes, made easy with 70 authentic traditional dishes, shown step-by-step in 400 beautiful photographs. It offers a sensational collection of traditional and exotic recipes that captures the essence of the cuisine. It also features a concise introduction about life in the Philippines, with information about the region, the geography, festivals, history and culinary traditions. Each easy-to-follow recipe is illustrated with a beautiful picture of the finished dish, as well as step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results are achieved every time. Complete nutritional information is provided for every recipe, as well as cook's tips and variations. The main section of this book features a collection of over 70 classic and popular recipes. All the classics are included and there are also some wonderful sweet snacks and bakes to try too. More than 400 color photographs illustrate how each dish is made, as well as showing the beautiful final result. Full nutritional information provides an at-a-glance dietary reference, and there are many suggestions for variations as well as cook's tips. If you want to learn more about the cuisine of the Philippines and find out how to make some wonderful dishes using easy-to-follow instructions, and sample the aromatic and fragrant flavours that typify this fabulous food, then this is the perfect choice for you.

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These hearty one-pot meals, flavoured with fragrant spices, are cooked and served from an elegant, specially designed cooking vessel, also called a tagine. In Ghillie Basan’s collection of deliciously authentic recipes you will find some of the best-loved classics of the Moroccan kitchen. Try the sumptuous Lamb Tagine with Dates, Almonds and Pistachios, and the tangy Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon, Green Olives and Thyme. Also included are less traditional but equally delicious recipes for beef and fish – try Beef Tagine with Sweet Potatoes, Peas and Ginger or a tagine of Monkfish, Potatoes, Tomatoes and Black Olives. Hearty vegetable tagines include Baby Aubergine with Coriander and Mint, and Butternut Squash, Shallots, Sultanas and Almonds. Recipes for variations on couscous, the classic accompaniment to tagines, are also given plus plenty of ideas for fresh-tasting salads and vegetable side dishes to serve as part of your Moroccan-style feast.

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Step inside Easy Tagine with simple-to-follow recipes and gorgeous photography, and immerse yourself in the fabulous scents, tastes and colours that are rife in Moroccan cuisine. In this collection of aromatic tagines, salads, side dishes and sweet things, you’ll be sure to find best-loved classics from the Moroccan kitchen. Using all sorts of fabulous herbs and spices – including cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, mint, cumin and coriander (to name only a few!) – this compilation of incredible North African recipes will soon have your kitchen smelling delicious. Learn how to make traditional lamb tagines and all of their amazing variations in the section dedicated to the famous dish. Then discover how to make options such as a Chorizo Tagine with Lentils and Fenugreek, or a Duck Tagine with Pears and Cinnamon. The mixture of sweet and spice is essential to sumptuous Moroccan food, and with this book, you'll learn how to master it all. Explore the myriad of varieties with beef tagines, seafood tagines, vegetable tagines, a section on couscous, a chapter on sweet treats and drinks, and so much more! You’ll never need to step out of your home for a taste of Morocco again!

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This title presents traditional food and cooking in 25 authentic dishes. You can explore the rich and vibrant food of the Lebanon, one of the most exquisite cuisines of the world. It includes traditional dishes such as Falafel, Fattoush and Kibbeh, as well as less well known, but equally delicious, recipes such as Stuffed Apricots with Rice, Baked Red Cabbage with Quince, Roasted Fish with Orange and Lime, plus delectable desserts such as sweet turmeric cakes. The introduction offers a fascinating overview of Lebanese cooking and eating traditions plus a guide to the main ingredients of the country. This classic recipe collection includes a fabulous array of mezes, hot and sizzling main courses, a rich variety of vegetable dishes, and tempting sweetmeats and desserts. Nutritional information for every recipe is given. It is illustrated with wonderful photographs of practical steps and final dishes. Lebanon is world-renowned for its exotic and complex cuisine. The culture is ancient, absorbing influences throughout its history of invasion and foreign rule, all of which have contributed to a cuisine rich in variety and taste. This beautiful little book aims to capture the essence of Lebanese food and introduce the reader to a world of succulently roasted fish and meat, vibrant vegetables and salads, and irresistible desserts and sweets. It is the perfect introduction to anyone wishing to experience classic Middle Eastern cooking at its best.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS' AWARDS 2022 On this culinary journey through the Highlands of Scotland, award-winning food writer Ghillie Basan meets a host of artisan food producers, farmers, crofters, fishermen and distillers. From the wild glens of the Cairngorms, the bountiful waters of the Moray Firth and the rolling farmland of the Black Isle to the sea lochs, moors and mountains of Sutherland and Argyll, she discovers a huge variety of local produce. Here she shares some of the best of it: lamb and grass-fed beef, wild venison, fresh salmon and juicy langoustines, seasonal fruits and berries, cheeses and charcuterie, butter and breads, as well as whisky, gin and beer – and much else besides. Featuring a hundred recipes gleaned along the way, ranging from the traditional to the contemporary, as well as the stories of the people she meets, this is a magnificent celebration of life and food in one of the world’s most beautiful places.

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Now out of print. See 9780754835158 for the new updated and expanded hardback edition. Discover the subtle and enticing taste of traditional Turkish cooking, with its intriguing blend of herbs and spices.

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This title helps you discover the secrets of a culinary tradition characterized by subtle scents, delicate tastes and elegant presentation. It offers full of tempting recipes that draw on the herbs and spices of the souk, the fresh ingredients of the countryside, and the traditions of the Moroccan kitchen. You can enjoy Casablancan Couscous with Roasted Summer Vegetables, Tagine of Lamb with Crunchy Country Salad, Sauteed Herb Salad with Chilli and Preserved Lemon, and Burnt Mulhalbia with Rose-Petal Jam. This beautifully photographed book is full of recipes that evoke the glorious tastes and textures of traditional Moroccan cooking - its exciting use of ingredients, its sweet and spicy combinations, its careful use of petals and flower waters - and places them in a modern context. You can discover tagines of chicken or lamb, enhanced by preserved lemons, prunes and olives. You can enjoy fresh, tangy salads such as Artichoke Hearts with Ginger and Honey, and delectable snacks such as Mini Saffron Fish Cakes. It includes drinks and rich desserts, such as Sweet Couscous with Rose-scented Fruit Compote. Every recipe is clearly explained, and an introduction describes all the ingredients and cooking techniques. Moroccans are well known for their love of wonderful food and generous hospitality, and this book will provide all the inspiration you need to follow their example.

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Over 60 authentic classic recipes from an undiscovered cuisine, shown step-by-step in over 300 stunning photographs An illustrated practical introduction to using ingredients, equipment and techniques

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This title features over 60 step-by-step recipes in 250 photographs. You can discover the secrets of Vietnamese cooking in 60 fresh and fragrant recipes. It contains deliciously authentic recipes from all over Vietnam, including Hanoi Fried Fish with Dill, Baked Stuffed Crab Shells, Garlic-roasted Quails with Honey, and Star Anise Ice Cream. It is beautifully illustrated with over 280 photographs, including easy-to-follow steps and a glorious picture of every finished recipe. It includes a fascinating introduction to the cuisine and culture of Vietnam, from bustling markets stacked with fresh produce to food etiquette and manners. With a whole host of mouthwatering dishes, from soups and noodles to vegetable dishes and sweet snacks, this book will help you explore the essence of Vietnamese culinary tradition. With a predominance of rice, noodles, wheat, beans, fresh vegetables and herbs, and minimum oil, Vietnamese is undoubtedly one of the healthiest cuisines of the world. Varied textures and exotic ingredients provide a range of fragrant delights for the contemporary kitchen. A fact-packed introduction offers a fascinating overview of the cuisine, with a focus on regional variations. The recipe section is the heart of the book, and it contains chapters on soups and snacks; fish and shellfish; meat and poultry; rice and noodles; vegetables, salads, pickles and sauces; and sweet snacks and drinks. There are over 60 tantalizing recipes from all regions of Vietnam, all shown with step-by-step photographs, which make it simple to achieve great results. For anyone wanting to sample these fresh and fragrant tastes, this book will be an inspiring addition to the kitchen shelf.

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This book helps you discover the secrets of this fresh, fragrant and delicate food, with its South-east Asian and French fusion. You can explore the rivers and deltas of Vietnam, the bustling markets of Saigon and Hanoi, and the celebrations and rich traditions that pervade everyday life. You can enjoy classic street food, such as Singapore noodles and Vietnamese spring rolls, delicious main dishes such as Saigon shellfish curry, or one of the sumptuous sweets, such as coconut sorbet or Vietnamese fried bananas. Vietnamese cuisine is one of the jewels of South-east Asia, with a style of cooking that is a wonderful blend of Chinese and Asian ingredients and the traditions of classic French food. With more than 75 authentic recipes - from the national beef noodle soup, pho, which is eaten morning, noon and night, to pork pate spread on warm baguettes and drizzled with nuoc cham - this book gives you the opportunity to recreate a taste of Vietnam in your own kitchen. Make classic street food or sophisticated main meals, or try any one of the delectable sweet snacks that are enjoyed throughout Vietnam. This beautifully written, stunningly photographed book captures the real taste of Vietnam, and is irresistible for anyone who loves good food.

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"Greet a Turk and you will eat. Whether you are in the busy streets of Istanbul, in a small village in Anatolia, on the slopes above Bursa, or in a resort in the Mediterranean, the enticing aroma of grilling, baking, and spices fills the air - warm bread rings covered in sesame seeds; deep-fried mussels with a garlicky sauce; roasted chestnuts, almonds and pistachio nuts; savoury pastries filled with melting cheese; lamb roasting on a spit; aubergines smoking over charcoal; and the scent of fresh peaches. You can try Ottoman puddings in Istanbul; juicy apricots stuffed with rice in Cappadocia; anchovy pilaff along the Black Sea coast; fiery kebabs served on a sword in Adana; and the hallucinogenic honey of Kars in eastern Anatolia. The Turks are passionate about their cuisine. It gives them pleasure to share it with you and it is their generous hospitality that draws me to the country again and again." This glorious volume by award-winning author and cook Ghillie Basan looks in detail at the culinary history and geography, the customs and festivities, as well as the local ingredients, and presents a tantalising selection of classic regional recipes.

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Scotland has some of the best seafood in the world, so we why don’t we eat more of it? Why don’t we highlight the bounty of our seas and the people who fish, produce, sell, preserve and cook it? Acclaimed cooker writer Ghillie Basan embarks on a journey around Scotland’s coastline and over to the islands to capture the essence of our nation’s seafood through the stories of fisherman, farmers, artisan smokers and curers, boat builders and net makers, creels and shacks, skin tanners and age-old traditions. In addition, she offers 90 original recipes showcasing the wonderful produce she encounters on her journeys to all parts of the country. Features a foreword by Gary Maclean, winner of MasterChef: The Professionals

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Brunch should evoke a sense of pleasure and relaxation – and perhaps also the temptation to try something new. Food writer and broadcaster Ghillie Basan offers 50 recipes in seven themed sections: brunch in a bowl, brunch with eggs, brunch on bread, baked potato brunch, sweet-tooth brunch and boozy brunch. Featuring Scottish ingredients in traditional recipes as well as imaginative combinations – from herring in oatmeal with creamy scrambled eggs and cranachan smoothie to pancetta scallops with Caesar salad bruschetta and bacon butties with honey gooseberries – this little book is the perfect inspiration for those days when time is more generous and food less rushed.

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GET INTO MOROCCAN-STYLE COOKING WITH 200 RECIPES FROM THE BESTSELLING HAMLYN ALL COLOUR SERIESTaste the many depths and flavours of Morocco, with 200 recipes for tagines, salads, snacks and much more. Featuring clear photographs and step-by-step instructions, Hamlyn All Colour: 200 Easy Tagines and More is a fantastic choice for cooks of all abilities.Check out some of the other titles in the series:Hamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Super SoupsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Halogen Oven RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Fast Vegetarian RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Cakes & BakesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Gluten-Free RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Really Easy RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Pasta DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Tapas & Spanish DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 More Slow Cooker RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Delicious DessertsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Veggie FeastsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 One Pot MealsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Student MealsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Spiralizer RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Easy Indian DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 CupcakesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Thai FavouritesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 5:2 Diet RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Light Slow Cooker RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Low Fat DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Cakes & Bakes

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