The Food of Spain
1st Edition
Published on 22. September 2016
512 pages
978-0-241-96113-1 (ISBN)
Description
Immerse yourself in the vibrant dishes and enchanting flavours of Spain with Claudia Roden's inimitable guide
'A real classic by a superb food writer. This will be on my shelf for many years' 5***** Reader Review
'The best Spanish cook book you will find . . . Very well written and easy to follow' 5***** Reader Review
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After spending five years researching and writing about the food of Spain, Claudia Roden has produced this definitive, passionate and evocative guide to the food of Spain.
With fascinating insights into the different regions, histories and cultures at the heart of this country, The Food of Spain is a loving testament to that which binds it all together - the delicious food and recipes passed down through generations.
Alongside her guide to traditional Spanish cooking techniques and staple ingredients, you'll find delicious recipes including . . .
? TAPAS: Catalan Tomato Bread, Salt Cod Fritters and Ham Croquettes
? SOUPS: Cream of Pumpkin Soup and Potato, Cabbage and Bean Soup
? SAVOURY PASTRIES: Creamy Leek Tart and Tomato, Pepper and Tuna Empanadas
? VEGETABLE DISHES & SALADS: Orange Salad and Aubergines Fritters with Honey
? RICE & PASTA: Seafood Paella and Pasta with Peas, Chicken and Pork Chops
? MEAT DISHES: Salmon in a Brandy Sauce and Marinated Leg of Lamb
From simple, rustic tapas and delicately flavoured soups, to elaborate celebratory dishes served on silver platters and cakes and desserts each with a story to tell, this is the book about Spain to learn from and to cook from.
'A real classic by a superb food writer. This will be on my shelf for many years' 5***** Reader Review
'The best Spanish cook book you will find . . . Very well written and easy to follow' 5***** Reader Review
________
After spending five years researching and writing about the food of Spain, Claudia Roden has produced this definitive, passionate and evocative guide to the food of Spain.
With fascinating insights into the different regions, histories and cultures at the heart of this country, The Food of Spain is a loving testament to that which binds it all together - the delicious food and recipes passed down through generations.
Alongside her guide to traditional Spanish cooking techniques and staple ingredients, you'll find delicious recipes including . . .
? TAPAS: Catalan Tomato Bread, Salt Cod Fritters and Ham Croquettes
? SOUPS: Cream of Pumpkin Soup and Potato, Cabbage and Bean Soup
? SAVOURY PASTRIES: Creamy Leek Tart and Tomato, Pepper and Tuna Empanadas
? VEGETABLE DISHES & SALADS: Orange Salad and Aubergines Fritters with Honey
? RICE & PASTA: Seafood Paella and Pasta with Peas, Chicken and Pork Chops
? MEAT DISHES: Salmon in a Brandy Sauce and Marinated Leg of Lamb
From simple, rustic tapas and delicately flavoured soups, to elaborate celebratory dishes served on silver platters and cakes and desserts each with a story to tell, this is the book about Spain to learn from and to cook from.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
File size
198,09 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-241-96113-1 (9780241961131)
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Claudia Roden was born and brought up in Cairo. She finished her education in Paris and later studied art in London. She writes about food with a special interest in the social and historical background of cooking.
With the publication of the bestselling A Book of Middle Eastern Food in 1968, Claudia Roden revolutionized Western attitudes to the cuisines of the Middle East. Her books include the international award-winning classic, The Book of Jewish Food, as well as The Food of Italy and Arabesque. Claudia has won six Glenfiddich awards for her writing, and in 1989 was awarded Italy's two most prestigious food prizes.
With the publication of the bestselling A Book of Middle Eastern Food in 1968, Claudia Roden revolutionized Western attitudes to the cuisines of the Middle East. Her books include the international award-winning classic, The Book of Jewish Food, as well as The Food of Italy and Arabesque. Claudia has won six Glenfiddich awards for her writing, and in 1989 was awarded Italy's two most prestigious food prizes.
