Synopses & Reviews
An award-winning food writer's book of recipes from the diverse culinary traditions of Latin America. Elisabeth Luard's collection of authentic Latin American recipes spans Mexico in the north to the southern tip of Argentina. Based on 84 key ingredients, the book includes old favorites and little-known regional specialties. Each recipe showcases a specific ingredient and demonstrates its versatility. Cocoa, for example, flavors sweet Brazilian Brownies and savory Mexican Chicken Mole. Lime adds zest to Guacamole and is the key ingredient of Shrimp Ceviche. Vibrant photographs of both the dishes and the locations where they originated create a sense of place and tantalize the palate in this definitive guide to some of the world's most enduring culinary traditions.
Synopsis
An award-winning food writer presents this collection of more than 200 recipes from Latin America that are based on 84 key ingredients. From cocoa used in Brazilian brownies to the lime in guacamole, Luard provides 300 vibrant photos of both the dishes and the location of their origin.