- From the editor of Saveur magazine
- Draws on Spanish and French influences
- Includes the history and culture of Cataluña
- Wonderful guide to creative cooking
Colman Andrews, editor of the highly respected Saveur magazine, is a man of great taste. In this book he draws on years of experience with the cuisine of Spain and his beloved Cataluña. Catalan Cuisine is individualistic and rustic at the same time -- drawing on both Spanish and French influences. It is both the cooking of the seacoast of the Mediterranean, and of the villages nestled in the rugged Pyrenees Mountains. (more info)
- From the editor of Saveur magazine
- Draws on Spanish and French influences
- Includes the history and culture of Cataluña
- Wonderful guide to creative cooking
Colman Andrews, editor of the highly respected Saveur magazine, is a man of great taste. In this book he draws on years of experience with the cuisine of Spain and his beloved Cataluña. Catalan Cuisine is individualistic and rustic at the same time -- drawing on both Spanish and French influences. It is both the cooking of the seacoast of the Mediterranean, and of the villages nestled in the rugged Pyrenees Mountains. Mr. Andrews gives you much more than a cookbook -- his is an authoritative guide to the history, culture, and cuisine of the northeast section of Spain -- Catalonia -- whose cultural center is Barcelona. He provides background information followed by sections on the sauces basic to Catalan cooking, raw ingredients, and recipes. It is the perfect publication for one who would like to branch out into some creative cooking. (close) |