The World of Spice by Michael Bateman

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  • ISBN 10 1856266745
  • ISBN 13 9781856266741
  • Published Sep 28 2006
  • Format Paperback
  • Page Count 240
  • Language English
  • Edition Revised edition
  • Countries United Kingdom
  • Publisher Kyle Cathie
  • Imprint Kyle Cathie

Publishers Text

Spices hold the key to the culinary history of the world and "The World of Spice" explores the subtle shadings in provincial spice palettes that represent the complex layering of local cuisines. Journeying to the far corners of the globe, award-winning writer Michael Bateman uncovers an intriguing blend of food and travel to plot a spice trail for the modern age. In 200 exquisite recipes from fiery Cajun redfish to traditional English Christmas pudding, he rediscovers ancient skills that tease out the fullest flavours in main dishes, light appetisers and salads, warming soups and stews and sensational desserts, alongside a host of delicate spice mixtures, pastes, sauces and side dishes. Combining culinary, botanical and historical information with wonderful anecdotes, delicious recipes and vibrant food and travel photography, "The World of Spice" has been a lifetime in the making. It will fascinate every gourmet, globe-trotter, food historian and modern-day cookery enthusiast.

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