{"title":"Mely Martínez","description":"\u003cp\u003eMely Martínez is a celebrated culinary expert known for bringing the vibrant and authentic flavours of Mexican cuisine into homes around the world. Her passion for Mexican cooking is beautifully captured in her books \u003cem\u003eMexico in Your Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Mexican Home Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e, both of which are essential reads for anyone interested in the rich culinary traditions of Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on traditional recipes passed down through generations, Martínez provides readers with detailed guidance and tips, ensuring that even novice cooks can recreate the taste and feel of a genuine Mexican kitchen. Her books fall under the \u003cem\u003eCooking \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/em\u003e category and are highly regarded for their easy-to-follow instructions and insightful commentary on Mexican culture and ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking to whip up a classic mole or explore the diverse regional dishes of Mexico, Mely Martínez's books offer a delightful journey into the heart of Mexican home cooking. Her approachable style and expert advice make her works a must-have for your culinary collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-mexican-home-kitchen-by-mely-martinez-9781631066931","title":"The Mexican Home Kitchen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over 75 recipes, \u003cem\u003eThe Mexican Home Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e compiles the traditional home-style dishes enjoyed every day in Mexican households—with a great influence from the states of Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon, Veracruz, Puebla, Estado de Mexico, Tabasco, and Yucatan. It includes breakfasts, stews, soups, pastas, rice dishes, and moles, alongside dishes like enchiladas, picadillo, and milanesa, and is rounded out with delicious salsas, drinks, and desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Mely Martinez, Mexican cooking has always been about family, community, and tradition. Mely started helping in the kitchen at a very young age, being the oldest daughter of eight children. She spent summers at her grandmother's farm in the state of Veracruz, where part of the daily activities included helping to grind the corn to make masa. She began her popular blog, \u003cem\u003eMexico in My Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e, to capture the recipes and memories of her home for her son, so that he will someday recreate and share these dishes with his own family. In the meantime, her blog has become the go-to source for those looking for authentic home-style Mexican cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate these favourite dishes using inexpensive, easy-to-find ingredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCaldo de Pollo (Mexican chicken soup)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeef Birria (shredded beef cooked in a red stew)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTacos de Bistec (steak tacos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSopes (a street food made with dough and topped with various meat fillings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePork Carnitas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSalsa Taquera (salsa for tacos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePork Tamales\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRed and Green Enchiladas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePastel de Tres Leches (a luscious and moist cake that's a Mexican favourite)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBunuelos (crispy dough fritters coated in sugar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGorditas (classic Mexican street food with a variety of fillings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQueso Fundido (a melted cheese appetiser, topped with chorizo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMole Poblano (one of the most classic and popular moles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTamales de Elote (sweet tamales with a ground corn filling)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNopales recipes (recipes made with cactus paddles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmpanadas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChilaquiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChicken Tingas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplete with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, stunning photos, recipe stories, and cooking tips, \u003cem\u003eThe Mexican Home Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e will have you enjoying the fresh flavours of Mexico in no time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46522474463468,"sku":"9781631066931","price":66.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781631066931.jpg?v=1749074503"},{"product_id":"mexico-in-your-kitchen-by-mely-martinez-9781631069376","title":"Mexico in Your Kitchen","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly acclaimed Mexican cuisine specialist Mely Martínez provides traditional Mexican recipes in \u003cem\u003eMexico in Your Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e, a cookbook that will remind you of home while simultaneously expanding your culinary repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting her cooking journey from childhood, Mely Martínez has rooted her expertise in family and culture. With her acclaimed cookbook \u003cem\u003eThe Mexican Home Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e, she successfully transported her fragrant flashbacks into the homes and kitchens of fans around the world. Mely continues her journey by capturing even more of her flavourful recipes in \u003cem\u003eMexico in Your Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e, including authentic dishes inspired by the states of Tamaulipas, Nuevo León, Veracruz, Puebla, Estado de México, Tabasco, and Yucatán. In every section, she invites you to experience the taste of Mexico, providing tips and stories that will fill your hearts just as much as your stomachs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialised for the home cook, \u003cem\u003eMexico in Your Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e includes a varied collection of easy-to-follow recipes filled with accessible and fresh ingredients. With an unintimidating approach to authentic Mexican cuisine, Mely includes dishes such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBirria (popular shredded beef stew in ancho pepper broth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSincronizadas (flour tortilla-based quesadilla)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGorditas (masa and stuffed cheese)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTacos al Pastor (pork shoulder tacos)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEspegueti con pobiano (spaghetti with cream and poblano peppers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTamales de Hoja de Plátano (tamales wrapped in banana leaves)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsalada de nopales (nopales salad)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePan de elote (corn bread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSopa de Conchitas (tomato soup with shell pasta)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCaldo de Camerón (shrimp soup)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eand many more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with beautifully photographed dishes, \u003cem\u003eMexico in Your Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e brings more of the rich aromas and flavours of Mexico to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833302241516,"sku":"9781631069376","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20027043482768.jpg?v=1758451382"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mely-martinez.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}