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The Arabesque Table

Contemporary Recipes from the Arab World
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The Arabesque Table by Reem Kassis reimagines Middle Eastern cuisine through a rich tapestry of both tradition and modernity. The book offers a wide array of recipes that are rooted in the region's heritage while embracing contemporary culinary influences. Embark on a gastronomic journey that blends old-world flavours with fresh perspectives, tailored for today's kitchens.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a rich culinary journey that blends the traditional and modern flavours of the Arab world. As you explore its pages, you'll find innovative yet authentic recipes that bring together history and contemporary influences to create dishes perfect for any occasion.

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The Arabesque Table

Much-loved author and James Beard nominee Reem Kassis presents an acclaimed and unique collection of original contemporary recipes tracing the rich history of Arab cuisine.

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The Arabesque Table takes inspiration from the traditional food of the Arab world, weaving Reem Kassis's cultural knowledge with her contemporary interpretations of an ancient, remarkably diverse cuisine.

She opens up the world of Arabic cooking today, presenting a mosaic of 130 delicious, accessible home recipes - from simple salads to flavourful mains and fragrant desserts.

Organized by primary ingredient, her narratives formed by her experiences and influences bring the dishes to life, as does the book's vivid photography.

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The Arabesque Table has been widely praised for its creative reinterpretation of traditional dishes. The book offers a dazzling set of recipes that explore the cross-cultural culinary history of the Arab world. Reem Kassis draws on her Palestinian heritage, adding a modern twist to traditional dishes and weaving together history, memoir, and recipes. With 130 contemporary recipes, it provides a blend of personal anecdotes and culinary exploration, enriched with captivating stories and cultural insights.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838662516

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Contributors:

  • Designed by Hans Stofregen

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 1220g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Reem Kassis is the author of Phaidon's acclaimed cookbook The Palestinian Table, which won the Guild of Food Writers First Book award and a Gourmand World Cookbook award and was a James Beard Best International Cookbook award finalist and NPR Best Book. She grew up in Jerusalem, then lived in the US, France, Germany, Jordan, and the UK. She now lives in Philadelphia.

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