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Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes

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Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes is a culinary journey through the Mediterranean, showcasing vibrant dishes and flavours from countries such as Italy, France, Spain, and Greece. The book features a collection of recipes inspired by the diverse and rich culinary traditions of the region, emphasizing fresh, simple, and delicious ingredients that encapsulate the essence of Mediterranean cooking. Rick Stein's passion for authentic food and travel is evident as he shares anecdotes and insights from his explorations.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about Mediterranean cuisine and love exploring diverse, mouth-watering recipes that bring the sun-soaked flavours of the region into your kitchen. It may appeal to you if you appreciate culinary adventures and authentic dishes inspired by coastal travels, offering both delightful insights and practical cooking advice.

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Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes

Mediterranean food is the simple cooking of simple ingredients. This book introduces with a diary of author's gastronomic journey, recounting the many interesting characters and interesting dishes he discovered en-route. It contains over 100 recipes divided by types of ingredient or types of dish - from mezze and tapas to calamari and couscous.

An amazing new cookbook from Britain's favourite TV chef, exploring the many and varied cuisines of the Med.

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From Britain's favourite TV chef, an amazing cookbook exploring the many and varied cuisines of the Med.

Approach the Mediterranean Sea from any direction and you know you've entered a different world. Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes culinary odyssey takes in both the islands and coast of this remarkable region.

Travelling often by public ferry boat, and encountering extraordinary people along the way, Rick has sought out the very best of the region's food. This is a land where culinary trends are looked down upon. What matters is how good the lemons are this year and who is pressing the best olive oil. Rick's pick of more than 100 recipes includes Catalan Grilled Stuffed Mussels, Feta and Mint Pastries, Puglian Fava Bean Puree, Corsican Oysters with a Pernod and Tarragon Dressing, Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives, Sicilian Orange Cake and Corfiot Rice Pudding.

Fully illustrated with beautiful food photography by Earl Carter and landscape photography by Craig Easton, Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes is a fascinating journey into a rich and varied culinary heritage.

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Rick Stein's Mediterranean Escapes is praised for its exquisite collection of recipes that highlight the author's profound passion for Mediterranean cuisine. The book transports readers with vibrant imagery and is filled with mouth-watering recipes, from Sicilian rice balls to Moroccan orange salad, embodying the simplicity and heartiness of Mediterranean cooking. The reviews commend Stein for his engaging presentation and the ability to make cooking an enjoyable, yet effortless experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780563493662

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 August 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BBC Books

Illustration: 100 food and location pix

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 283.0mm

Weight: 1135g

Pages: 216

About the Author

Rick Stein's passion for using good quality local produce and his talent for creating delicious flavour combinations in his books and restaurants have won him a host of awards, accolades and fans. As well as presenting a number of television series, he has published many best-selling cookery books, including French Odyssey, Coast to Coast, Far Eastern Odyssey and Spain. Rick is a firm supporter of sustainable farming and fishing techniques, which he strives to maintain in Padstow, Cornwall, where he runs four acclaimed restaurants and a seafood cookery school, as well as a delicatessen and patisserie. In 2003 Rick was awarded an OBE for services to West Country tourism. He divides his time between Padstow and Australia, where he opened a restaurant, Rick Stein at Bannister's, in 2009.

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