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The Latin American Cookbook

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The Latin American Cookbook by Virgilio Martinez invites readers on a culinary journey through the rich and diverse flavours of Latin America. The book features a wide range of recipes, showcasing traditional dishes alongside contemporary interpretations. Each recipe is a celebration of regional ingredients and culinary techniques that highlight the vibrant culture and heritage of Latin American cuisine.
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If you're passionate about exploring diverse culinary traditions, you might enjoy this book for its celebration of the rich and varied flavours across Latin America. It offers a deep dive into traditional recipes, showcasing the vibrant and dynamic food culture of the region, perfect for both cooking enthusiasts and those curious about Latin American cuisine.

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The Latin American Cookbook

The most comprehensive and varied selection of recipes ever published from one of the most fascinating and diverse regions of the world - under the expert tutelage of globally renowned Peruvian chef, Virgilio Martinez

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An extraordinary celebration of the continent's much-loved regional cuisines - with 600 delicious recipes.

Rarely has the incredible range of cuisines from Mexico's tropical coasts to the icy islands at the foot of South America been documented as comprehensively as in this collection.

Global star chef and Peruvian sensation Virgilio Martinez curates with a personal deep dive into each region's food culture, culinary delicacies, and local ingredients. The result: 600 remarkable recipes that bring to life the vibrancy of Latin America and its myriad influencesβ€”indigenous, European, Asian, and beyond.

The Latin American Cookbook offers a window into the rich, diverse, and dynamic food traditions of the continent, expertly arranged for chefs, home cooks, and food enthusiasts everywhere.

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Virgilio Martinez's The Latin American Cookbook is praised for its exploration of diverse culinary traditions across Latin America, showcasing how similar dishes vary between countries. Critics appreciate its comprehensive collection, with over 600 recipes, and see it as both an enriching cultural map and a practical guide for home cooks. The book highlights traditional dishes, important ingredients, and the cultural influences shaping the region's gastronomy, making it a staple for those interested in understanding and cooking Latin American cuisine.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838663124

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 November 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Contributors:

  • Contributions by Nicholas Gill

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 1532g

Pages: 432

About the Author

After cooking in prestigious restaurants around the world, Virgilio Martinez returned to Peru in 2009 and opened Central. Since 2013 Central has appeared on the World s 50 Best list and has been named the #1 restaurant in Latin America multiple times. He co-founded Mater Iniciativa, which documents Latin America s indigenous foods. In 2018, he opened the acclaimed Mil in the Andes above the terraces of Moray. He is featured on Chef s Table and is the author of Central.

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