The Book of St John

Name: The Book of St John
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781529103212
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Over 100 brand new recipes from London’s iconic restaurant

By Trevor Gulliver and Fergus Henderson

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The Book of St John by Trevor Gulliver and Fergus Henderson offers an exploration of nose-to-tail cooking, capturing the essence of the renowned restaurant, St. John, based in London. The authors share their philosophy of honouring whole animals, set against the backdrop of traditional British cuisine. With rich insights into culinary techniques and ingredients, the book provides both recipes and reflections that celebrate hearty, honest food.
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If you're intrigued by bold British gastronomy and enjoy exploring innovative yet traditional cooking techniques, this book offers a delightful insight into the culinary philosophy and recipes of St. JOHN, the iconic restaurant established by its celebrated creators. You'll appreciate its focus on nose-to-tail eating and the celebration of seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

The Book of St John

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The best-loved and seminal recipes from Fergus Henderson's iconic London restaurant.

The Book of St John is too witty to be a manifesto, but it is a sturdy invocation of the need for comfort, generosity and ritual at the table. And it is a gurglingly delightful compendium of - quite simply - delicious ideas and stories. Nigella Lawson

An unutterable joy from the team behind one of the most influential and important restaurants in Britain. This is much more than a book of recipes, though (glorious as they are). It's also about the importance of the table, of feasting, of friendship, of the white cloth napkin on your knee. And it sings of simple but wonderful pleasures - a bacon sandwich and a glass of cider, a doughnut and a glass of champagne. Diana Henry, The Telegraph

The Book of St. JOHN, part food gospel, part memoir, part recipe book. Observer Food Monthly

Join the inimitable Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver as they welcome you into their world-famous restaurant, inviting you to celebrate 25 years of unforgettable, innovative food.

Established in 1994, St. JOHN has become renowned for its simplicity, its respect for quality ingredients and for being a pioneer in zero waste cooking - they strive to use every part of an ingredient, from leftover stale bread for puddings, bones for broths and stocks, to typically unused parts of the animal (such as the tongue) being made the hero of a dish.

Recipes include:

Braised rabbit, mustard and bacon
Ox tongue, carrots and caper sauce
Duck fat toast
Smoked cod's roe, egg and potato cake
Confit suckling pig shoulder and dandelion
The Smithfield pickled cucumbers
St. JOHN chutney
Butterbean, rosemary and garlic wuzz
Honey and bay rice pudding

Featuring all the best-loved seminal recipes as well as comprehensive menus and wine recommendations, Fergus and Trevor will take a look back at the ethos and working practices of a food dynasty that has inspired a generation of chefs and home cooks.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Book of St John receives acclaim for its engaging prose and delightful mix of ideas and stories, offering a celebration of comfort, generosity, and the culinary legacy of Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver. Critics highlight the book's influence on the British food scene, acknowledging its role in redefining British cuisine over the past two decades. Celebrated chefs describe it as both a tribute to a revolutionary dining experience and an enduring source of inspiration.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529103212

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Ebury Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 252.0mm

Weight: 1385g

Pages: 320

Collections

Cook Books & Recipes Cooking & Food Fergus Henderson Non-Fiction Penguin Books Trevor Gulliver TV & Celebrity Cook Books

About the Author

Fergus Henderson (Author) Fergus Henderson MBE co-founded St. JOHN in 1994 with Trevor Gulliver, following on from the Henderson's cult French House in Soho. The original St. JOHN Smithfield quickly earned a reputation for its concise and innovative menu and became a must-visit destination on the London restaurant scene. Fergus is known for his promotion of nose to tail eating. St. JOHN now have two more restaurants in London - Bread and Wine on Commercial Street and the Neal's Yard Bakery. Trevor Gulliver (Author) Trevor Gulliver opened St. JOHN in Smithfield with Fergus Henderson in 1994. The original St. JOHN Smithfield quickly earned a reputation for its concise and innovative menu and became a must-visit destination on the London restaurant scene. St. JOHN now have two more restaurants in London - Bread and Wine on Commercial Street and the Neal's Yard Bakery.