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Herbs are the most liberating and confidence-boosting of ingredients: grow some and you feel like a proper gardener, bring some into the kitchen and you feel like a proper cook. They allow you to experiment and bring individuality to your cooking while, at the same time, anchoring you in sound culinary tradition because herbs are often responsible for those key flavours that 'make' a dish. Not only that but they are a step on the road to a more self-sufficient, homegrown, organic way of eating. In the first part of the book, Nikki explains how to get the most from herbs. She outlines the basic choosing, picking and using guidelines. The second part is a catalogue of herbs, each with grow-your-own notes, flavour descriptions and mini-recipes. Among the forty herbs that Nikki describes are basil, bay, bergamot, chives, coriander, dill, fennel, horseradish, hyssop, marigold, marjoram, mint, parsley, perilla, rocket, rosemary, sage, scented geranium, tarragon, thyme, wild garlic and winter savory. Following this are over fifty wonderful and adaptable recipes for everything from herb-scented cakes and biscuits to soups, stuffings and tarts, where more than one herb is, or can be, used. With an introduction by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and full-colour photographs, Herbs is a must-have book for every kitchen.
About the Author
Formerly Deputy Editor of the award-winning magazine Waitrose Food Illustrated, Nikki Duffy also wrote a weekly food column in the Guardian. She worked for three years as the River Cottage Food Editor and is now a freelance food writer.
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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I confess to being slightly disappointed by this book. I had high expectations, having previously purchased other River Cottage handbooks and been totally wowed by them. With the other books in this series, the basics are covered for total novices but there are also some some really exciting tips and recipes. With this book, it never seems to get beyond the basic information that is easily found elsewhere. Don't get me wrong, this book isn't bad, just a little ordinary. If you are new to growing and cooking herbs, then you will find this book useful as it is well organised. If you want something more exciting, then look elsewhere.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have a number of other River Cottage books, some brilliant,some not so good. I'm afraid this falls into the latter category. It's ok as far as it goes, but there is nothing in it that hasn't already been done elsewhere. I was, frankly, a little disappointed.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have a number of other herb books by another well-known 'herb' author and bought this one to add to my collection.
I have to say that I am disappointed. Although there is adequate information it doesn't really add anything to what is already available.
I have to say that I am disappointed. Although there is adequate information it doesn't really add anything to what is already available.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Smashing little book.
This year i've created my own herb garden in a few different forms and I needed a companion, something to offer advice where needed and how I can make the most of my herbs at a... Read more
Published 7 days ago by Ricco
Another winner from River Cottage
I have three other books from this series and like them this book does not disappoint. It feels nice to hold, has lovely photographs and text written in a style that's a pleasure... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Amanda
great book
I always enjoy the style of the river cottage handbooks which are very informative and inspiring -even if you think you know a lot about a subject. Delivered promptly.
Published 1 month ago by lynda
River Cottage Handbook - Herbs
I have bought this handbook on Herbs as a present for my Sister. She already has a couple of the River Cottage handbooks which she absolutely loves including the Hedgerow.
Published 1 month ago by Debbiedo
Fantastic book
Another great book in the river cottage series. Lots of usefull information and beautiful pictures. My meals will be even more tastful now !
Published 1 month ago by J. Boesveld
A fantastic book...
First the disclaimer - I took the photographs for the book which might make you think I'm biased. I can't do much about that but I can tell you that I've had the opportunity to try... Read more
Published 2 months ago by MarkD
i love my herb book
i have bought 8 out of 10 river cottage handbooks and i think this is brilliant i hope to get a greenhouse soon and im already making plans of what to grow obviously there are... Read more
Published 2 months ago by L. J. Vodden
As I expected
I have a few of the other handbooks, and have found them to be very interesting, written by experts who want to share knowledge and teach others. This one is the same. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Emma Heasman-Hunt
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