- Hardcover: 192 pages
- Publisher: Absolute Press (23 Jan 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1904573606
- ISBN-13: 978-1904573609
- Product Dimensions: 23.3 x 17.3 x 3.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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- #84 in Books > Food & Drink > Reference & Gastronomy > History of Food
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This is the story of the spice that changed the world, with 100 stuning recipes. This is a book dedicated exclusively to the world's most valued and fascinating spice. Why is it that pepper and certain foods go together so perfectly? (Think steak au poivre, black pepper crisps, cream cheese and black pepper, or even strawberries and black pepper.) Christine McFadden's evocative collection of recipes from around the world are geared to modern lifestyles and informal eating, inspiring the imagination with unusual ways of using pepper - in cakes and desserts for example - reminding us of pepper's traditional use in pickles and preserves, in sauces and soups, curries and stews. A vivid first-hand description of the pepper gardens and spice markets of Kerala and a fascinating account of pepper's role in shaping history, provide a colourful backdrop to the serious business of cooking with and tasting pepper. The photography is by Jason Lowe. This work is following in the bestselling footsteps of "Cod and Salt".
About the Author
Author of many cookery books and twice nominated for World Food Media Awards Christine McFadden is a well-established food writer with a deep interest in the many aspects of food and its progeny. She has a passion for spices and seasonings and the way in which they transform the character of a dish; she also has a particular interest in the historical impact ingredients such as these have on culture, politics and economics. She is an active member of the Slow Food Movement.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I took a bit of a chance on this one. It was among my Recommendations, and not a title I'd have normally picked up on (or a peck of, either), but perusal in a live bookshop convinced me to buy it. And I have not regretted it. The book is packed full of pepper facts, and a feast of recipes, some of which are surprising, others happily familiar. It is also beautifully produced, which may figure less for some, but is always a winner in my, er, book.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I met this author on the set of Market Kitchen, listened to her being interviewed about the research for the book, and the many numerous pepper varieties out there and then was lucky enough to speak with her and look at the book. I just had to order it. For me, this book is as much about education and reference as it is about the recipes.
0 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I had this book in my wishing list for 3 years and as no one bought it so I did.
I have always be interested in peppers and I use it every day and do my own mix. I have got 10 different sort of peppers but in the book there are plenty more though there will be difficult to find.
The book is divided in several parts, history of pepper, pepper trade, pepper family, uses (culinary, medicinal...), tasting notes and recipes (salads, soups, fish, meat, pasta and rice, vegetables, cakes and biscuits, spice blends, seasoning and sauces).
A great book for pepper's lovers.
I have always be interested in peppers and I use it every day and do my own mix. I have got 10 different sort of peppers but in the book there are plenty more though there will be difficult to find.
The book is divided in several parts, history of pepper, pepper trade, pepper family, uses (culinary, medicinal...), tasting notes and recipes (salads, soups, fish, meat, pasta and rice, vegetables, cakes and biscuits, spice blends, seasoning and sauces).
A great book for pepper's lovers.
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