A sophisticated re-interpretation of the cucina rustica or farmhouse cooking of northern Italy, the food of THE RIVER CAFE' relies on good quality, fresh, seasonal produce - plus authentic Italian ingredients such as polenta, buffalo mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil. The emphasis is very much on the type of cooking found in Italian homes rather than restaurants. Ruth and Rose's direct, uncomplicated approach means that many of the dishes are strikingly simple - fish, meat and vegetables are chargrilled, pan-fried and baked - but all of them, from the Tuscan bread soup Ribollita to main dishes such as Manzo in Tegame( Braised Beef Fillet) and Maiale al Latte(Pork Cooked in Milk) are vibrant with flavour, In addition, there are numerous recipes for Italian-inspired desserts, such as Zabaglione Ice Cream, Almond and Lemon Cake, and Grilled Peaches with Amaretto. (19940726)
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"Rose Gray and Ruth Rogers are cooks of unquestioned skill and dedication. River Cafe Cook Book defined a new era in the worship of food-as-lifestyle accessory. That alone guarantees a place in history" (Guardian Weekend 20020917)
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Features the exquisite but simple Italian country cookery THE RIVER CAFE' which has become one of London's most innovative, influential restaurants. (19940726)
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By Dommy1973
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This volume has been in print now for a number of years and the recipes still feel fresh and challenging as well. It is not a book designed for those who don't already have some basic cooking skill - it is not a 'method' cookbook so if you need to know how to reduce a sauce properly etc then I should get something else to accompany this one e.g.Mastering the Art of French Cooking: Vol 1 for example. However, the recipes in themselves are largely uncomplicated with a focus on the very best of ingredients. There are a wide variety of vegetarian recipes such as Ribollita and Ricotta al forno (a wonderful green souffle), as well as a number of more unusual meat dishes too. Particularly good was the fascinating Pork Roasted with Balsamic Vinegar - one would expect this to be far too acidic and sharp, but with slow cooking, the meat (which is grilled first) is complimented by a rich thick treacle-like goo, not too sweet and with only a hint of acidity - an excellent dish especially for a large group as you can simply leave it to cook. Their game dishes are also very good and the timings of most recipes are pretty accurate for the average household oven. If you want to impress your friends and yourself with fabulous Italian dishes, then this is the book for you.
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Ruth Rogers and Rose Gray's The River Cafe Cook Book and the follow-up River Cafe Cook Book Two changed my life. The recipes are easy to follow and yield consistently sensational results. After the first bite of their Panzanella--Tuscan summer salad--you'll think you're in heaven. And the Winter Minestrone--sublime. It's better (and a whole lot cheaper) than a holiday in Tuscany!
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By Ben
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Despite the embarassing associations of this book - polenta eating, virgin olive oil drizzling Southern yuppies - when you get past these understandable feeling and pick one up, you will have bought one of the best cookbooks you will ever own. The chicken stuffed with mascarpone and rosemary is a favourite, but most of the recipes are incredible. Use the ingredients you can get hold of and don't use the amounts suggested if they seem ridiculous - and you are confident.This book improved our cooking 100%. Buy it, you won't regret it.
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Always wondered about this book but would have been better off borrowing it from the library. The recipes just don't suit my lifestyle I suppose but hey - it looks good on my... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Domestic Goddess
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Very disappointing. The book was received with wholesale sections missing. Not of merchantable quality. Read more
Published 21 months ago by A. F. Tatchell
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fantastic book
I'm a huge fan of the river cafe and also of their philosophy behind preparing all these fantastic dishes. Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2011 by Bettina Nestl
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Buy this book and it will give you they keys to a kingdom of chocolate - the Chocolate Nemesis recipe is possibly the best chocolate cake I have, or will, ever eat. Read more
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prior to ordering this book I wanted to know about condition of book and packing details. The sellers description was accurate and the book arrived in very good condtion
Published on 17 Sep 2009 by Mr. Alan Major
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Great food, poor writing.
My first impression, having bought this book, was enthusiasm. All these great recipes, great ideas. But as I read through the recipes I found the lack of advice and explanation... Read more
Published on 3 July 2004 by A reader
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This is the most outstanding cook book ever!
I agree with the other reviewer - the Winter Minestrone is fabulous - but so are all the other soups - the Sardinian fennel in Book 2 - and the stocks are so simple to make, yet... Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2000
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Do try it if you are not a skilled cook!!!
This a is a lovely cookbook to read with colourful photos. It can give you an idea about what you can find in River Cafe. Read more
Published on 6 Oct 1999
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This book makes interesting menus a pleasure to create
I flicked through this book at a friends house and couldn't put it down. The recipes are imaginitive but simple and most of them are quick. Read more
Published on 17 Aug 1999
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