- Hardcover: 266 pages
- Publisher: Hippocrene Books Inc.,U.S.; illustrated edition edition (1 Nov 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0781809460
- ISBN-13: 978-0781809467
- Product Dimensions: 22.5 x 14.7 x 2.2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,183,507 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Here is the collection of treasured family recipes that were brought to this country at the turn of the century by the authors' grandparents, immigrants from Aleppo, Syria. All of these recipes are reproductions of meals still prepared in Syria today. While some dishes (like hummus) are prevalent throughout the Middle East, the tastes of Aleppo are unique in their particular mix of spices and textures. This cuisine is also particularly healthy, with many vegetarian recipes reflecting the sophistication.
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Outstanding easy to use Middle Eastern cookbook, 27 Mar 2003
By Jeanne Baccash - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: A Taste of Syria (Hardcover)
"A Taste of Syria" is a wonderful collection of Middle Eastern recipes and a special treasure for those of us who are third and fourth generation descendants of Middle Eastern families. I grew up in Brooklyn and remember fondly the wonderful Syrian cooking of my paternal grandmother and the many wonderful meals eaten at her home. As a teenager and young adult I tried to cook my favorites among these meals but my grandmother's instructions were basically - "a little bit of this or that; you need to see how it tastes or feels." After several unsuccessful efforts, I gave up trying to cook most of these meals and truly missed these wonderful, healthy foods of my childhood. This book has given me back those wonderful recipes and memories. The recipes are clear and provide step by step instructions with many pictures and lots of useful information. The names in Arabic and English and the information on where to get the ingredients are particularly useful. I have tried several of the recipes and they are terrific and taste just the way my Grandmother made them. I have also shared this book with many of my relatives and non-Middle Eastern friends and family who also enjoy this food and are excited that they now can try these recipes. The authors have done a truly outstanding job and I thank them for keeping alive a very special part of our heritage and capturing the essence and quality of Middle Eastern cooking for all.
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Sensational Syrian Cuisine, 9 Mar 2003
By Dr Jack G. Shaheen - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: A Taste of Syria (Hardcover)
"A Taste of Syria" is must reading for any one who enjoys terrific Middle East cuisine. Not only is it the first truly authentic, homespun Syrian cook book published in decades, this outstanding book impressively captures the texture and the life of the Syrian American community as it pertains to its culinary traditions.The authors present delicious Syrian specialities, capitalizing especially on the internationally acclaimed cuisine of Aleppo.And there are two helpful indexes -- dishes are listed by both their Arabic names and their English names. This yummy cook book has it all--how to conveniently prepare tasty lamb, seasoned vegetables, yogurt, as well as favorite staples like Hummus, Baba Ghanouj and Tabouli.What I especially like about this book, which spans two cultures, are the easy-to-follow cooking instructions. This innovative cook book is such a delight I'm seriously considering changing professions and becoming a chef!
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Fabulous Reading and Cooking, 27 Mar 2003
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: A Taste of Syria (Hardcover)
Finally a cook book that reads like a family album. Not only authentically Syrian American foods, but stories of the authors childhood memories and loves. I have tried many of the recipes and the results are spectacular. Easy to follow instruction, I feel sometimes like 'grandma' is in the kitchen teaching me. Thanks for this wonderful slice of your life, and for a book I will use for many years to come. Now I can enjoy my favorite Syrian foods at home without going to Paterson!!
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