Pirogi, vodka and blini are familiar enough to many people, but what surprises might await us when we try ukha, khachapuri, or plov? Russia, aind the former Russian Empire, offer a wealth of culinary delicacies that are hardly known to us, a myriad of foods and flavors fed by the most diverse influences and cultures at the intersection …
Those who seek out the land of the Greeks with their souls also like to nourish their bodies à la Greek. In the homeland of Homer, Sophocles, and Plato, where historical-cultural treasures and Mediterranean flair are part of everyday life, the love of good food is an integral element of the culture. This volume of Culinaria leads us …
Culinaria Germany invites the reader to venture a look into the cooking pots from Frankfurt to Berlin and from Hamburg to Munich. Whether freshly caught Matjes from the North, or original Swabian Maultaschen, this book’s authentic recipes, covering the full range of regional and national specialties, and its wealth of background information, can stir the heart of even …
Just like religious festivals, songs, or humor, cuisine is a constitutive part of the Jewish tradition. In this book, Parisian delicatessen-owner Florence Kahn shares with us century-old Yiddish recipes that not only feed the hungry, but also delight the soul. Classics of Jewish cuisine, including meals for religious holidays, are explained step-by-step and illustrated by mouth-watering photographs. Florence …
In Pasta, hungry and impatient gourmets will find more than 50 delicious fresh or dry pasta dishes, all within the reach of the keen cook, many achievable within minutes. Pasta’s huge variety of shapes, textures, colors, and flavors make it the ideal ingredient for starters, salads, main courses with meat, seafood, or vegetables—and even desserts (ravioli filled with …
There is always a good reason to toast with a glass of champagne, cava or prosecco. But what kind of sparkling wine is best suited for which occasion? This volume offers a comprehensive overview of the best international sparkling wines, ranging from supreme quality products to wines at a more affordable price.All sparkling wines are portrayed with information …
