Mediterranean Cookbook, The

Explore the glorious tastes of a sun-drenched cuisine, with an inspiring collection of classic and contemporary recipes. From Spain to Israel, past the islands of Greece and Cyprus, the countries of the Mediterranean are united by their cuisine, which relies on the abundant supply of fruits and vegetables from the land, and fish from the sea. This wonderful book opens with a fascinating history of Mediterranean cooking and follows with a guide to appearance, flavor and culinary uses of the key ingredients used throughout the region.