Food from the Sun - 9780007285136

Presenting a radiant collection of recipes inspired by the food from favorite travel destinations?from the al fresco trattorias of Italy to the street food of Vietnam, this cookbook makes the kitchen a place to enjoy that true vacation spirit all year round. Recreating a memorable Mediterranean meal or making mouth-watering Thai dishes is made possible with more than 100 delicious recipes from around the world and shows how easy it can be to cook much-loved cuisines at home. The recipes are innovative yet straightforward, leaving plenty of time for a siesta once the plates are empty. Whether an assortment of flavorsome tapas for a group of friends, a Moroccan feast, or a simple dish with someone special, this book is bursting with inspiration. With beautiful finished food shots and evocative location photography to accompany the recipes, this cookbook will bring sunshine to the kitchen no matter what the weather outside. Recipes include Baked Sea Bass with Lemongrass and Lime, Beetroot Carpaccio with Creamed Goat's Cheese, Spicy Chicken and Mango Noodles, Moroccan Lamb Tagine, Crispy Wild Mushroom Risotto balls with Leek and Smoked Bacon, and Summer Fruit Crumble with Citrus Mascarpone Cream.