
The Latin American Cookbook (Hardback)
Virgilio Martinez (author), Nicholas Gill (author of contributions)Published: 18/11/2021

This ultimate collection of Latin American cuisine travels from Mexico to Uruguay in pursuit of the region’s most delicious and evocative dishes, beautifully presented in a sumptuously designed hardback volume.
The most comprehensive and varied selection of recipes ever published from one of the most fascinating and diverse regions of the world - under the expert tutelage of globally renowned Peruvian chef, Virgilio Martinez
Rarely has the incredible range of cuisines from Mexico's tropical coasts to the icy islands at the foot of South America been documented as comprehensively as in this collection. Global star chef and Peruvian sensation Virgilio Martinez curates, with a personal deep dive into each region's food culture, culinary delicacies, and local ingredients.
The result: more than 600 remarkable recipes that bring to life the vibrancy of Latin America and its myriad influences - indigenous, European, Asian, and beyond.
Discover traditional and popular recipes for home cooks from Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, and Venezuela, with dishes ranging from iconic - Empanadas, Tamales, Arepas, Tortillas, Quesadillas, and Tacos - to lesser-known specialties - Chilean Disco Fries, Nicaraguan Squash Stew, and Ecuadorian Easter Soup.
Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd
ISBN: 9781838663124
Number of pages: 432
Dimensions: 270 x 180 x 38 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
'Exhaustive ... celebrates the remarkable range of Latin American cuisine' - Time Out
'Peruvian chef Virgilio Martinez shares his vast knowledge and endless passion for the gastronomy and food ways of South America ... an impressive collection of South American cuisines.' - Fine Dining Lovers
'Lively, entertaining, and surprisingly navigable.' - Eater
'The recipes are supplemented with ... a closer look at traditional dishes and important ingredients' - Epicurious
'This labor of love will appeal to readers interested in exploring the diversity of Latin American cuisine.' - Publishers Weekly
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