From Publishers Weekly
Portugal, as much as Portuguese cooking, is the subject of this book, which is enlivened by veteran food writer (coauthor of The NEW Doubleday Cookbook Anderson's familiarity with the country's people, regions, rivers and markets. A lengthy glossary in the introductory section notwithstanding, the narrative is buoyed by historical notes, reminiscences and tips on the best inns and restaurants in Portugal. When Portuguese is used in the recipes, the English translation is also included, thereby precluding the necessity of making frequent reference to the glossary, a mild annoyance with many ethnic cookbooks. The recipes depend on simple ingredients, often in unusual combinations ("pork and clams may sound like a new low in surf 'n' turf dinners, but it is in fact a Portuguese classic"), subtly seasoned with olive oil, bay, tomatoes, garlic and the spices of the East introduced to Portugal by explorer Vasco da Gama at the turn of the 16th century. Meat, fish and chicken, often marinated, and soups are emphasized. In the interests of health and ingredient availability, some traditional Portuguese dishesmany egg sweets and lampreys, or fat eel, delicacieshave been omitted. Photos not seen by PW. Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Book Description
An extensive bilingual glossary explains, defines, and describesPortuguese food, wine, cooking, and restaurant terms.With notes for cooks and travelers on the languageof Portuguese wine, food, and dining.Wine notes have been completely revised and updated.Color photographs of Portugal by the author.
About the Author
Jean Anderson is the author of many cookbooks, including the award-winning The Foods of Portugal (Morrow) and The Doubleday Cookbook.
The Food of Portugal ANNOTATION
Jean Anderson is a 1999 Inductee, Cookbook Hall of Fame, awarded by the James Beard Foundation.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
An extensive bilingual glossary explains, defines, and describesPortuguese food, wine, cooking, and restaurant terms.With notes for cooks and travelers on the languageof Portuguese wine, food, and dining.Wine notes have been completely revised and updated.Color photographs of Portugal by the author.
FROM THE CRITICS
Publishers Weekly
Portugal, as much as Portuguese cooking, is the subject of this book, which is enlivened by veteran food writer (coauthor of The NEW Doubleday Cookbook Anderson's familiarity with the country's people, regions, rivers and markets. A lengthy glossary in the introductory section notwithstanding, the narrative is buoyed by historical notes, reminiscences and tips on the best inns and restaurants in Portugal. When Portuguese is used in the recipes, the English translation is also included, thereby precluding the necessity of making frequent reference to the glossary, a mild annoyance with many ethnic cookbooks. The recipes depend on simple ingredients, often in unusual combinations (``pork and clams may sound like a new low in surf 'n' turf dinners, but it is in fact a Portuguese classic''), subtly seasoned with olive oil, bay, tomatoes, garlic and the spices of the East introduced to Portugal by explorer Vasco da Gama at the turn of the 16th century. Meat, fish and chicken, often marinated, and soups are emphasized. In the interests of health and ingredient availability, some traditional Portuguese dishesmany egg sweets and lampreys, or fat eel, delicacieshave been omitted. Photos not seen by PW. (September 19)
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