Dutch and Belgian Food and Cooking: Explore the Traditions, Tastes and Ingredients of Two Classic Cuisines - Hardcover

Moor, Janny De

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0754820556 ISBN 13: 9780754820550

Publisher: Lorenz Books, 2010

Synopsis

Explore the traditions, tastes and ingredients of two classic cuisines, with more than 150 authentic recipes shown step by step in 800 photographs Here is a wonderful collection of more than 150 step-by-step recipes, ranging from simple farmhouse fare to timeless classics and fashionable urban innovations. The book opens with a comprehensive guide to the culinary history, culture and traditions of the Dutch and Belgian people, providing an insight into the development of the classic recipes, while a directory of ingredients explores the most commonly used local foods. These include fresh vegetables, in particular potatoes, asparagus and Belgian endives; a range of flavourings, such as artisan spices, vinegars, mustards and beers; and, an abundance of fresh fish and shellfish. Packed with over 800 stunning pictures, cook's tips and variations, this book is perfect for discovering the wonderful array of tantalizing dishes that the Dutch and Belgian gastronomies have to offer. This is an exciting guide to the food of the Netherlands and Belgium, complete with over 150 easy-to-follow recipes shown step by step and there are more than 800 evocative photographs to both inspire and guide. An introduction covers the food history, culture and traditions, including information on the local produce and some of the national festivities. Chapters cover soups; appetizers; snacks and street food; fish and shellfish; poultry and game; meat; salads and side dishes; and, a mouthwatering selection of desserts and drinks and a section on baking and breads. Cook's tips, variations and complete nutritional breakdowns are provided throughout.

About this title

About the Author

Janny de Moor is a freelance culinary writer and photographer working from 't Harde, in the Netherlands, who has written over 20 cookery books. In 2004 she won the prestigious Wina Born Award for the best culinary publication in the Netherlands. Suzanne Vandyck was born in Belgium and later moved to California, where she established Worldchefs International LLC (www.worldchefs.net). Suzanne published an international recipe book on clay cooking, Cooking for Healthy Living with Vita Clay, and has received numerous awards, including Outstanding Culinary Instructor Recognition in 2006 for ACE (Cupertino Adult and Community Education), Sunnyvale, California.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lorenz Books
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0754820556
• ISBN 13: 9780754820550
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 256