The Food and Life of Oaxaca, Mexico: Traditional Recipes from Mexico's Heart |
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Zarela Martínez
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Pages: 354 (Hardcover)
Editor: Anne Mendelson
ISBN: 0028603508
Pub: John Wiley & Sons
Pub date: 1997-12-08
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 137191
Reader Reviews:
An intimate journey of Food and Tradition! (0/0 people found this helpful)
Details. What I love about Zarela's writing is her attention to details. The recipes and stories inspired me to take a trip to Oaxaca. I garden and was looking for the elusive Oregano de Oaxaca! I will share this with you; If you are going to Oaxaca just to sample the food, there is no need. Cook the recipes. You are there! This book is worth it's weight in love!
These recipes really impressed my Oaxacan husband ! (0/0 people found this helpful)
Many practical recipes can be found in this book and they are good for. Probably the best part of the book is the Basics of Oaxacan Cooking, including an explanation of different chiles and techniques. My favorite recipe is "Gallina en Tesmole". The yellow and green mole recipes are also excellent. I have impressed many Oaxaquenos with recipes from this book, and I am just learning to cook Mexican-style. Highly recommended!
A wonderful book about a magical place. (0/0 people found this helpful)
This book captures the true spirit of the State and City of Oaxaca better than anything that I have read. It describes the diverse subcultures that make up that magic that is felt there and gives insight into the reasons those cultures survived through the past hundreds of years. Since food is an important part of that, or any other culture, the book does an outstanding job of presenting this aspect as well. As a long time visitor to the area I would rate this book as important for anyone who anticipates visiting there.
Authentic Mexican (0/0 people found this helpful)
This is the finest cookbook on Oaxaca's world famous regional cooking. I have been there several times to enjoy the people and food. I have looked for years for recipe to make "yellow moles". The book is clear, well-researched and loving presented.
An excellent book. (0/0 people found this helpful)
This is an absolutely wonderful book, especially for those of us who love Oaxaca. Ms. Martinez descriptions of Oaxaca make one want to pack and go now. The recipes are great and very authentic. They are also clear and understandable for cooks who may not be accustomed to Mexican cooking methods. Thanks, Zarela for another great book.
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