Basque Country: A Culinary Journey Through a Food Lover's Paradise [Hardcover]

No single cuisine has more clout with chefs and foodies than Basque food. Located in the north of Spain, the region is regarded as one of the top culinary destinations in the world, and yet it remains relatively inaccessible to outsiders. Basque Country brings this region to life with a magical, vivid journey into the unique culture and the ingredient-focused cuisine of the Basque people, with recipes, a narrative enhanced by stories about the local customs, and striking photography. Unlike those in other books that have come before, the recipes in Basque Country will be presented in their cultural context to help demystify this enigmatic place. Readers will learn the significance of pintxos and festival foods. Theyll experience recipes such as Spanish Omelette (Patata Tortilla), Stuffed Peppers (Pimientos Rellenos), Garlic Soup (Baratxuri Zopa), Tomato Pepper Stew (Piperrada), and Pork Hash with Paprika (Txitxikis), among other dishes using ingredients typical of the region: salt cod, anchovies, and Spanish ham. The photos will transport the reader straight to the mountains, beaches, and stunning vistas seen only in this part of the world. Written by a chef and writer who has lived in the region for more than seven years, Basque Country brings the beauty, tradition, and taste of Basque into the stunning pages of a cookbook.