This is a box set of 4 books with 265 authentic recipes shown in more than 1160 evocative photographs. It is a collection of 265 timeless Mediterranean dishes, from simple soups and salads to delectable meat, fish and vegetable dishes, and pastries, cakes and desserts. It features uncomplicated, robust and delicious food from Italy, Greece, Spain and France, using the best seasonal produce. It includes classic sun-drenched recipes from each region, such as Sicilian Pizza, Greek Taramasalata, Spanish Paella and Toulouse Cassoulet. It is beautifully illustrated with over 1160 sumputous photographs, including easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and glorious pictures of every finished dish. These four books bring together a fabulous selection of authentic recipes from Italy, Greece, Spain and France, covering appetizers, main courses, salads, breads, sweets and desserts. All the traditional classics are included - such as Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, Loukoumia, Crema Catalana, and Moules Marinieres - as well as a complete guide to identifying, preparing, using and cooking with traditional Mediterranean ingredients. Illustrated with over 1160 beautiful photographs, this essential box set is a delectable collection of recipes as diverse as the people and regions from which they originate, and will bring to life the true taste of the Mediterranean.

This title features the best traditional food and cooking in 25 authentic regional dishes. You can explore the rich and varied delights of French cuisine with 25 authentic recipes presented in this stylish gift book. It features a fabulous collection of recipes of the very best of France including rustic specialities such as Cassoulet and Provencal stew, traditional classics such as Bouillabaise and French Onion Soup, as well as light, elegant contemporary creations such as Grilled Goat's Cheese Salad. Chapters include Soups and Appetizers; Main Meals; Vegetables and Side Dishes; and Desserts, Cakes and Bakes. The introduction gives a fascinating insight into this most revered of cuisines touching upon the landscape, festivals and key ingredients used in the French kitchen. It includes over 85 glorious photographs, showing key techniques and a perfect image of each finished dish. It covers complete nutritional information that is given for every recipe to help with dietary planning. France has a culinary tradition that is one of the finest in the world. Across the regions of France, from the sun-drenched fields of Provence to the wild and rugged Atlantic coast each area has its own atmosphere and distinctive cooking style. At the heart of French cooking are fresh ingredients, locally sourced pungent cheeses, aromatic herbs, delicate butters and creams, fresh fish and shellfish plus an array of game, poultry and meats of the highest quality. The collection of recipes featured here highlights the very best use of these ingredients, from Roquefort and Cucumber Mousse and Mediterranean Fish Stew to Burgundy Beef Stew and Apple Charlotte. The introduction gives an insight into the background of French regional cooking, while stunning photographs of every finished dish are sure to inspire you to recreate the authentic taste of France in your own home.

This title features authentic dishes from a classic cuisine, with over 200 delicious recipes. Traditional French cuisine clearly explained, with the kind of easy-to-follow instructions, tips, and guidance that have been handed down through generations. It includes Moules Marinieres, Bouillabaisse, Coq au Vin, Cassoulet, Creme Brulee, Madeleines and Tarte au Citron. It includes delicious French regional specialities, from verdant Normandy to sun-drenched Provence. This cookbook provides a comprehensive collection of the very best recipes from the home kitchens of France, with 200 dishes for every occasion. Rustic regional specialities such as Ratatouille and Tarte Aux Prunes D'Alsace contrast with special occasion dishes, familiar in the best French restaurants, like Lobster Thermidor, Chateaubriand Bearnaise, or Crepes Suzette. Step-by-step photographs ensure perfect results, whether you are attempting a hot souffle, cooking crepes for the first time, or brushing up on your pastry skills, while an informative introduction gives a fascinating insight into the background of this most revered of cuisines.