The South American Table: The Flavor and Soul of Authentic Home Cooking from Patagonia to Rio de Janeiro, with 450 Recipes (Nym)

Award-winning collection of 450 authentic recipes from South America. “Maria Baez Kijac is an experienced guide to this culinary journey through South America. Each recipe is clearly written, and the myriad flavors beckon the adventurous to try one recipe after another. In addition, Maria is a talented teacher, and her sections on technique will help new students of this cuisine master the dishes with ease and satisfaction. This will be the definitive word on South American food for years to come.” —Art Smith, author of Back to the Table Discusses Also The Geography Of South America, The Pre-columbian Civiliztions Of South America; And A Brief History Of South American Cooking. Includes A Glossary And A Dictionary Of South American Ingredients. The Geography Of South America -- The Pre-columbian Civilizations Of South America -- A Brief History Of South American Cooking -- Beverages -- Hors D'oeuvres And First Courses -- Soups -- Salads -- Poultry And Game -- Meats -- Fish And Shellfish -- Meatless Main Dishes -- Vegetable And Bean Side Dishes -- Grain Dishes -- Condiments -- Breads -- Deserts And Sweets -- Basics -- A Glossary Of South American Ingredients -- A Dictionary Of South American Ingredients. Maria Baez Kijac ; Foreword By Charlie Trotter. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [454]-457) And Index. BEFORE BEGINNING A BOOK THAT encompasses the cooking of an entire continent, it helps to understand the terrain.