Hippocrene Books

Old Havana Cookbook

Havana is one of the oldest and most picturesque cities of the western hemisphere. It was a popular winter destination for North American tourists in the 1950s, and this cookbook recaptures the spirit of Old Havana– Habana la vieja– and its celebrated culinary traditions. Cuban cuisine, though derived from its mother country, Spain, has been modified and refined …

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Healthful Indian Flavors with Alamelu

The best of Alamelu’s cookbooks and TV recipes in one volume!”I highly recommend Healthful Indian Flavors with Alamelu to readers who want to take advantage of the powerful, healing antioxidant qualities of spices and at the same time, indulge in the flavor-rich, wholesome offerings of Indian cuisine.” Dr. Bharat Aggarwal, author of Healing Spices: How to Use 50 …

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Nile Style: Egyptian Cuisine and Culture: Expanded Edition

Now available in an expanded paperback edition, Nile Style is the first cookbook devoted to the multi-ethnic and multi-religious history of the Egyptian table. Twenty-five unique menus celebrate occasions such as the Ancient Nile Festival, Ramadan Breakfast, and Passover. Each menu includes a historical and anecdotal introduction along with the recipes. From classics like Fava Bean Puree, Yogurt …

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Muy Bueno: Three Generations of Authentic Mexican Flavor

By popular demand, MUY BUENO is now available in a beautiful hardcover edition! Siéntate a comer, esta muy bueno! {Sit down and eat, it s very good!} This was how Jesusita Mendias-Soza always welcomed guests to her table. The same words served as inspiration for her daughter Evangelina and granddaughters Yvette and Veronica, who wanted to honor her memory …

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Estonian Tastes & Traditions

New paperback edition!The cuisine of Estonia, the northernmost of the Baltic nations, is little known outside the country s borders. Simple and satisfying, the cuisine is based on such staples as potatoes, pork, preserved fish, and dark bread. Sauces are made from milk, sour cream, or cottage cheese and the main flavorings are salt and pepper, onions, and …

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Art of Lithuanian Cooking

“Art of Lithuanian Cooking is a culinary showcase of palate-pleasing regional delights.” –The Midwest Book Review “Here is a collection of Lithuanian recipes that will be welcome on any table.” –The International Cookbook Revue This favorite Hippocrene cookbook includes over 150 authentic Lithuanian recupes such as “Fresh Cucumber Soup,” “Lithuanian Meat Pockets,” “Hunter’s Stew,” “Potato Zeppelins,” as well …

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Art of Lithuanian Cooking

Lithuanian cuisine is famous for its meat dishes and smoked meat products. Stewing and baking predominates, but many cold mixed salads are favorites as well. The most commonly served vegetables are: potatoes, beets, turnips, kohlrabi, beans and cabbage. With over 150 recipes, this cookbook is a collection of traditional hearty Lithuanian favorites like Fresh Cucumber Soup, Lithuanian Meat …

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