The essential book for experiencing the joy of sitting down to dinner in a Latin household. Garces celebrates the cuisines of Ecuador, Cuba, Mexico, Peru, and Spain with signature menus for weekday cooking and festive celebrations.
The flavors and cooking styles of Spain and Latin America have become increasingly popular with American diners and foodies. In this debut collection of recipes, chef Jose Garces explores the future direction of these cuisines through the use of new ingredients and techniques; for example, the classic Mexican dish Turkey Mole featuring sesame-seed praline and shavings of Valrhona chocolate. Professional chefs and adventurous home cooks will find unlimited inspiration in this comprehensive and beautifully designed book.