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by Simone And Inés Ortega (Author), Ferran Adrià (Contribution by), Javier Mariscal (Artist)
The bestselling book on traditional and authentic Spanish home cooking, with 1,080 easy-to-follow recipes
Spanish cooks have trusted and relied on this traditional home-cooking companion ever since it was first published over 40 years ago, with millions of copies sold to date. True to its original title 1080 recetas de cocina it contains a comprehensive collection of 1,080 authentic Spanish recipes, covering everything from tortilla to bacalao. In addition to its simple, easy-to-follow recipes, there are also menu plans, cooking tips, and a glossary and the book is fully illustrated throughout with specially commissioned photographs and over 500 illustrations by the famous Spanish graphic designer and illustrator, Javier Mariscal. This best-selling classic is a friendly and approachable book for all home cooks and covers every Spanish dish you could wish to make.Author Biography
With a career in food writing spanning 50 years, Simone Ortega was the foremost authority on traditional Spanish cooking, and contributed articles and recipes to countless newspapers and magazines.
Inés Ortega has written many cookbooks and she collaborated with her mother on this book, the first translation into English of her mother's classic home-cooking companion.
Ferran Adrià won three Michelin stars for his acclaimed restaurant elBulli. Since its closure in 2011, he has been lecturing globally and developing the elBullifoundation, a culinary academy and think tank, on the site of the former restaurant.
Javier Mariscal is one of the most highly respected illustrators and designers working today. His work covers a multitude of disciplines, from graphic and industrial design to furniture, interiors, animation and multi-media projects.
