Knack South American Cooking: A Step-By-Step Guide To Authentic Dishes Made Easy

by Liz Caskey, Francisco Ramirez (Photographer)

Overview

South America still conjures images of the Andes, the Amazon, and Patagonia, to be sure, but today it is also known for its remarkably varied cuisines—which, along with its value-driven quality wines, have taken gourmands well beyond Mexico and Latin America. Enter Knack South American Cooking, a visually sumptuous and informative, step-by-step guide to recreating the continent's predominant authentic flavors in the home kitchen. Covering Peru, Brazil, and countries further south, such as Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay, it brings together 350 savory recipes—everything from ceviche to creamy yucca prawns, as well as grilled meats and classic dishes like hearty black bean stew. 350 full-color photos -100 recipes -250 variations Appetizers * Empanadas * Stews * Salads & Vegetables * Poultry * Beef * Pork * Seafood Grilled Meats * Sauces * Desserts

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781599219189
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	07/13/2010
Series:	Knack: Make It Easy
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Liz Caskey is an American food, wine, and travel writer; business owner; cook and sommelier; television production freelancer. She is the founder and co-founder of Liz Caskey Culinary and Wine Experiences in Santiago, a travel design firm specializing exclusively in food, wine, and cooking-focused journeys in Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay. Francisco Ramirez is a Visual Artist who freelances as a professional photographer. His work has appeared in Celebrated Living, Sherman's Travel, and IN Magazine, among others. He is co-founder of the Liz Caskey Culinary and Wine Tours.