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Synopsis

* More than 70 recipes exploring the cuisines of Romania, Bulgaria and the former Yugoslavia, including soups and appetizers, meat and poultry, fish dishes, vegetables, grains and pasta, desserts and cakes

* All the classic Balkan dishes are featured, such as Pork Schnitzel and Veal Escalopes, as well as a tempting selection of desserts and gateaux, from Balkan Doughnuts to Bird of Paradise Bread

* Every recipe has been tested and adapted to suit the modern kitchen

* An informative introduction together with over 250 photographs, maps and illustrations

The fertile soil and temperate climate of the Balkan region produce a rich harvest of ingredients, which combine with the influence of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and European styles of cooking to create a distinctive cuisine. The Balkan Cookbook presents a collection of recipes from this fascinating region, in which shellfish, summer fruits and vegetables are transformed with fresh herbs and spices into piquant dishes with a variety of different tastes and textures.

A comprehensive guide to the cooking of the region, The Balkan Cookbook is a collection full of surprises, ranging from fiery chillies to delicate rose petals, offering unusual and inspiring recipe ideas for any occasion.