{"title":"Alessandra Pino","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection featuring the works of Alessandra Pino, a culinary author whose writing elegantly intertwines the art of cooking with the enchanting allure of gothic themes. If you're a food enthusiast with a penchant for the mysterious and atmospheric, you'll find Pino's contributions both intriguing and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlessandra Pino is best known for her unique approach to culinary literature. Her standout work, \u003cem\u003eA Gothic Cookbook\u003c\/em\u003e, is a testament to her ability to fuse culinary expertise with a deep appreciation for gothic culture. This collection not only appeals to your taste buds but also feeds your imagination, with recipes inspired by the shadowy and romantic aesthetics of the gothic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePino's books cater to those who view cooking as both an art and an experience, offering readers an opportunity to explore a culinary world rich with history and flavour. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner looking to explore something new, Pino's work invites you to step into a realm where food and gothic storytelling entwine. Enjoy exploring Alessandra Pino's collection and embark on a culinary journey like no other.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-gothic-cookbook-by-alessandra-pino-9781800183223","title":"A Gothic Cookbook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA feast for the senses: an illustrated cookbook inspired by classic and contemporary Gothic texts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis literary-inspired cookbook is composed of thirteen divinely delicious chapters, each focusing on a different story and discussing its edible motifs before bringing them to life and to your table with approachable, easy-to-follow recipes and hand-drawn illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by Alessandra Pino's academic studies into how food manifests itself on the pages of Gothic literature, and combining her knife-sharp analysis with Ella Buchan's experience as a food writer and recipe developer, \u003ci\u003eA Gothic Cookbook\u003c\/i\u003e pays homage to the most appetising cuts of the genre, featuring over sixty original recipes illustrated by Lee Henry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDracula lulls protagonist Jonathan Harker into a false sense of security with cold cuts and a spicy, smoky, peppery stew. Frankenstein's 'monster' starts out as a benign vegetarian, while Mrs Poole's overindulgence in \u003ci\u003eMother's Ruin\u003c\/i\u003e triggers Mr Rochester's downfall in \u003ci\u003eJane Eyre\u003c\/i\u003e, and a bitter tangerine signals a sharp, yet unheeded, warning against marriage and Manderley in \u003ci\u003eRebecca\u003c\/i\u003e. Notice, too, how a ghostly presence craves sugar and burnt bread in Toni Morrison's \u003ci\u003eBeloved\u003c\/i\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this interplay between supper and the supernatural, you'll learn to pick your desserts carefully: chocolate mousses foreshadow impending doom, yet the humble seed cake is a gesture of kindness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a foreword from acclaimed writer, editor and academic, Leone Ross, \u003ci\u003eA Gothic Cookbook\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect culinary companion for those of you who enjoy a slice of the macabre with your dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832178954476,"sku":"9781800183223","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26018113482828.jpg?v=1758370076"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/alessandra-pino.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}