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The Lebanese Cookbook

By Salma Hage
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The Lebanese Cookbook by Salma Hage is a rich culinary journey through Lebanon's vibrant and diverse kitchen. It offers an extensive collection of recipes that showcase traditional Lebanese dishes, combining flavours and techniques from a variety of influences. This book guides readers in creating authentic and delicious meals, reflecting Lebanon's cultural heritage and love for food.
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You might enjoy this culinary journey if you're passionate about Middle Eastern cuisine and are eager to explore a rich tapestry of Lebanese dishes. This book offers a delightful array of authentic recipes, infused with vibrant flavours and traditional ingredients, perfect for both seasoned cooks and adventurous food lovers who relish discovering new tastes.

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The definitive book on Lebanese home cooking, featuring 500 authentic and delicious easy-to-make recipes

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On the shores of the eastern Mediterranean and a gateway to the Middle East, Lebanon has long been regarded as having one of the most refined cuisines in the region, blending textures, and ingredients from a myriad sources. First published as THE LEBANESE KITCHEN and now back in print under its new title, THE LEBANESE COOKBOOK, this is the definitive guide, bringing together hundreds of diverse dishes, from light, tempting mezzes and salads, to hearty main courses, grilled meats, sumptuous sweets, and refreshing drinks.

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Salma Hage's The Lebanese Cookbook is celebrated for its extraordinary portrayal of rural Lebanese cuisine, with recipes heralded as both satisfying and heart-warming. It features a broad range of dishes that are both solid and enticing. The book is noted for its beautiful presentation and comprehensive exploration of Lebanese food culture, making it a strong choice for anyone looking to delve into this cuisine.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780714879093

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 May 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 47.0mm

Width: 180.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 1794g

Pages: 512

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About the Author

Bestselling author Salma Hage is from Mazarat Tiffah (Apple Hamlet) in the mountains of the Kadisha Valley in north Lebanon. She has over 50 years of experience of family cooking; learning to cook from her mother, mother-in-law, and sisters-in-law, while helping to raise her nine brothers and two sisters. Hage is also the author of Phaidon's James Beard award-winning The Middle Eastern Vegetarian Cookbook and The Mezze Cookbook.

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