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80th out of 90 books
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16 voters
Jamie's America
by
Jamie Oliver
Jamie will try real American food and meet the most interesting cooks and producers that this vast country has to offer. His epic journey will take him to the heart of America: its people, culture, music and, most importantly, its food. Along the way Jamie will be getting his hands dirty - meeting hunters, cowboys, fishermen and local producers - as he finds out about the...more
Hardcover, Associated with TV series Jamies's American Road Trip, 359 pages
Published
September 3rd 2009
by Penguin
(first published January 1st 2009)
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I loathe cooking but I love books (and food!). My husband loathes reading but loves cooking - et voila! I read the book and tell him what yummy foods I want him to cook and he gets down and dirty in the kitchen while I bark orders. Perfect!
Did I mention I hate cooking? Well, I really do. I am totally crap at it. However, I can spend many an hour drooling over a good cook book like Jamie's latest offering. In this one he has toured America and experienced local cooking for himself and in true Jam...more
Did I mention I hate cooking? Well, I really do. I am totally crap at it. However, I can spend many an hour drooling over a good cook book like Jamie's latest offering. In this one he has toured America and experienced local cooking for himself and in true Jam...more
A different sort of cookbook. I enjoyed reading his take on American food, trying to debunk the myths that the British have with regard to American cooking. Beautiful photography and engaging short articles throughout the book about the places he visited, the people he met and worked with in creating this book.
He covers New York City (Pizza, Burgers), Los Angeles, Louisiana (New Orleans - Cajun), Georgia (BBQ), Arizona (which incorporates Native American dishes as well as Mexican food), and Wyom...more
He covers New York City (Pizza, Burgers), Los Angeles, Louisiana (New Orleans - Cajun), Georgia (BBQ), Arizona (which incorporates Native American dishes as well as Mexican food), and Wyom...more
Feb 08, 2011
Angel
rated it
3 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommends it for:
Jamie Oliver fans, cookbook aficionados
Shelves:
foods-and-epicurious
I had some mixed feelings about the book. First, the positive. The photography in the book is excellent. The recipes overall do look pretty good an appetizing, and Jamie's short essay segments are pretty good to read. The negative? This is not a book for those who need to or want to follow a healthy diet. I think that it is a bit of a sharp contrast to Jamie's more recent healthy eating campaign (just look up his TED talk to get an idea what I mean). But ok, I can do go along with that. What I r...more
Aug 20, 2012
Harpercollins Canada
rated it
5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
50-book-pledge-2012,
summer-2012
We've hit stop #11 on our Summer Passport tour: The United States of America!
Unlike so many other countries that have distinguishing features in their cuisine, USA cuisine is not so easy to define. Jamie Oliver thought he knew was to expect from American food, but discovered that once he explored outside of the major cities into the smaller communities the food was diverse and delicious! America has a lot to offer the taste buds and Jamie has narrowed down his favourite 120 dishes that he found...more
Unlike so many other countries that have distinguishing features in their cuisine, USA cuisine is not so easy to define. Jamie Oliver thought he knew was to expect from American food, but discovered that once he explored outside of the major cities into the smaller communities the food was diverse and delicious! America has a lot to offer the taste buds and Jamie has narrowed down his favourite 120 dishes that he found...more
Jamie's America is a lot "prettier" of a book than Food Revolution because it not only details recipes that he's learned from various grouped regions of America, but it also highlights photos of the landscapes and people he meets along his travels to discover the best of what American cuisine has cultivated.
The recipes in Jamie's America are for a more advanced and cultured palate than what may cater to fans of Food Revolution, however he does include some staple comfort foods along with the mor...more
The recipes in Jamie's America are for a more advanced and cultured palate than what may cater to fans of Food Revolution, however he does include some staple comfort foods along with the mor...more
I got stuck in the cajun section...don't think I tried anything out of that section yet...must do so...
The Jambalaya is amazing. It's a massive massive pan full (lots of these recipes are huge) And I have fed many people with it. It's quite expensive but you can save bits of meat and prawns etc when you're using them for other meals.
Lovely book. Clear instructions, nice pictures.
My only gripe?....I have a garlic allergy and find it features heavily ( like whole bulbs) in most things. I omit it...more
The Jambalaya is amazing. It's a massive massive pan full (lots of these recipes are huge) And I have fed many people with it. It's quite expensive but you can save bits of meat and prawns etc when you're using them for other meals.
Lovely book. Clear instructions, nice pictures.
My only gripe?....I have a garlic allergy and find it features heavily ( like whole bulbs) in most things. I omit it...more
I wasn't expecting much out of this, and found myself pleasantly surprised. While I'm not particularly fond of Oliver's chatty "it's like I'm right there talking to you" writing style, I love the concept behind his book almost as much as I love his lightened up versions and takes on classic "American" recipes.
Also rates exceptionally high on my desire for as many photos as possible in a cookbook -- there are accompanying pictures for EVERY recipe.
Got this at the library and have already made a...more
Also rates exceptionally high on my desire for as many photos as possible in a cookbook -- there are accompanying pictures for EVERY recipe.
Got this at the library and have already made a...more
I've made about a quarter to one half of the recipes in this cookbook. Maybe buying a cookbook on American cooking by a Brit was a mistake. I'd say that this cookbook favors pics over precision in the recipes and the lack precision which was frustrating. I followed the peach cobbler recipe precisely and it ended up a mess (though it did taste good)
. Do not, let me repeat, do not even attempt the "Cowboy Apple Pancakes"---what a disaster. The gumbo recipe isn't bad. If you don't know how to boil...more
. Do not, let me repeat, do not even attempt the "Cowboy Apple Pancakes"---what a disaster. The gumbo recipe isn't bad. If you don't know how to boil...more
It's so cool to get an outsider's perspective on American cooking! Although Oliver doesn't cover all of the regional varieties available here, I'm excited to try his twists on some Southern, Western, and Cajun classics. I also enjoy Oliver's writing style. He gently reminds readers to balance the unhealthier options with light sides, and to only eat the heavy stuff as a treat. He also sprinkles his sense of humor throughout the book. This is a beautiful book filled with delicious-looking picture...more
As someone who is most likely to boil pasta and toss it with spaghetti sauce and call it a home-made meal, I can say I probably won't be attempting very many recipes out of this book. Despite that, I found the stories that came with each recipe interesting, and they were some that really caught my eye (I've already started bugging my boyfriend to make the apple pancakes). I wish I was willing to spend more than 30 minutes or so in the kitchen, cause a lot of the recipes look delish.
Being a Yankee in the UK I miss American food. It was fantastic to actually see a real-life cookbook full of 'proper' food from my country. He's got all the classics in there and making it from scratch is healthier than the processed stuff. I've never seen a book like this done before and its crazy that a Brit actually did an American cookbook so damn well...which he did.
The book will be a staple in my house for many years to come.
The book will be a staple in my house for many years to come.
Well, I found 3 or 4 recipes in here that I copied for adaptation and later use, but somehow I'd thought this might be something other than just a cookbook, not sure why. Never saw the TV series, but I usually like watching Brits work their way around the USA and find their comments enjoyable and sometimes highly insightful. Maybe I'll see if I can find the TV show streaming somewhere so I can engage in armchair drooling.
My favorite Jamie book to date! Love the recipes and stories. It gives a real look at American cooking and opens people to the idea that its not all doughnuts and pizza! Love the fact that there's viable suggestions for ingredient substitutions for things just not available on this side of the pond, although chorizo will never replace real andouille in my book! ;)
Interesting read, even for two vegetarians. My boyfriend liked reading the stories about Jamie's experiences across America and accused me of liking it just for the cute pictures of Jamie out in the American wilderness, sometimes trying to look like a trucker but too cute to even pretend to have the edge of someone who lives a hard life like that.
This beautiful book is an enjoyable illustration of a British chef's take on American culinary tradition. Recipes are interesting and relatively simple, and Mr. Oliver's recounting of his experiences with the everyday Americans who inspired many of his dishes is entertaining as well. A fun read for Jamie Oliver fans.
-- Meagan
-- Meagan
Meh...there wasn't really much I wanted to make in this (though I did try a few things), and the design drove me insane. Is it so much to ask cookbook authors to make a table of contents?!?! Especially when there are SO MANY RECIPES.
I've always LOVED Jamie's books (his show and books taught me to love cooking), but as an American I always found his recipes a little challenging due to their European slant. This book takes American favorites and presents them in the way I can fully grasp.
This is a library book, but it's on my 'to purchase' ASAP list!
This is a library book, but it's on my 'to purchase' ASAP list!
I confess I'm addicted to Jamie. That's why I normally buy every new book of him. Last time I didn't cause I knew most of the recipes in 'Ministry of Food'. This time there were lots of new and promising ideas in the book. The appearance was appealing as always - designed in the usual solid (Jamie)style: Great pictures, clearly arranged recipes and some enjoyable stories. But after trying the fist ones I recognised most of the things were just not my taste. I liked the wild west rice (p 320)and...more
I love his cookbooks.
Don't judge me.
And yes, I know it's ridiculous to buy an "American" cookbook by a visting Brit.
Whatever.
The Dan dan noodles and Candied Bacon Salad alone are worth your derision.
Don't judge me.
And yes, I know it's ridiculous to buy an "American" cookbook by a visting Brit.
Whatever.
The Dan dan noodles and Candied Bacon Salad alone are worth your derision.
Love this collection of recipes! More recipes than I expected. Found this at TJ Maxx for only $8. He divides the recipes by region: New York, Georgia, Louisiana, Arizona (including Mexican and Navajo recipes), Los Angelas and the Wild West.
A flip through showed some REALLY tasty looking tex mex and americana good-eats. Looking forward to trying a couple recipes.
Edit 10/29/10
I probably won't try any specific recipes, but a few have inspired other ideas. I recommend the book for Jamie Oliver fans or as a coffee table book. The recipes look good, but ... I got sidetracked.
Edit 10/29/10
I probably won't try any specific recipes, but a few have inspired other ideas. I recommend the book for Jamie Oliver fans or as a coffee table book. The recipes look good, but ... I got sidetracked.
I am a huge fan of Jamie but this book is not his best work. I don't think it's his fault though. He should stick with european flavours. The candied bacon salad however is fantastic.
I love the design and the photography and Jamie mixing it up with the locals and their fare, but I only really gravitated towards a couple of recipes... but the Awesome Apple Pancakes are FANTASTIC. It was worth a check out at the library.
Feb 26, 2013
Adam Axbey
rated it
3 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Shelves:
food-and-beverage
The hits are outstanding. The misses are serviceable. If you're slow carbing it the cowboy beans are worth the price of admission on their own.
If you love cooking with chilli this book is really cool!
Not being a cook I enjoyed Jamie's personal travels across the land of Stars and Stripes.
Not being a cook I enjoyed Jamie's personal travels across the land of Stars and Stripes.
Interesting tour of America, but I didn't find the recipes terribly captivating (all very "in" versions of regional dishes).
3 stars because for those who live in the Commonwealth, a large portion of the recipes aren't practical for us.
There are a couple of recipes I want to try. Book is divided by geographic area. Always enjoy the accompanying text.
Another I think I'll actually purchase. (Hey, I work in a library!}
Love this bloke.
Love this bloke.
From this book, I finally got to the bottom of an age-old question - what exactly is horchata?
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