World Feast My Favourite Kitchen

by Christine Ingram

A comprehensive illustrated reference guide to the ingredients of the world. Each entry has information on varieties, provenance, appearance, flavors, aroma and suitable dishes.

Genres: Cookbooks, Reference, Food, Cooking, Nonfiction

512 pages, Paperback

First published September 16, 2010

Reviews

[Amelia in PDX · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was interesting as it was written in England, so was more based on Eureopean availablity of some items. There was more listings for cheese than I ever knew was available, but didn't list some that are basically American. My favorite Greek cheese was also not listed in it.

It also had some suggestions for how to cook some items and how to clean fish or to "kill" things like crabs/lobsters/oysters/clams/mussels, etc. Something that I sincerely hope that I never have to do or do again depending on the creature.

It also had several different types of veggies/fruits that I haven't seen before but have heard of.

So this was interesting in that area for me and the main purpose for picking this book up when I saw it in a local thrift shop.

Anyone who might be really into cooking or might want to get into cooking might like to find a copy to browse through. After watching some of the food challenges on the Food Network, this might also help you recognize some of the "strange" ingredients that they have thrown into the challenges at time.

Enjoy your time in this one.

[Robyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm very pleased with this, it was a great find at the bargain bookstore. I've scanned the entire book and read most of the cheese section, and am happy with how complete it is. Lots of information on each included ingredient, some sections have cooking and buying guides, some recipes are included, and lots of pictures. Everything from hen's eggs to chayote to monkfish to cherries. Index well done as well.

[Patti McDermott]

My copy, printed in china, is entitled The World Encyclopedia of Cooking Ingredients. It carries the same ISBN-13 number.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first book I pick up when a question arises about ingredients. Compact, succinct and helpful, with photos that follow where words end, and fun!

[Karen Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

NOT a cookbook, nor a book of recipes, but a lavishly illustrated presentation of ingredients--plants and animals--that create global cuisines. Brilliant! I have bought several copies for friends.