Grigson is revered as one of the greats of English-language food-writing and this book shows off her literary dexterity. It’s an elegant, eloquent survey of the cooking culture of the Med. Written at a time when international travel was less frequent, this book could transport readers straight to Spain, Italy, Morocco, Greece, and southern France in recipes and prose.

Jane Grigson's fascinating book on the cuisine of the Mediterranean contains evocative recipes and beautiful colour photographs. The dishes range from simple peasant snacks to elaborate feasts and draw on different culinary traditions from all over the Mediterranean area. Its wide scope and wealth of background information make this book a perfect introduction to the variety and subtlety of Mediterranean cooking.

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