Located off the Spanish Mediterranean coast, the Balearic Islands are famous for their natural beauty, but their cuisine has been largely overlooked. This evocative collection of recipes transports readers to the family kitchens, cafes, and markets of the archipelago, revealing a distinctive culinary heritage shaped by the region's geography.

The islands' most beloved dishes celebrate local produce, familiar Mediterranean ingredients (olive oil and garlic, rice and fresh fish), and ingenious cooking methods passed down through generations. From Menorcan-style stuffed aubergines, baked fish with spinach and chard, black rice with cuttlefish and artichokes, and pork with mushrooms, to baked figs, almond biscuits, and Formentera's most famous dessert, fresh mint cheesecake, the recipes in this book include both sweet and savory classics.

In addition to a wealth of delicious dishes, acclaimed author Jeff Koehler presents vivid short essays highlighting culinary traditions, such as weekly village markets and St. Martin's Day festivities; local ingredients, including cured meats and tomato preserves; and essential techniques, such as making the perfect sofregit. Illustrated with gorgeous photographs of local food and landscapes.

English

352 pages

20.5 x 27 cm