Istanbul Cult Recipes

About the AuthorAuthor Pomme Larmoyer is a food writer, editor and traveler. She believes you can learn everything you need to know about a country from its kitchens and enjoys talking with other people from other cultures about their style of food. 

Author Pomme Larmoyer is a food writer, editor and traveler. She believes you can learn everything you need to know about a country from its kitchens and enjoys talking with other people from other cultures about their style of food. 

With maps highlighting some of the author's favourite food destinations, and profiles on some of the city's proprietors and chefs, let Istanbul Cult Recipes envelop you in its passion for Turkish food.. Take your pick of lively Turkish breakfasts; linger over delectable little plates of meze; try your hand at making breads and kebabs sold from the city's food carts, and master the art of making sweets such as baklava, helva and, of course, the unctuous Turkish delight. The streets of the city pulse with restaurants, cafes and street vendors - each selling their version of dishes beloved throughout Turkey: addictive street food; elegant and contemporary restaurant cuisine; and the fresh, healthy dishes cooked in homes across the country. Istanbul's long-standing love affair with food is reflected in the delicacies on offer at all hours of the day and night. Istanbul Cult Recipes invites you to explore an ancient and captivating city through its cuisine - a vast gastronomic culture spanning centuries and influences, from Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and the Mediterranean. The recipes mirror this diversity

Gorgeous collection of must-visit restaurants and accompanying recipes! My first introduction to "Cult Recipes" was last year's "Tokyo Cult Recipes," which I can't recommend highly enough. The "Cult Recipes" books are a virtual stroll around some of the world's great cities (Venice, New York, Tokyo, Istanbul), with detailed maps, itineraries, and supporting recipes to match. The included photographs capture the vibrant people and places, as well as mise en place and various markets and ingredients.Turkish cuisine is probably my favorite and I have numerous Turkish books in my collection, so I was eager to see how t