Presents recipes inspired by Mexican cuisine and themed around fifteen distinctive flavor bases, in a volume complemented by Latin culinary tips and recommendations for applying sauces to everyday meals.

After years spent traveling and sampling sweets throughout her native Mexico, celebrated pastry chef Fany Gerson shares the secrets behind her beloved homeland’s signature desserts in this highly personal and authoritative cookbook. Skillfully weaving together the rich histories that inform the country’s diverse culinary traditions, My Sweet Mexico is a delicious journey into the soul of the cuisine. From yeasted breads that scent the air with cinnamon, anise, sugar, fruit, and honey, to pushcarts that brighten plazas with paletas and ice creams made from watermelon, mango, and avocado, Mexican confections are like no other. Stalwarts like Churros, Amaranth Alegrías, and Garibaldis—a type of buttery muffin with apricot jam and sprinkles—as well as Passion Fruit–Mezcal Trifle and Cheesecake with Tamarind Sauce demonstrate the layering of flavors unique to the world of dulces. In her typical warm and enthusiastic style, Gerson explains the significance of indigenous ingredients such as sweet maguey plants, mesquite, honeys, fruits, and cacao, and the happy results that occur when combined with Spanish troves of cinnamon, wheat, fresh cow’s milk, nuts, and sugar cane. In chapters devoted to breads and pastries, candies and confections, frozen treats, beverages, and contemporary desserts, Fany places cherished recipes in context and stays true to the roots that shaped each treat, while ensuring they’ll yield successful results in your kitchen. With its blend of beloved standards from across Mexico and inventive, flavor-forward new twists, My Sweet Mexico is the only guide you need to explore the delightful universe of Mexican treats.

This unique culinary history of America offers a fascinating look at our past and uses long-forgotten recipes to explain how eight flavors changed how we eat. The United States boasts a culturally and ethnically diverse population which makes for a continually changing culinary landscape. But a young historical gastronomist named Sarah Lohman discovered that American food is united by eight flavors: black pepper, vanilla, curry powder, chili powder, soy sauce, garlic, MSG, and Sriracha. In Eight Flavors, Lohman sets out to explore how these influential ingredients made their way to the American table. She begins in the archives, searching through economic, scientific, political, religious, and culinary records. She pores over cookbooks and manuscripts, dating back to the eighteenth century, through modern standards like How to Cook Everything by Mark Bittman. Lohman discovers when each of these eight flavors first appear in American kitchens—then she asks why. Eight Flavors introduces the explorers, merchants, botanists, farmers, writers, and chefs whose choices came to define the American palate. Lohman takes you on a journey through the past to tell us something about our present, and our future. We meet John Crowninshield a New England merchant who traveled to Sumatra in the 1790s in search of black pepper. And Edmond Albius, a twelve-year-old slave who lived on an island off the coast of Madagascar, who discovered the technique still used to pollinate vanilla orchids today. Weaving together original research, historical recipes, gorgeous illustrations and Lohman’s own adventures both in the kitchen and in the field, Eight Flavors is a delicious treat—ready to be devoured.

Written with the time sensitivities of modern life in mind, "Mexican Everyday" is a collection of 90 full-flavored recipes, most of which take less than 30 minutes to make. All dishes have the fresh, clean taste of simple, authentic preparations and all are nutritionally balanced. Color throughout.

Now available in a hardcover gift edition! Spanning three generations, Muy Bueno offers traditional old-world northern Mexican recipes from grandmother Jeusita's kitchen; comforting south of the border home-style dishes from mother Evangelina; and innovative Latin fusion recipes from daughters Yvette and Veronica. Muy Bueno has become one of the most popular Mexican cookbooks available. This new hardcover edition features a useful guide to Mexican pantry ingredients. Whether you are hosting a casual family gathering or an elegant dinner party, Muy Bueno has the perfect recipes for entertaining with Latin flair! You'll find classics like Enchiladas Montadas ("Stacked Enchiladas"); staples like Homemade Tortillas and Toasted Chile de Arbol Salsa; and light seafood appetizers like Shrimp Ceviche and Scallop and Cucumber Cocktail. Don't forget tempting Coconut Flan and daring, dazzling cocktails like Blood Orange Mezcal Margaritas and Persimmon Mojitos. There is truly something in Muy Bueno for every taste! This edition features more than 100 easy-to-follow recipes, a glossary of chiles with photos and descriptions of each variety, step-by-step instructions with photos for how to roast chiles, make Red Chile Sauce, and assemble tamales, a rich family history shared through anecdotes, photos, personal tips, and more, and stunning color photography throughout.

## Flavorful Journey Through Mexican Cuisine Welcome to a culinary adventure like no other! "Flavorful Journey Through Mexican Cuisine" invites you to dive into the vibrant and diverse world of Mexican cooking. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this comprehensive guide promises to equip you with the techniques and recipes to create mouthwatering Mexican dishes right in your home. **Discover the Rich Tapestry of Mexican Food** Begin your journey with a thorough introduction to the history of Mexican cuisine. Understand the roots and influences that shape these dynamic flavors and learn about the essential ingredients and kitchen tools that form the backbone of Mexican cooking. **Master the Spices and Techniques** Unlock the secrets of common spices and herbs, while mastering the art of creating spice blends and rubs that will elevate your dishes. Take your culinary skills to the next level by exploring traditional Mexican techniques including roasting, grilling, and slow cooking. Discover how to utilize the Mexican mortar and pestle – the Molcajete – to add authenticity to your dishes. **From Breakfast to Street Food** Indulge in recipes for traditional Mexican breakfasts, complete with breakfast salsas and sweet morning treats. Explore the vibrant world of Mexican street food, from tacos and tostadas to refreshing drinks that perfectly complement these flavorful bites. **Soups, Stews, and Tacos Galore** Warm your soul with traditional Mexican soups and hearty stews, and delve deep into the heart of Mexican cuisine with a dedicated chapter on tacos. Learn to craft delicious homemade tortillas and experiment with creative fillings and toppings that will make every taco night a memorable feast. **Celebrate with a Fiesta** Plan the perfect Mexican fiesta with specially curated recipes for celebratory feasts and impressive desserts. Travel through regional specialties, savoring the unique flavors of Oaxaca, Yucatan Peninsula, Baja California, and beyond. **Seafood, Vegetarian, and Vegan Delights** Expand your repertoire to include popular fish recipes, shellfish, and inventive vegetarian and vegan dishes. Explore plant-based versions of traditional classics and creative uses of grains and legumes, making every meal an opportunity to enjoy Mexican cuisine's rich variety. **Sweet Endings and Refreshing Beverages** End on a sweet note with traditional pastries, cakes, and Mexican candies, and quench your thirst with refreshing agua frescas and iconic Mexican cocktails. **Host a Mexican-themed Dinner Party** Get tips for planning a delightful dinner party with decorative ideas and interactive cooking tips that will make your gathering unforgettable. **Involve the Whole Family** Involve your little ones in the joy of cooking with simple recipes designed for young chefs and kid-friendly Mexican dishes that turn family cooking into a fun and educational experience. Embark on this flavorful journey, and you'll soon be creating your signature Mexican dish while balancing authentic flavors with innovative twists. "Flavorful Journey Through Mexican Cuisine" is your passport to the vibrant and delicious world of Mexican food. Happy cooking!

“A deeply knowledgeable celebration of the diverse regional cuisines of Mexico. . . . [A] tour de force, with the emphasis on authenticity” (Publishers Weekly). By universal acclaim, Diana Kennedy is the world’s authority on the authentic cuisines of Mexico. For decades, she has traveled the length and breadth of the country, seeking out the home cooks, local ingredients, and traditional recipes that make Mexican cuisines some of the most varied and flavorful in the world. Kennedy has published eight classic Mexican cookbooks, including the James Beard Award-winning Oaxaca al Gusto. But her most personal book is My Mexico, a labor of love filled with more than three hundred recipes and stories that capture the essence of Mexican food culture as Kennedy has discovered and lived it. First published in 1998, My Mexico is now back in print with a fresh design and photographs—ready to lead a new generation of gastronomes on an unforgettable journey through the foods of this fascinating and complex country. “My Mexico is a masterwork. . . . No other writer has come close to Diana Kennedy in communicating the variety, richness, and delights of the cuisines of Mexico.” —Naomi Duguid, author of Burma: Rivers of Flavor “Open any pages of My Mexico and be transported to a waking dream.” —Food & Wine “This book is as much a work of cultural anthropology as it is a recipe reference.” —Publishers Weekly “Many of these recipes are unusual and have not been recorded anywhere else. Kennedy is passionate about preserving these historical recipes . . . And she has followed her quest from large, thriving city marketplaces to tiny remote villages. Essential.” —Library Journal