My Portugal : recipes and stories / by George Mendes, chef of Aldea Restaurant in New York City [and] Genevieve Ko ; photographs by Romulo Yanes.

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ISBN:

9781613127223

Title:

My Portugal : recipes and stories / by George Mendes, chef of Aldea Restaurant in New York City [and] Genevieve Ko ; photographs by Romulo Yanes.

Author:

Mendes, George, 1972- 1972-, author.

Personal Author:

Mendes, George, 1972- 1972-, author.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (351 pages)

Contents:

CHAPTER 1 SALT COD: BACALHAU -- CHAPTER 2 THE SEA: SHELLFISH AND FISH -- CHAPTER 3 PORK: FRESH AND CURED -- CHAPTER 4 POULTRY: DUCK, CHICKEN, AND GAME -- CHAPTER 5 MEAT: BEEF, VENISON, LAMB, AND GOAT -- CHAPTER 6 SALADS, SOUPS, AND STEWS -- CHAPTER 7 SIDE DISHES: VEGETABLES AND GRAINS -- CHAPTER 8 DESSERTS -- CHAPTER 9 BUILDING BLOCKS: STOCKS, SAUCES, OILS, AND SEASONINGS.

Local Note:

Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.

Corporate Subject:

Aldea Restaurant (New York)

Subject Term:

Cooking, Portuguese.

Added Author:

Ko, Genevieve,

Format:

Electronic Resources

Electronic Access:

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Publication Date:

2014

Publication Information:

New York :

Abrams,

2014.

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Summary

"With crisp, toothsome images of the dishes and postcard-worthy shots of Portugal, Mendes's collection is an inspired, loving tribute to the country." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Chef-restaurateur George Mendes introduces us to the world of Portuguese cuisine, offering 125 mouthwatering recipes that showcase the wide range of dishes that come from this coastal country. The collection balances Mendes's recipes from his Michelin-starred New York restaurant, Aldea, such as his signature Duck Rice and Garlic Seared Shrimp with his takes on classic Portuguese dishes such as Salt Cod, Potato, and Egg Casserole; Mozambique Shrimp and Okra with Piri Piri; Eggs Baked with Peas, Linguiça, and Bacon; Butter Cookies; and more.

His stories illustrate the wealth of culinary resources in Portugal--fresh seafood, savory meats, and crisp vegetables. With delicious recipes and stunning photographs of the country, My Portugal takes us on an unforgettable journey.

"His cuisine is filled with the intensely satisfying flavors of a casual Portuguese feast--updated with a beautifully modern presentation and technique du jour"--Daniel Boulud

Author Notes

George Mendes is a Michelin-starred chef and owner of Aldea in New York City. Named one of Food & Wine magazine's ten "Best New Chefs" in 2011, Mendes is regularly featured in national newspapers, magazines, and websites, along with television appearances, including a run on Bravo's Top Chef Masters. Genevieve Ko is a food writer who has coauthored cookbooks with several internationally renowned chefs. Ko is currently the contributing food editor at Health.

Reviews (1)

Publisher's Weekly Review

In addition to collecting recipes for greatest hits from Mendes's highly regarded restaurant, Aldea, this cookbook gives readers greater insight into Mendes's personal journey as a chef, as well as a deeper appreciation for Portuguese culture and cooking. Mendes begins humbly with a handful of recipes for salt cod, a staple of the cuisine, and gradually increases the complexity of the dishes before moving on to the next chapter. This approach, coupled with essays on the people, places, and experiences that have influenced him, pulls the reader in and encourages experimentation. Even though readers may not have the talent, budget, or palate for Aldea's famous saffron rice with seared shrimp and foie gras, they can certainly prepare the simple garlic seared shrimp if they want to get a taste of Portugal. There are recipes for formidable dishes such as terrine of baby goat and sea urchin toasts with shiso and lime, but there are just as many for hearty, rustic fare: an omelet with linguica and chorizo, a white button mushroom stew redolent with smoky paprika and red chile flakes. Packed with crisp, toothsome images of the dishes and postcard-worthy shots of Portugal, Mendes's collection is an inspired, loving tribute to the country. (Oct.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.