Simply Quince [Paperback]

Barbara Ghazarian (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2009

Simply Quince is the first tribute to the quince in culinary history. Barbara Ghazarian masterfully presents the tree fruit’s versatility, floral aroma, and unique flavor and color in 70 easy, trendsetting recipes, full of legend, history, culture, and scientific tidbits. Simply Quince contains a myriad of new ways to prepare quince for both the formal and casual dining experience.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Mayreni Publishing (August 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931834318
• ISBN-13: 978-1931834315
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #847,631 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A highly recommended and unique addition to personal, family, and community library cookbook collections, October 12, 2009

By 

Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simply Quince (Paperback)

The quince is a seriously underestimated and all-to-often underappreciated fruit that, culinarily speaking, is as versatile as the apple, is a staple in the orchards and kitchens of many different countries and cultures around the world. It was first cultivated in American by the early European colonists. A fuzz-covered and aromatic cousin of pears and apples, most of us know the quince primarily as a jam. But as Barbara Ghazarian amply demonstrated in "Simply Quince", it can be so much more! Comprising seventy 'kitchen cook friendly' recipes that range from Quince-Orange Pickles; Quince-Cranberry Sauce; Veal Shanks with Prunes, Apricots, and Quince; and Brandied-Quince Buckle; to Buttery Almond-Quince Phyllo Tarts; Quick Quince Chutney; and White Pizza with Quince, Prosciutto, Asiago Cheese and Chives; Quince-Infused Spirits Grappa and Vodka, "Simply Quince" offers an impressively broad spectrum of quince oriented dishes that will satisfy even the most gourmet of tastes and is a highly recommended and unique addition to personal, family, and community library cookbook collections.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written!, October 23, 2009

By 

Ellen G. Pastore (CA, USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Simply Quince (Paperback)

Who knew quince could be so versatile? Who knew much about quince anyway? At least here in much of the U.S., the quince is not exactly a mainstream ingredient; however, after reading this book (and it is a book to read as well as to cook with!), I found myself craving quince. This is, quite simply, a wonderful book full of background information on this forgotten fruit, and the recipes are both sophisticated and, as implied by the title, simple to follow!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Much more than just a cookbook!, November 4, 2009

By 

Gardenwitch - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Simply Quince (Paperback)

Written in simple, direct language, "Simply Quince" is reference book on all things quince. The recipes are well organized with clear directions and helpful comments. Ghazarian eloquently describes quince's long history, adding insight from her Armenian roots and her enthusiasm for the fruit. Although it is not an easy fruit to process, Ghazarian simplifies the procedure. For those who want to go beyond just cooking with quince, there are excellent references to quince varieties, nurseries and even weights and measures for quince. I've already made 10 of the recipes and am looking forward to cooking through many more! Oh yes, the cover picture and recipe photos are truly enticing.