Customer Reviews

The Swiss Cookbook (Hippocrene International Cookbooks)

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I really enjoyed this cookbook because it features a lot of authentic Swiss food. I worked in the area when I was in college and this book contains recipes for many of the dishes I enjoyed. This cookbook was originally published about 30 years ago, so some of the preparation styles are a bit dated. The food is delicious, but the fat content can be high.

For anyone who loves Switzerland, this is not only a cookbook but a beautifully written tribute to that lovely country. Although it was published in 1967, most of the almost lyrical observations are still valid because the Swiss hold to their traditions steadfastly. It is an authentic description of the countryside, the Swiss and the cooking of that most charming place.

I was so pleased to purchase three copies of my well-used cookbook, containing many family favorites, for my daughters! Since I believed my (signed) hardback copy was no longer available after so long, finding the softcover version online was a delight.

I would like to say that I remember this book from 30 years ago, when I lost track of my copy, and have been trying to track one down ever since (with temporary success -- now I'm finally buying a copy again, thank goodness it is STILL IN PRINT - can you believe it-haven't been so luck on other titles). So, I would like to re-writ my review AFTER I have read it again. Having said this, I will say this about the book. It had a wonderful description of the Tobler Chocolate factory and what I learned about chocolate, I think about every time I enjoy really GOOD choclate (in fact, that's how I know it's really good -- it's in the "conching." This book introduced me to Raclette, which I enjoyed immensely and often during the several months I lived in Switzerland a few years later. There is a memorable Neufchatel Wine Tart. The book was a great "read," as I recall; I just loved it.

This is not only a wonderful compilation of Swiss recipes, but is a very interesting view into the "Swiss" mind & culture in the 1970's!
my comment would be "Das ist Ausgezichnet!!!"

this is a great book - wonderfully researched and well written. the recipes are easy to follow, and very genuine. it's quite astonishing that she was able to get good, authentic recipes from all the corners of switzerland. you'll enjoy reading and using (if you can find . . .).

I'm married to a swiss man and have visited Switzerland a lot, this book offers the real tastes that you find at the village homes of any regular swiss cook. Delicious! Although, the recipes are quite rich, so if you are on a diet or don't do dairy this book might not work for you.