Carluccio is a London chef and author whose previous cookbooks, most on Italian food, have been quite popular here. He's also written about mushrooms, wild and otherwise, and his latest book expands on the pleasures of foraged food. The recipes are organized by ingredient, from greens and herbs to mushrooms and game, and each entry provides history, botanical (or other) identification, and information on preparing and cooking the specific ingredient. Some of these are quite unusual, such as sea kale and hop shoots; others, like arugula and capers, can be found in their tamer versions at most markets. Recipes range from Nettle Gnocchi with Dolcelatte Sauce to Walnuts in Chocolate to Steak with Fresh Horseradish. Carluccio is a true gourmand, and his enthusiasm is contagious. Offering a rather different approach to wild food from Steve Brill's Wild Vegetarian Cookbook, this entertaining and informative guide is strongly recommended.
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“Carluccio is a true gourmand, and his enthusiasm is contagious… This entertaining and informative guide is strongly recommended.” -- LIBRARY JOURNAL
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