The Flavour Thesaurus: Pairings, Recipes and Ideas for the Creative Cook
Who Would Like This Book:
This book is a treasure trove for curious cooks, adventurous bakers, and anyone tired of predictable flavor combos. Written with wit, warmth, and a dash of dry British humor, it’s packed with fascinating food histories, quirky anecdotes, and inspiring pairing ideas that go way beyond the basics. It’s more a creative spark for the kitchen than a step-by-step guide, making it perfect for foodie experimenters and those who love to cook by intuition rather than recipe.
Who May Not Like This Book:
If you’re looking for a cookbook with straightforward instructions and foolproof recipes, this might not be your cup of tea. Some readers found the flavor wheel confusing or not particularly useful, and the sparse (sometimes challenging) recipes aren’t ideal for beginners. Physical format issues - like fine print or lack of color - also bothered some, especially those who value aesthetics and clarity.
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The Flavour Thesaurus by Niki Segnit is a unique exploration of food pairings. It features a list of 99 foods, where the author links different flavors and includes interesting stories. Segnit's writing is witty and engaging, often infused with dry British humor. The book is not just a collection of recipes; it sparks creativity in cooking by encouraging readers to think beyond traditional combinations. Despite some criticisms on aesthetics and layout, many find it inspiring and informative, making it a valuable resource for adventurous cooks.
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From The Publisher:
"A perfect reference for the aspiring foodie." -Chicago Tribune
Winner of the André Simon Award * Observer Best Books of the Year * Guild of Food Writers Best First Book Award
A complete guide to the 99 most essential ingredients and their numerous flavor combinations, offering inspiration for the cook who has everything.
Whether a flavor is defined by a "grassy" ingredient like dill, cucumber, or peas, or a "floral fruity" food like figs, roses, or blueberries, flavors can be combined in wildly imaginative ways. In this lively and original book, Niki Segnit identifies the 99 fundamental ingredients of food and examines what goes with what-revealing for the first time just how infinite are the possibilities in an everyday kitchen.
Segnit has scoured thousands of recipes in countless recipe books, talked to dozens of food technologists and chefs, and visited hundreds of restaurants-all in her quest to uncover the planet's essential pairings. Moving from Meaty to Cheesy, Earthy to Mustardy, and more, Segnit celebrates traditional pairings such as pork and apple and cucumber and dill; points us toward contemporary favorites like goat cheese and beet; and introduces us to unlikely but delicious matchings such as blueberry and mushroom. With nearly a thousand entries and 200 recipes, The Flavor Thesaurus is not only a highly useful and covetable reference book, but the sort of book that will keep you reading, laughing, and cooking for years to come.
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