It all started with this Jamie Oliver book and has now grown into an obsession! Now I can't even walk past a book shop without dropping in and heading straight to the food and drink section for a look around. At least this means I am easy to buy for at Christmas.
The recipe shown from the Jamie Oliver book is for a marinated leg of lamb cooked over open coals. I must try this on the beach at Straddie.
Because my collection is ever expanding I would welcome some new ideas. What is your favourite cookbook?
Happy eating!
Sam
aww I love your photos... I wish that I had so many great cook books to choose from! And the money to buy such delicious food too! haha
ReplyDeleteWere you just a natural at cooking or did you take some classes or anything? Maybe thats a dumb question... :) Anyway, food has always been something that I have loved to cook with and eat of course, and to serve to others. I love everything about it! I wanted to take some cooking classes but I dont want to pay the price, would you recommend it?
I love the way you have your cookbooks arranged...I'm trying to read all the titles. I think my favorites are those of Ina Garten and Giada De Laurentiis. My favorite gifts to buy are for those that love to cook and eat!
ReplyDeleteI have always loved cooking from an early age and have learnt almost all of my skills from my mother (who is amazing in the kitchen). A good way to start is to simply try new recipes out of magazines and books and adapt them to make them unique. It isn't too hard, I find that you just need to continue trying new things and not be scared of the making a mistake. As for cooking schools, I have done one and it was great but I think you can learn just as much by mucking around in your own kitchen at home...
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ReplyDeletea favourite of mine is[ A Greek Cook] by Rena Salman.A lovely simple but delicious and healthy cooking style. I am sure your Mum would have it or have done similar dishes. Beverley
Sorry Sam was confusing you then with Nick Spiro ,it is called a seniors moment with emphasis on senior it happens very often when you reach 73 years young Beverley
ReplyDeleteSammy I love cookbooks too. I think if I was stuck on an island - for example straddle - all I would need is Jamie Oliver - Cook and a few gourmet travellers and I could amuse myself for weeks! We need to catch up soon cousie bro... I love your blog!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnnie, I often reap the rewards of receiving gifts from people like you! I am excited that you, on the other hand, enjoy the giving so much!
ReplyDeletePhoebs, the latest GT is one for the ages! Watch this space next week for a related post! LOL Sambo.
ReplyDeleteHi Sam - love love love the blog. I spy you have a copy of 'At My French Table' in your cookbook library. Have you tried page 236? Divine!
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One of my favourite cookbooks is by an organic farm in Devon called Riverford. Try and track down a copy, you won't be disappointed.
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VR, I have not yet attempted the chicken and leek pie but it is definitely on the list for when winter hits! I really enjoyed your post about this fabulous book. I am also thrilled to hear that Sam's table has brought you some joy...
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One of my favorite books happens to be "Hungry Men" - all the recipes seem to be right up your alley - be my pleasure to send a copy to you from the states. My men love to try any dish from that book!
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I am desperadi (or howver you say that in Indian) for that India book. My friend Kate has it...I might sneak off with it next time I visit... is it great???
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The book is fabulous! It is like the Stephanie Alexander's cook's companion for Indian food. I strongly recommend you sneak of with it next time you visit.
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