The ancient art of Parsi cuisine translated to modern day cooking ...I could happily cook my way through this book." Below, we share a selection of images from the book, taken across the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra, and the stories behind them—courtesy of Talati.

Art of Parsi Cooking: Reviving an Ancient Cuisine The Art of Parsi Cooking: Reviving an Ancient Cuisine

It is well known that Turmeric, Ginger, Garlic, Cumin, Saffron, cinnamon have health benefits. Do not be afraid to add a pinch here and there. Happy cooking and stay healthy! As Denise Landis, publisher and editor in chief of The Cook’s Cook has since written: "The Art of Parsi Cooking fills a gap in the world of cookbooks.’’Chef Farokh Talati’s approachable cookbook, Parsi - From Persia to Bombay, explores his Parsi roots and his food, but could have benefited from more context Other Books in the Parsi Cuisine Series by Rita Jamshed Kapadia. Place cursor to highlight cookbook link and see more details: This is a book I am excited to cook from, and while flipping through, I see many that could potentially be added to my small but growing recipe repertoire — a tamarind and fish curry for a weekend for when we have family visiting, a roasted kid shank and brown lentil for when we need the heavy-duty comfort of a slow cooked meal, and a raspberry and rose ice cream for a warm summer afternoon.

Parsi by Farokh Talati | Cookbook Corner | Nigella Lawson

The beauty of Ms Ichaporia's narrating style is that it is simple and so wonderfully narrative that this book doesn't need those seductive and mouth watering pictures of well garnished & presented dishes that are usually difficult to prepare. Succulent fruits and fresh vegetables, delicious cheeses, breads, pulses, fish, meats, herbs and spices come together in innovative recipes motivated by influential chefs like Guy Savoy and Joel Robuchon. Try classics such as French Onion Soup and Tarte Tatin, or traditional Basque-spiced leg of lamb, a regional specialty. There are also popular contemporary dishes including Slow-Roasted Salmon with Sorrel Sauce, Polenta Fries, and Cherries in Sweet Red Wine.

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