An enthralling Andalucian culinary journey from sierra to sea. For
nearly eight centuries from 711 to 1492, Moorish rule in Andalucía
brought about a revolution in Spanish culture, resulting in
architectural splendors like the Alhambra as well as a rich culinary
history. Andaluz is a quest to illustrate the legacy of the Arabs and
Berbers in the kitchens of southern Spain today. Couscous, rice,
eggplant, oranges, apricots, marzipan, and a wealth of spices are just a
few ever-present ingredients that owe their influence to the Moorish
people--along with a meticulous attention to the cultivation of olive
varieties that Andalucía is renowned for. By digging deep into
traditional dishes, scouring markets, and learning from home cooks,
local tavern owners, and Michelin-starred restaurant chefs, Fiona Dunlop
offers a vivid gastronomic window on this region. Entries from the
author's travel diary accompany sumptuous recipes--from Granada in the
east to Córdoba at its heart and Seville in the south--bringing a taste
of Moorish Spain to kitchens everywhere. With beautiful food and
location photography Andaluz is bound to become the cookbook you will
visit time and time again.