A bright new edition of the modern classic for thoughtful cooks by
Julia Busuttil Nishimura
'I love Ostro - real food and life-enhancing' Nigella Lawson
Since its release in 2017, Ostro has gained a legion of fans who adore
Julia Busuttil Nishimura for her generous, uncomplicated, seasonal food.
Julia's interpretations of dishes from Italy and the Mediterranean feel
both timelessly familiar and altogether fresh and new. This is modern
Australian eating with respect for the past.
Julia guides us through the uniquely satisfying experience of making
pasta or pizza dough from scratch, with recipes such as ricotta
tortelloni with butter, sage and hazelnuts or taleggio and potato pizza.
She also shares plenty of flavorful salads and simple meals for days
when time is scarce, such as roasted cauliflower and wheat salad or
tray-roasted chicken with grapes, olives and walnuts. Baking and
desserts, too, needn't be overly complicated. As Julia shows us, some of
the best recipes are those that have been passed down for generations
and streamlined to perfection along the way, such as her perfect lemon
olive oil cake. But we also need the odd show-stopper, such as a
chocolate layer cake with espresso frosting, on standby for special
occasions!
This is simple food that is comforting and generous in spirit. Slow
down, take your time and enjoy it. Includes dual measures.
'I love it, a truly brilliant first book' Jamie Oliver
