Rick Steins Spain

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Ive wanted to make a series in Spain for a long time. I love Spanish food Ive been going there since I was a young boy
- but until quite recently I dont think people really took the food seriously. Thanks to a handful of really dedicated Spanish chefs & a growing enthusiasm for its rugged flavours that has all begun to change. To me the underlying point of journeying to Spain would be to discover the duende in the cooking. By that I mean a sense of soul of authenticity. The word is normally used in flamenco but I think it could be equally applied to the art of Spanish cooking because to my mind in really good food there is a communication between the cook & diner that amounts to art. (Rick Stein). In his beautifully designed & illustrated cookbook to accompany a major BBC2 4-part series Rick has selected over 140 recipes that capture the authentic taste of Spain today. Spain is a country that tantalises every sense with its colourful sights evocative music vibrant traditions & bold cookery. Spanish cooking has a rich history with flavours reflecting a broad range of cultural influences. Rick samples his way through the specialties & hidden treats of each region taking in the changing landscape from the mountainous northern regions through the Spanish plains to Mediterranean beaches. With over 100 location & recipe photographs this is an essential book for food-lovers as well as a stunning culinary guide to a diverse country.