English Seafood Cookery

by Rick Stein
English Seafood Cookery cover
Good Books rating 4.17
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  • ID: 130
  • Added: 2025-09-02
  • Updated: 2025-09-10
  • ISBN: 9780140299755
  • Publisher: Michael Joseph
  • Published: 2001-01-01
  • Formats: 36
  • Reviews: 3

'Deserves a place on everyone's kitchen shelf' - Sophie Grigson Fish is becoming increasingly popular with the British who are learning to appreciate its enormous variety, versatility and its value as an essential part of a healthy diet. Drawing on culinary traditions from around the world, Rick Stein presents the special recipes he serves at his Seafood Restaurant in Padstow, and, by sharing the secrets of his most popular dishes, encourages us to cook seafood in new and exciting ways.

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Etsy (Shop Review) · 2025-09-02
valued 4.00

Highly appreciated as an excellent vintage copy, valued by readers for its addition to their culinary literature collections.

This review focuses on the value of the book as a collectible vintage paperback. Buyers express satisfaction with the quality and condition, indicating the book's importance as a resource or nostalgic item in their personal libraries. The positive feedback underscores the book's enduring appeal and significance as a culinary classic.

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    Thank you for an excellent copy to add to my collection!

    Nice addition to my reading/studying of Native American pottery.

    Very happy with this vintage cookbook.

RetroCulturati · 2025-09-02
charming 4.00

The book is described as wonderful, full of charming and inspiring recipes that evoke nostalgia for memorable restaurants.

The reviewer expresses a fondness for the book, highlighting its charm and inspirational quality. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for past dining experiences and restaurants, suggesting the recipes have a timeless appeal. The book is appreciated not only for its culinary content but also for its emotional resonance with readers who cherish food culture memories.

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    It really is a wonderful book, full of charming yet inspiring recipes.

    Makes those of us who can remember yearn for certain restaurants.

    A timeless collection that inspires and delights.

Goodreads · 2025-09-02
excellent 4.50

The book is praised as one of the best cookery books, balancing accessibility for casual cooks with enough detail to satisfy more experienced readers.

This book is highly regarded for its clear layout and detailed recipes that appeal to a wide range of cooks. It not only shares recipes from Rick Stein's renowned Seafood Restaurant but also encourages readers to explore seafood cooking with a global perspective, highlighting the versatility and health benefits of fish in the British diet. The approachable style makes it a valued resource in many kitchens.

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    One of the best cookery books I've ever read.

    Laid out simply enough to be understood by the average reader but with enough detail to appeal to more experienced cooks.

    Deserves a place on everyone's kitchen shelf.

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