Basque

by Jose Pizarro
Basque cover
Good Books rating 4.42
Cookbooks / Food Writing
Technical
  • ID: 4493
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9781784880262
  • Publisher: Hardie Grant
  • Published: 2016-03-29
  • Reviews: 3

Basque by José Pizarro invites readers into the heart of Spanish cuisine, focusing on the rich food culture of the Basque country. Known for its Michelin-starred restaurants and love of pintxos, this region offers a treasure trove of flavors and techniques. Pizarro demystifies the process of creating tapas and traditional Spanish fare, making it accessible for home cooks. The book features beloved dishes like bacalao, hake a la plancha, and croquetas, along with menu suggestions to help you plan and enjoy a Basque-inspired feast. Beyond the recipes, Basque captures the essence of Spanish dining, emphasizing informality, fun, and the joy of sharing food with loved ones. Set against the stunning backdrop of San Sebastián, this book is a celebration of the region's culinary heritage and a guide to bringing its flavors into your own kitchen.

Reviews
Robbie's Inspiration · Robbie · 2024-11-15
valuable 4.00

The book introduces ingredients that may be unfamiliar to some, but the recipes are worth the effort. The reviewer found the book to be a valuable addition to their culinary repertoire.

Robbie initially hesitated to pick up this book due to the unfamiliar ingredients, but they were pleasantly surprised by the recipes. The reviewer found the book to be a great way to explore new flavors and techniques. The recipes are well-written and the photos are stunning, making it a pleasure to cook from. Robbie appreciates the book's focus on Basque culture and the detailed instructions that make even complex recipes accessible.

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    This is not a book I would ordinarily have picked up as it uses a lot of ingredients that I would not usually buy and that are not readily available.

    The recipes are well-written and the photos are stunning, making it a pleasure to cook from.

    The book is a great way to explore new flavors and techniques.

Brookford Kitchen Diaries · 2024-11-15
delightful 4.75

The book is a delight to read and cook from, with beautiful photos and inspiring recipes. The reviewer was captivated by the book's portrayal of San Sebastian.

The reviewer found this book to be an absolute delight, both to read and to cook from. The photos are stunning and the recipes are inspiring, making it a pleasure to explore Basque cuisine. The book's focus on San Sebastian adds a layer of cultural richness, making it more than just a collection of recipes. The reviewer was so entranced by the book that they almost forgot they were reading a cookbook. The recipes are well-explained and the techniques are clearly described, making it a great resource for both novice and experienced cooks.

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    It is an absolute delight of a book to read and cook from.

    I was so entranced in the photos and the idea of San Sebastian that I almost forgot I was reading a cookbook.

    The book is a celebration of Basque cuisine, with recipes that are both traditional and innovative.

Cooking by the Book · 2016-06-03
delightful 4.50

The book offers familiar ingredients in innovative combinations, providing a unique flavor experience. The techniques and recipes are both accessible and exciting.

This cookbook is a delightful exploration of Basque cuisine, showcasing how familiar ingredients can be transformed into something extraordinary. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to introduce new flavor profiles without being intimidating. The recipes are well-explained and the techniques are clearly described, making it a great resource for both novice and experienced cooks. The book's focus on Basque culture and traditions adds depth, making it more than just a collection of recipes.

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    You'll recognize most of the ingredients in this lovely book, but the combinations and the techniques provide a flavor shift you are certain to enjoy.

    The book is a celebration of Basque cuisine, with recipes that are both traditional and innovative.

    The instructions are clear and concise, making it easy to follow along.

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