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Cuisines
of the Caucasus Mountains: Recipes, Drinks, and Lore from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia,
and Russia
by Kay Shaw Nelson
People of the Caucasus are noted for
a creative and masterful cuisine that cooks evolved over the years by using fragrant herbs
and spices, and tart flavors such as lemons and sour plums. With healthful yet delectable
ingredients like pomegranates, saffron, rose water, honey, olive oil, yogurt, onions,
garlic, fresh and dried fruits, and a variety of nuts, these 184 authentic recipes provide
many delicious options. The literary excerpts, legends, and lore sprinkled throughout the
book will also enchant the reader-chef on this culinary journey to one of the world's most
famous mountain ranges. |