The Vegetarian Flavor Bible by Karen Page

The Essential Guide to Culinary Creativity with Vegetables, Fruits, Grains, Legumes, Nuts, Seeds, and More, Based on the Wisdom of Leading American Chefs

576 pages, Hardcover

264 x 197mm (L x W)

Condition: LIKE NEW: This book is almost as new, with no damage nor defects. There no markings, inscriptions or signatures of any kind, pages are clean and vibrant.

Genres: Cookbooks / Cooking / Food / Nonfiction / Reference / Vegan / Culinary

"The Vegetarian Flavor Bible" offers inspiration for vegetarian cooking, employing the innovative reference format established in "The Flavor Bible."

Throughout history, individuals have embraced vegetarian and vegan diets for diverse reasons, encompassing ethical considerations, economic factors, and a commitment to personal and planetary health. This book presents an additional rationale: the pursuit of optimal flavor, which can often be obscured by the use of meat-based stocks or dairy products. Drawing on the expertise of numerous prominent American chefs from acclaimed restaurants such as Crossroads and M.A.K.E. in Los Angeles; Candle 79, Dirt Candy, and Kajitsu in New York City; Green Zebra in Chicago; Greens and Millennium in San Francisco; Natural Selection and Portobello in Portland; Plum Bistro in Seattle; and Vedge in Philadelphia, this guide serves as a valuable resource for culinary innovation.

The book emphasizes plant-based whole foods, including vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It features an A-to-Z directory of hundreds of ingredients, from açaí to zucchini blossoms, cross-referenced with the herbs, spices, and other seasonings that complement their flavors. This results in thousands of suggested pairings. "The Vegetarian Flavor Bible" caters to the cooking and dietary practices of a substantial segment of the population, including vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores. This seminal work equips both home cooks and professional chefs to prepare cuisine that is both flavorful and healthful.