{"product_id":"arabesque-table","title":"Arabesque Table","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e''\u003ci\u003eThe Arabesque Table\u003c\/i\u003e is full to the brim with dishes which are rooted in tradition and at the same time creatively (and deliciously!) transcend it. It is wonderful!'' - Yotam Ottolenghi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e''Refreshing is … the best word to describe Ms. Kassis''s book … \u003ci\u003eThe Arabesque Table\u003c\/i\u003e zooms out, examining both the history and the evolution of Arab dishes, suggesting another, richer approach to understanding food.'' - \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMuch-loved author and James Beard nominee Reem Kassis presents an acclaimed and unique collection of original contemporary recipes tracing the rich history of Arab cuisine.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Arabesque Table\u003c\/i\u003e takes inspiration from the traditional food of the Arab world, weaving Reem Kassis''s historic research and cultural knowledge with her contemporary interpretations of an ancient, remarkably diverse cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn her personal, engaging voice, Reem bridges past and present to open up the world of Arabic cooking today, showcasing a mosaic of 130 delicious, accessible home recipes. Organized by primary ingredient, the recipes and vivid photographs bring the dishes to life while her narrative offers not only a sense of taste, but a sense of time and place as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than just a compilation of modern Arabic recipes, \u003ci\u003eThe Arabesque Table\u003c\/i\u003e celebrates the evolution of Arab cuisine and the stories of cross-cultural connection it recounts, paying tribute to the history and journey that have led to this point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the past on full display in this intensively researched and exciting book, you will find dishes from the Golden Age of Islam: such as Narjissiya (a fava bean and egg hash) and  Makmoora (a layered chicken, onion and pine nut pot pie), as well as contemporary and globally inspired interpretations: such as Tahini Cheesecake and Caramelized Butternut Squash Fatteh with Za''atar, revealing a cuisine that is vibrant, nourishing, and exciting, but above all, reminding us of how powerful food is in defining the relationship between people, place and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57309420159358,"sku":"NW9781838662516","price":19.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9781838662516.jpg?v=1778653028","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/products\/arabesque-table","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}