A Taste of Latvia (Hippocrene International Cookbooks) - Hardcover

Doub, Siri Lise

9780781808033: A Taste of Latvia (Hippocrene International Cookbooks)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0781808030 ISBN 13: 9780781808033

Publisher: Hippocrene Books, 2000

Traditional Latvian cuisine relies upon staples such as dairy products, porridges, pork, potatoes, rye bread and cottage cheese. This book presents over 100 easy-to-follow recipes, all adapted for the North American kitchen, for classic Latvian dishes like piragi, dumplings, and potato pancakes, along with specialties like "Courland Sour Porridge," "Sauerkraut Soup," "Pike-Perch with Green Butter," and "Gooseberry Dessert." Among the chapters included are: Salads, Breads and Piragi, Soups and Porridges, Pancakes, Egg Dishes and Cheeses, Potatoes, Meat Dishes, Fish Dishes, Desserts, Drinks, and Holiday Foods. Interspersed throughout the recipes are Latvian folk songs (dainas), poetry, mythology, information about local customs and holidays, historical accounts, and photographs that will provide the reader with a unique perspective on Latvia's rich history and cultural traditions. Complete with dozens of b/w photographs.

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About the Author:

Siri Lise Doub is a contributing editor of International Living, a monthly publication for travelers interested in living and working overseas. Her publications include the Official Handbook for International Correspondents and Spain: The Owner's Manual. She has contributed feature articles to many magazines, and has lived in Norway, the Marianas Islands, France, China, Poland and Latvia. She currently resides in Washington, D.C.

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