Foods of Sicily and Sardinia and the Smaller Islands or Diabetes Menu Cookbook

Foods of Sicily and Sardinia and the Smaller Islands

Author: Giuliano Bugialli

From the author of The Foods of Italy and The Foods of Tuscany comes a gorgeous book on the fantastic food of Italy's islands--Sicily and Sardinia and their small neighbors, Elba, Giglio, Capri and Ischia.

Giuliano Bugialli, one of the world's leading Italian food authorities, has turned his attention to these magical places where the food is varied and unlike what is found in any other Italian region. The choices range from the seafood of the rocky coasts to the rich meats from inland, and the fabulous herbs and vegetables, cheeses, breads and desserts that are everywhere. Geography and history are responsible for such exotic accents as saffron--Sicily's is the finest in the world--and almonds, jasmine and honey.

Here, then, are recipes for lamb cooked with saffron and artichokes, sweet peas with mint, calamari stuffed with pasta, tuna in a vinegar sauce, and gelato scented with jasmine. Bugialli also offers photo essays on Palermo's tumultuous Vucciria, one of the world's outstanding food markets; local festivals; tuna fishing off the coast of Sicily; and the baking of the ancient bread called carta da musica.

The glorious photography was made on location, with ancient ruins, fishing boats, rugged landscapes, cathedrals, village streets and bustling markets providing the settings for the food. The photographer, John Dominis, also collaborated with the author on the hugely successful Foods of Italy, Foods of Tuscany and Bugialli on Pasta.

Publishers Weekly

Charting watery frontiers of authentic Italian cuisine, Bugialli (The Foods of Tuscany) island-hops to observe ancient Roman culinary traditions steeped in encounters with Greek, Phoenician, French, Spanish and other historic trespassers. The galvanic flavors retrieved justify his every stopover. Claiming that Sicily and Sardinia boast Italy's most varied antipasti, Bugialli offers Swordfish or Tuna Marinated in Aromatic Herbs (lemon verbena, mint, basil, parsley, sage, rosemary, oregano and capers) and Grilled Eggplant in Salmoriglio, a sauce of anchovies, garlic, rosemary and sage. Sicilian Pesto fuses tomatoes, almonds, garlic, basil, parsley and mint. On the tiny island of Favignana, he finds Pasta Baked in a Squid. Some dishes specify homemade pasta, which may scare off many home cooks; Polenta with Sausages, Sardinian Style, asks for 55 minutes of pot-stirring, a long stretch even for old polenta hands. But simple recipes, like Fava Bean Soup with spinach and pancetta or prosciutto, are also offered.

Lemon-Flavored Ossobuco with Cannellini Beans from Elba is particularly seductive, as is Chicken with Hot Green Peppers. Expectedly, seafood dishes excel with dishes like Shrimp in Tomato/Caper Sauce and Fresh Tuna in Savory Vinegar Sauce. So too do vegetables (String Beans in Garlic Sauce; Savory Squash Torte). Breads include Sardinia's classic Carta da Musica (Music Paper Bread). Dominis's lush photos portray the islands, their marketplaces and traditions with remarkable immediacy.

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Diabetes Menu Cookbook: Delicious Special-Occasion Recipes for Family and Friends

Author: Barbara Scott Goodman

Discover the secrets to easy diabetes-friendly entertaining!


Now there's no need to worry about what to serve when you host a special get-together or celebration. With The Diabetes Menu Cookbook, you can cook and enjoy festive foods that not only stay within diabetes nutritional health guidelines, but also taste terrific. Whether you have diabetes or cook for someone who does, this book is an essential year-round kitchen companion.

Inside you'll find:

120 great-tasting recipes, including appetizers and drinks, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers and wraps, main dishes, side dishes, and desserts

Twenty-two "mix and match" menus covering everything from a Thanksgiving feast and a New Year's Day open house to a Mother's Day brunch and a Father's Day barbecue

Information on American Diabetes Association guidelines for nutritional health and helpful specific recommendations based on weight

Health and cooking tips to make your life and your meal preparation easier

Library Journal

Scott-Goodman has written several cookbooks (e.g., The Beach House Cookbook), and Doner, an editor for the magazine Diabetes Focus, has written books on health issues (Hepatitis C Help Book). Together they have crafted this work on diabetic cooking for special occasions that everyone in the family can enjoy. Although there are sample menus (cocktail party, birthday dinner, etc.) included, the majority of recipes are arranged by type (such as side dish, dessert, or main course). The recipes require some familiarity with the kitchen, although the page layout is clean and easy to read. The authors stress the importance of variety in flavors and ingredients, and scattered throughout are tips on eating healthy and incorporating flavors into everyday cooking. An index (unseen by the reviewer) is included as well as nutritional information for diabetics at the end of each recipe. While not essential, this book will be a useful addition to many public libraries. Virginia Wolter, West Toledo Branch Lib. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.

Table of Contents:

Foreword.

Celebrate Your Life!

Chapter One: Appetizers.

Chapter Two: Soups.

Chapter Three: Salads.

Chapter Four: Sandwiches, Burgers, & Wraps.

Chapter Five: Main Courses.

Chapter Six: Side Dishes.

Chapter Seven: Desserts & Drinks.

Index.