Flavors of Summer

Brief Description: The only cookbook you will need this summer celebrates the joy to be had when of eating and entertaining in summer. Featuring over 150 vibrant recipes and evocative images of sun-dappled dining, this book provides all the inspiration you need to create memorable occasions in the warmer months. Whether you are having a picnic on the beach, an al fresco lunch or a romantic dinner under a canopy of stars, you will find just the recipe you need here. Chapters include Grazing Platesa selection of Mediterrean-style small dishes to share. In Salads & Summer Soups, youll find Zucchini, Feta and Mint Salad, Spiced Thai Noodle Salad and iced Gazpacho. Barbecue shows you how to get the best from cooking outdoors over charcoal. Try Olive-infused Chicken with Charred Lemons or Sicilian-spiced Seabass with Grilled Tomatoes and Baby Fennel. On the Go features great ideas for easily transportable picnics, from Greek Spinach Pies, to Asparagus and Blue Cheese Tartlets. Al Fresco has simple yet stunning ideas for more substantial fare for feeding a crowd in the fresh air, from Penne with Melted Ricotta and Herby Parmesan Sauce to Oven-roasted Peppers with Anchovies and Basil. Finally, a chapter of fresh ideas for Desserts & Drinks includes Watermelon Sorbet, Caramelized Figs with Vanilla Mascarpone Cream and Peach Iced Tea.