COOKING & FOOD

The Irish Cookbook

by JP McMahon
Phaidon. Feb. 2020. 432p. ISBN 9781838660567. $49.95. COOKING
COPY ISBN
Chef and restaurateur McMahon wants home cooks to take Irish cuisine seriously. Beyond corned beef and cabbage and soda bread, this guide by McMahon, culinary director of the EatGalway Restaurant Group and founder of the Galway Food Festival, showcases Ireland’s rich and inviting culinary history. McMahon draws upon personal experiences as well as his country’s history, framing many of the recipes with welcome detail. Complementing the writing are numerous gorgeous photographs of finished dishes, including leek and oatmeal soup, traditional lamb stew, and porter cake. The clear organization will make it easy for home cooks to find recipes that might appeal.
VERDICT A highly recommended cookbook that will change minds about Irish cooking for the better, and a welcome addition to any culinary collection. There is no going wrong with this delightful book.
Reviewed by Peter Hepburn, Coll. of the Canyons Lib., Santa Clarita, CA , Apr 01, 2020
Comment Policy:
  • Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
  • Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
  • Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
  • Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
  • If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.

RELATED 

NONFICTION

One Thousand Vines: A New Way To Understand Wine
by Lepeltier, Pascaline
NONFICTION

The Postpartum Nutrition Cookbook: Nourishing Foods for New Moms in the First 40 Days and Beyond
by Licalzi, Diana & Ashley Reaver
NONFICTION

You Gotta Eat: Real-Life Strategies for Feeding Yourself When Cooking Feels Impossible
by Eby, Margaret
NONFICTION

Turkuaz Kitchen: Traditional and Modern Dough Recipes for Sweet and Savory Bakes
by Tunç, Betül
NONFICTION

Sift: The Elements of Great Baking
by Lamb, Nicola
NONFICTION

Not Too Sweet: 100 Dessert Recipes for Those Who Want More with Just a Little Less
by Seinfeld, Jessica
More
ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?