The Taste of Mexico

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Summary: Authentic, delicious, stunning photos!
Review: I purchased this incredible book while living in Mexico for two years. Bringing it back to the U.S. presents a challenge when trying to find the right ingredients, but the hunt is half the fun. This is not a book for people looking to whip up a quick meal, the recipes are complex and detailed. One concern is that since it was originally written in Spanish, some details are lost in the English translation, so be prepared to figure stuff out along the way. My favorite - Filete al Chipotle!

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Summary: Beautiful but Impracticle
Review: This book is filled with many beautiful pictures and is the ideal "coffee table book". It also provides insight on the vast variety of mexican dishes. But buyer beware!!! I grew up on mexican cooking and thought this book would be a great addition to my collection, but I was wrong. This is not a practicle cook-book, and definitely not intended for the novice cook. Most recipes contain numerous ingredients (some very rare and difficult to find, even at ethnic food stores). This is a gourmet cooking book, intended for advanced cooks who are up to the challenge of hunting down rare ingredients and cooking up rare wonders.

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Summary: The bible of true Mexican cuisine!
Review: This is the bible of authentic Mexican cooking. I lived 12 years in Mexico, immersed in a family food business, so I feel I can vouch for its authenticity. It is a refreshing divergence from what many Americans think Mexican food is all about. The photography is beautiful, and the book is a visual feast, providing a tour of Mexico's ceramics, textiles, architecture, art and culture as well as its culinary coverage. I have used this book for years and will continue to do so. If you have only one Mexican cookbook this is the one to have!