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A Taste of Haiti (Hippocrene Cookbook Library) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Mirta Yurnet-thomas, Jay H. Moskowitz
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 76404
Media: Hardcover
Edition: Expanded
Pages: 213
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 5.8 x 1
ISBN: 0781809983
Dewey Decimal Number: 641.597294
EAN: 9780781809986
ASIN: 0781809983
Publication Date: July 30, 2004
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Book Description
This is the first Haitian cookbook on the North American market! With African, French, Arabic and Amerindian influences, the food and culture of Haiti are fascinating subjects to explore. From the days of slavery to present times, traditional Haitian cuisine has relied upon staples like root vegetables, pork, fish, and flavor-enhancers like Pikliz (picklese, or hot pepper vinegar) and Zepis (ground spices). This cookbook offers over 100 traditional Haitian recipes, including traditional holiday foods and the author's favorite drinks and desserts. Information on Haiti's history, holidays and celebrations, necessary food staples, and cooking methods will guide the home chef on a culinary adventure to this beautiful island. Recipe titles are given in English, Creole, and French. Complete with b/w photos and illustrations.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 13 more reviews...
 go buy it May 20, 2002
Marjorie Fortin (New york New york)
25 out of 26 found this review helpful
As a hatian american i've been looking for years for a haitian cookbook, but just like the author stated in her book you just couldn't find any. This book is very easy to read and understand. This book has your everyday dishes and recipes for special occasians, there is something in it for everyone. You can find the ingredients at your supermarket. And what i love is that she puts the english, french, and creole when she titles the recipe. That way everybody knows what she is talking about. It's true good thing comes to those who wait. I can't brag enough about this book. Just like i said go buy it.
This is a Gem October 9, 2003
Patrick Andre (New York, NY United States)
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
My Wife recently bought this fabulous book for me at our local bookstore and I have say, WOW. The recipes could not be more accurate. There has been no manipulation of recipes to accomodate the unadventerous. It's nice to see something like this book finally happen in the 21st century.
Not the First Haitian Cookbook - But An Excellent Resource September 13, 2005
Anna Julia (USA)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Although this is not the first Haitian cookbook on the North American market, it is an excellent resource! "A Taste of Haiti" is filled with authentic recipes and family remembrances of Haitian foodways. It is a great introduction to Haitian cooking. Also recommended, "The Art & Soul of Haitian Cooking". An award winning cookbook published in 2001 by The Haitian Institute in Washington, DC.
Wonderful cook book November 28, 2002
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
As a haitian american, I truely love this book. It provides me with the little details needed to cook like my Mom. Thank Mirta for putting it down on paper.
 Thank You Mirta October 4, 2006
C. Vertus
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is a wonderful resource for those who are unfamiliar with Haitian cuisine and those of us who did not watch our Haitian mothers in the kitchen. Each dish's name is accompanied by its Creole, French and English name. I found this to be extremely helpful. I love the introductory paragraphs at the beginning of some recipes, explaining the history and/or meaning of the dishes. This definitely puts what you are cooking into perspective and makes the dishes more personal. My only criticism is the lack of photos. A photo of a dish or two would have been an excellent visual, and I say this on behalf of those who are not familiar with Haitian cuisine.
Definitely a fixture in the kitchen.
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