L.A.'s Original Farmers' Market Cookbook

L.A.'s Original Farmers' Market Cookbook

by KarlPetzke (Author), JoAnnCianciulli (Author)

Synopsis

What began as a dirt lot for farmers to congregate and sell their fresh produce has now grown into a renowned dining paradise combining nostalgic charm for natives and tourists alike. Visitors can experience authentic cuisines from around the world, enjoy old Hollywood stories, catch sight of a celebrity or two, and still purchase the most fresh and abundant produce, meats, seafood, cheeses and baked goods in the city. For readers who can't quite get there, this fascinating food lover's storybook incorporates not only the history of the Market but highlights the multigenerational vendors and their most sought after recipes. Celebrating its milestone seventy-fifth anniversary, this enduring companion piece brings to life the experience that is a trip to the wonderfully unique Farmers Market. From Mexican to Middle Eastern to Brazilian and even good ol' American diner fare, Farmers Market has something for everyone.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 258
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 01 May 2009

ISBN 10: 0811855686
ISBN 13: 9780811855686

Author Bio
JoAnn Cianciulli is an established food writer and culinary producer. She has collaborated on six cookbooks, including Michael Mina, the Lever House Cookbook, and Tyler Florence's Real Kitchen. As producer, her television credits include Food Network's Simply Delicioso and Food 911, and Top Chef 2 on Bravo. This is her first book as author. The transplanted New Yorker, who now lives in Los Angeles, has been coming to Farmers Market for over a decade. Photographer Karl Petzke lives and works in San Francisco and NapaCalifornia. Winner of the 2007 James Beard Foundation Award for Best Food Photography in a Book. He has traveled throughout the U.S. and Europe for numerous Book, Magazine and Advertising projects. Some of his previousChronicle Books include: Espresso, Chocolate and Tra Vigne.