Average Bufph Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Zella Palmer Cuadra
2013-09-20
New Orleans con Sabor Latino is a documentary cookbook that draws on the rich Latino culture and history of New Orleans by focusing on thirteen New Orleanian Latinos from diverse backgrounds. Their stories are compelling and reveal what for too long has been overlooked. The book celebrates the influence of Latino cuisine on the food culture of New Orleans from the eighteenth century to the influx of Latino migration post-Katrina and up to today. From farmers' markets, finedining restaurants, street cart vendors, and home cooks, there isn't a part of the food industry that has been left untouched by this fusion of cultures.
Zella Palmer Cuadra visited and interviewed each creator. Each dish is placed in historical context and is presented in full-color images, along with photographs of the cooks. Latino culture has left an indelible mark on classic New Orleans cuisine and its history, and now this contribution is celebrated and recognized in this beautifully illustrated volume.
The cookbook includes a lagniappe (something extra) section of New Orleans recipes from a Latin perspective. Such creations as seafood paella with shrimp boudin, Puerto Rican po'boy (jibarito) with grillades, and Cuban chicken soup bring to life this delicious mix of traditional recipes and new flavors.
Diving into 'Sabor' was like a culinary journey through my own heritage. Ana Sortun's passion for Cuban flavors shines through every recipe, and her storytelling is a delightful blend of history and heart. It's a book that not only inspires the cook in me but also connects me to my roots in a way that feels both personal and universal. The vibrant photographs and detailed instructions make it a must-have for anyone looking to explore the rich tapestry of Cuban cuisine.
