The culinary map of the Mediterranean covers a wealth of countries each with its own distinctive cuisine. Yet common to every region is a love of fresh simply cooked food that not only tastes delicious but is healthy too. The Clasic Mediterranean Cookbook reflects this tradition offering over 130 authentic recipes imbued with the aromatic flavours of this rich and diverse area.Embracing one of the healthiest diets in the world Mediterranean cooking features seasonal vegetables and the freshest meat or fish cooked simply with fragrant herbs spices and olive oil. Wander through the book's photographic catalogue of market produce and discover how to choose the very best ingredients on offer.Recreate the flavours of Spain with Paella Valenciana evoke the heady scents of an Italian summer with Zuppa di Pesce or divise a stunning menu of traditional tapas and meze. Simple-to-follow instructions explain exactly what to do and are accompanied by photographs of every ingredient.The Classic Mediterranean Cookbook offers a wide range of mouthwatering dishes from quick appetizers and soups to slowly cooked robust casseroles and exquisite fruit desserts. An illlustrated menu planner suggests characteristic regional menus that will stimulate and delight the senses.