iCuba Cocina!; The Tantalizing World of Cuban Cooking--Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow, written by Joyce LaFray and illustrated by Ann Field, is a 260 page, 8 1/4 X 10 1/4 inch hardcover book published by Hearst Books, New York. The copyright date is 1994 and this is a later printing: the copyright page states "First Edition" and the printing number line starts with a "4." Synopsis - The author provides a collection of hundreds of traditional and new recipes that reflect the robust flavors of Cuba, inluding favorites like ropa vieja, arroz con pollo, pollo frito, and seviche, and new dishes: Baby Back Ribs with Guava Sauce, Lobster and Stone Crab Creole, and Fresh Mango Coconut Cake. There are recipes for 25 different salsas, island cocktails, desserts, and more. Includes a glossary and a section that provides instructions for preparing tropical fruits. Illustrated with line drawings. Condition Details - The book is in very good condition; it has a tight binding and no marks, tears or writing. The cover has light edgewear with a bumped corner at the top of the front panel. The textblock edges are clean. The dustjacket (in new, protective Brodart) is not priceclipped ($28.00); it has light edgewear, no chips or tears. No unpleasant odors. I never use stock photos. The item pictured is the item you'll receive, and it will be packed with care regardless of the shipping method. |