Cooking: A Love Affair

by Alexia Alexiadou, Vefa Alexiadou

Alexiadou likens the pleasure of eating to the exhilaration of falling in love--all the senses are involved. A best seller in Greece, her book offers a medley of international recipes for romantic dinner meals that can last till morning. The author encourages creativity: "Don't be afraid to play with flavors and your kitchen will always be erotic, unique and original." She even provides occasional menus for all seasons, like the "Exotic Summer" menu and the "Black Tie Dinner for Eight." With recipes such as "Pheasant with Mushrooms and Chestnuts" and "Salmon Coulibiac," you are certain to fall in love with cooking.

204 pages, Hardcover

First published December 1, 2001