1080 recetas de cocina de Simone Ortega

1080 recetas de cocina is the best-selling Spanish cookery book in history. Written by Simone Ortega and revised by her daughter Inés Ortega, it is published by Editorial Alianza (ISBN 9788413621005) and brings together 1,080 recipes of traditional, everyday cooking. It is the reference manual with which more than five million people have learnt to cook in Spain.

What «1080 recetas de cocina» is about

«1080 recetas de cocina» is a classic par excellence and, thanks to it, more than five million people have learnt — beyond more or less passing fashions — the secrets of cooking and eating well. Recognised by the great chefs of Spanish cuisine as their go-to book and the essential reference for anyone who wants to get to grips with the kitchen, it has not lost an ounce of its relevance thanks to the revision carried out by Inés Ortega, the daughter of the distinguished gastronome.

As Ferran Adrià says: «Simone's book already forms part, in letters of gold, of the history of Spanish gastronomy. Without it, this whole boom in Spanish cuisine would never have happened». It is the best-selling cookery book in Spain and appears in a revised edition that keeps all the essence of the work, with lighter versions of a good number of recipes for food lovers who also want to bear in mind today's guidelines for healthy, sustainable eating.

What you will find in the book

• 1,080 recipes covering every area of everyday cooking, from sauces and soups to fish, meat, vegetables and desserts.
• Clear, well-ordered explanations, designed so that anyone can follow them step by step.
• Lighter versions of many recipes, adapted to healthier, more sustainable eating.
• Inés Ortega's updated revision, which keeps the essence of the original classic intact.

Who it is for

Whether you are taking your first steps in the kitchen or looking for the definitive recipe book to solve everyday meals, «1080 recetas de cocina» is a safe buy: the go-to book that has accompanied several generations of cooks in Spain.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the author of 1080 recetas de cocina?

The author is Simone Ortega, and the current edition is revised and updated by her daughter Inés Ortega.

Which publisher publishes the book?

It is published by Editorial Alianza. Its ISBN is 9788413621005.

How many recipes does it include?

It includes 1,080 recipes of traditional Spanish and everyday cooking.

Is it suitable for someone starting to cook?

Yes. Its clear, step-by-step explanations make it one of the best books for learning to cook from scratch, and at the same time a useful reference for experienced cooks.

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