Las recetas de El Comidista Mikel López Iturriaga

Las recetas de El Comidista is the recipe book by Mikel López Iturriaga, creator of the food blog El Comidista, one of the most widely read on El País. Published by Editorial Debolsillo (ISBN 978-84-663-5372-4), it brings together easy, inexpensive and very funny recipes in Spanish, aimed both at keen home cooks and at those who have barely picked up a pan.

What the book is about

Another cookery book? Well, no: this is not just another cookery book. This is a different, one-of-a-kind volume that gathers the best recipes from El Comidista, one of the best-known food blogs in Spain. Its charm lies in bringing everyday cooking closer with a relaxed, curious and light-hearted approach, with no pretension or culinary airs.

It is fun, approachable and full of original ideas. It brings together cheap, easy dishes that appeal both to those who love being at the hob and to those who have never dared to cook. In short, a book for taking cooking with a smile while enjoying good, simple dishes.

What you'll find inside

• Simple, economical and reliable recipes, clearly explained.
• The warm, humorous tone that has made the El Comidista blog famous.
• Ideas for everyday cooking, for improvising and for getting by without any fuss.
• Practical tips and advice for anyone who wants to cook better without stress.

Who this book is for

It is perfect for anyone who wants to cook tasty food without complicating their life: students, people who have just moved out, families short on time and, in general, anyone who wants to eat well while spending little. It also makes a great gift for anyone who enjoys food with a sense of humour.

About the author

Mikel López Iturriaga (Bilbao, 1967) is a journalist and author of the El Comidista blog, one of Spain's leading food destinations. His accessible, humorous style has made everyday cooking feel approachable and appealing to thousands of readers.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the author of Las recetas de El Comidista?

The author is Mikel López Iturriaga, a journalist and creator of the food blog El Comidista, one of the most widely read on El País.

What kind of recipes does it include?

It includes easy, inexpensive and humorous recipes designed for everyday cooking and suitable both for beginners and for those who already cook regularly.

Which publisher released it?

It is published by Editorial Debolsillo, in Spanish (ISBN 978-84-663-5372-4).

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. That's one of its great attractions: the recipes are clearly explained and appeal even to those who have never cooked.

Does it make a good gift?

It makes a wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys fuss-free cooking with good humour.

Where do the recipes come from?

It gathers the best recipes from the El Comidista blog, adapted and brought together in a single volume.