Latin Flair Cookbook Spotlight – Dulce
It’s no secret that I am a cookbook lover. And it doesn’t help that I have various bookstores within walking distance from my office that I frequent more often than I would like to admit when I want to “get some air” around lunch time. On a recent trip to Posman Books in Grand Central Station a book jumped out from the shelf, tugged me and pulled at my curls to get my attention.
The book is Dulce – Desserts in the Latin American Tradition by Joseluis Flores – and what a beauty of a book it is. If I ever wrote a cookbook, this would be it.
Savory Latin American cuisine is extremely popular but the sweeter side doesn’t get as much love. Hence, there are no cookbooks (until this one) devoted solely to Latin American desserts. We all love flan, churros and tres leches cake, but Dulce uncovers a whole new world of exotic Latin flavors. In it, you will find recipes from a wide range of cultures. Yes, Mexicans, Colombians, Chileans, Dominicans, Puerto Ricans, Peruvians are all Latinos but we are all different in our own way and Dulce celebrates the diversity in Latin American flavors.
In the coming months, expect much more from this, my new favorite cookbook, on A Chica Bakes as I bake my way through its tasty pages. Get yourself a copy and join in on the fun.
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Mary — June 30, 2010 @ 3:19 pm
I can't wait to see the sweet treats you make from recipes in the book. I hope you are having a wonderful day. Blessings…Mary
Cristina - Teenie Cakes — June 30, 2010 @ 3:43 pm
It's a beautiful and unique book! I've tried the besos (called them besitos!). I look forward to your posts from this book. =)
Ana Sofia — June 30, 2010 @ 4:01 pm
Oh, I've been trying to resist but this is making it harder. Can't wait to see what you make first!
Mlle Fraise — June 30, 2010 @ 5:50 pm
I love collecting cookbooks too! It's an addiction I am afraid. And that one looks like it has fantastic recipes to add to your latin flair. Can't wait to see what you whip up!
Salsa Verde — June 30, 2010 @ 7:38 pm
It must be an amazing book. I'm just like you. I'm looking for new and interesting cook books all the time. The time I can spend in a book store just looking into cook books is more than the time I spend looking for new clothes.Love,Lia.
cookies and cups — June 30, 2010 @ 7:55 pm
What a great cookbook! any cookbook with churros in it sounds good to me
Cate O'Malley — June 30, 2010 @ 9:21 pm
Mmmm, those churros look delish!
Barbara GF — June 30, 2010 @ 11:06 pm
I know someone who would definitely enjoy this one, Eliana (not counting me as well)!
Mrs. G — June 30, 2010 @ 11:32 pm
Uummm, I am going to enjoy to see you cooking out of this book.
Joanne — July 1, 2010 @ 10:50 am
I'm going to have to check this book out! Considering how much I love eating and baking desserts, it's a must have.
CookiePie — July 1, 2010 @ 1:39 pm
Ooooooohhhhhh — I have to go get that book!!! The cover alone has me drooling. Can't wait to see what you bake up first!
biz319 — July 1, 2010 @ 4:46 pm
I am a cookbook whore too – they always seem to jump into my arms at thrift stores and garage sales, much to my husband's dismay!
Ingrid — July 2, 2010 @ 2:36 am
LOL, Biz is funny but I'm one too. I'm pushing 175. I saw that cookbook and browsed through it briefly. I thought it looked really good (loved all the photos) but I also thought the recipes looked complex. You actually have the book. What are your thoughts? Are the complex or time consuming? Can't wait to read and see more on this book. ~ingrid
steph- whisk/spoon — July 7, 2010 @ 8:16 pm
i was eyeing this book at borders just yesterday. can't wait to see what you make out of it and if the recipes are as good as they look!
Hungry Sofia — July 20, 2010 @ 12:12 pm
I understand the conflict. It's never my first choice but I love baking with chocolate and it makes everyone love you!