Join award-winning, internationally acclaimed chef
Teresa Barrenechea as she takes you on a culinary journey through her homeland, the historic
Basque region of Spain ’s north-central coast. Barrenechea brings you
130 recipes, from San Sebastián to Bilbao and beyond, that exemplify the authentic, uncomplicated dishes characteristic of rustic Basque home cooking , which glories in
fresh fish and shellfish; abundant meat, poultry, and cheese; vegetables and fruits straight from the garden; the olives and olive oils for which Spain is famous; and much more . From boldly flavored
pinchos (Basque tapas) to succulent
maincourse dishes , you’ll find dozens of delicious choices as you explore this renowned cuisine. So pour yourself a glass of wine and take a seat at
The Basque Table.
Circa l’autore
In addition to the award-winning The Basque Table, Teresa Barrenechea is also the author of The Cuisines of Spain. A native of Bilbao, Spain, Barrenechea is considered one of the eminent authorities on Spanish cooking, specifically the cuisine of the Basque region, in the United States. She is also the former chef/owner of the widely acclaimed Marichu restaurant in New York, which the Spanish National Board of Tourism lauded as having the most authentic Spanish food in the United States. Barrenechea is frequently asked to represent Spain at international events and conferences, as well as to prepare special feasts for officials and celebrities in Spain and the United States. Mary Goodbody collaborates with the country’s leading chefs in making their cookbooks and recipes fully accessible to home cooks.