Description
Catalonia in the glass and on the plate
Book Summary
A culinary and sensory journey through Catalonia led by chef Gessamí Caramés and sommelier Javier Campo. This book features 63 recipes reinterpreted with a personal and accessible touch, paired with 126 drink recommendations selected for all tastes and budgets. More than just a cookbook, it is a guide to discovering the gastronomic heritage of each Catalan territory, combining tradition, local produce, and new perspectives.
What is it about?
The work offers a tour of the different areas of Catalonia, presenting typical dishes reinvented by Gessamí Caramés in an informal and practical style, designed so that anyone can prepare them at home. Each recipe is complemented by Javier Campo's pairing suggestions, which include wines from various ranges, recovered grape varieties, and other less conventional drinks. The book invites you to explore the diversity of the region through its flavors, combining traditional cuisine with current and accessible proposals.
Key themes
- Regional Catalan cuisine reinterpreted with a contemporary and personal approach.
- Pairing of dishes with wines and drinks, including options for all budgets and unique varieties.
- A gastronomic tour of the different regions and territories of Catalonia.
- Emphasis on local produce and the Catalan culinary tradition.
- Easy-to-follow recipes with a casual and approachable style.
Who is it recommended for?
For cooking enthusiasts looking for authentic and simple recipes from Catalan gastronomy, as well as for lovers of wine and food pairing who wish to explore original and accessible combinations. It is also ideal for those who want to get to know Catalonia through its culinary culture and local products.
What this book offers
- A selection of 63 Catalan recipes reinvented by a TV chef, with a practical and easy-to-follow approach.
- 126 pairing proposals ranging from classic wines to recovered varieties and alternative drinks.
- A geographic and cultural tour of Catalonia, organized by zones, which highlights the produce of each territory.
- A personal and updated vision of traditional cooking, combined with the expert knowledge of a sommelier.
Technical specifications
- Author: Gessami Carames and Javier Campo
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: Cat
- Topic: National and regional cuisine, Drinks
- Collection: Sensacions
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2025
- Number of pages: 160
- Weight: 430 g
Editorial Review
An original proposal that fuses traditional Catalan recipes with a modern and casual approach, accompanied by a varied and accessible pairing. The structure by geographic zones facilitates an immersion into the local gastronomic culture, while the practical style of the recipes makes them suitable for both novice cooks and experts. A useful book for those who wish to explore Catalan cuisine from a current and well-documented perspective.