Ciudad de Mexico: Recipes and Stories from the Heart of Mexico City
August 2, 2021 by JennyEnter our US/UK/AU/NZ giveaway to win one of three copies of Ciudad de Mexico: Recipes and Stories from the Heart of Mexico City by Edson Diaz-Fuentes.
Divided into chapters by time of day, in Ciudad de México, chef Edson Diaz-Fuentes takes the reader on a whirlwind tour of one of the most diverse cuisines in the world, explored through the vibrant and bustling Mexico City. Inspired by the culinary highlights of his childhood, this title features traditional favorites as well as an array of cocktails.
There is a dedicated section to marinades, rubs, and salsas which provides everything you need to bring a touch of Mexican flavor to everyday dishes. Designed for the home cook, Edson’s handy substitution guides allow you to capture the essence of Mexican cooking with readily available ingredients, so it won’t matter if you’re short a tomatillo or two. Throughout the book the author’s headnotes provide background and valueable information. There are also helpful tips such as how to turn salsa roja cruda into a quick salsa roja codida or how to cure a molcajete.
A book evoking the flavor and soul of Mexican hospitality, Ciudad de México unveils the complexities of the cuisine and the rich food culture that unites this sprawling metropolis. Tied together with stunning location photography, this book is a must-have for any home cook and culinary explorer.
Our 
takes you inside this beautiful book and features the following 
- Classic guacamole
- French toast with agave, cacao nibs and bacon
- Baja-style fish tacos
- Pambazo
- Queso fundido with rajas and chorizo
- Tamarind chicken wings
- Pibil-style pork ribs
- Smoky cauliflower with pipián blanco
Special thanks to the publisher for providing three copies of this title in our promotion. Entry options include answering the following question in the comments section of this blog post.
Which recipe in the index would you like to try first?
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