Seven Fires - BookWyrm

Hardcover, 288 pages

English language

Published June 18, 2009 by Artisan.

ISBN:: 978-1-57965-354-5
OCLC Number:: 244354558

(1 review)

The seven fires of the title refer to a series of grilling techniques that have been singularly adapted for the home cook. So you can cook Signature Mallmann dishes—like Whole Boneless Ribeye with Chimichuri; Salt-Crusted Striped Bass; Whole Roasted Andean Pumpkin with Mint and Goat Cheese Salad; and desserts such as Dulce de Leche Pancakes—indoors or out in any season. Evocative photographs showcase both the recipes and the exquisite beauty of Mallmann's home turf in Patagonia, Buenos Aires, and rural Uruguay. Seven Fires is a must for any griller ready to explore food's next frontier.

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Pumpkin Pai reviewed Seven Fires by Francis Mallmann

Review of 'Seven Fires' on 'Goodreads'

4 stars

Very excellent book on a philosophy of cooking I find intriguing and truthful. I love that the recipes get their flavor more from technique than from ingredients. A simple potato becomes an array of contrasting flavors and textures. I'll never cook the same again.

The writing was a bit sparse at times. While I appreciate getting down to business, I really wanted to see further into Mallmann's life and perspective. I came to this book from Chef's Table on Netflix so I know he's an interesting fellow.