West of Ireland Summers, a Cook Book: Recipes and Memories from an Irish Childhood

West of Ireland Summers is an elegantly designed, modern rendition of the food of the west of Ireland. In this vivid account, Tamasin Day-Lewis rekindles the sights, sounds, smells, and, above all, the tastes of her family vacations on this beautiful Irish coast. Simon Wheeler's stunning photographs & Day-Lewis' vivid text & recipes make this a truly irresistible cookbook. Tamasin Day-Lewis' passion for cooking is evident in more than 100 dishes: traditional Irish recipes that recapture the taste of her childhood, & others created by Tamasin herself. The recipes include Killary Bay Mussel Chowder; Beef Braised with Guinness; Salmon Baked in Pastry with Currants & Ginger, Chicken in Ginger & Yogurt, Leek, Potato & Oatmeal Tart, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Brown Bread, Wholewheat Chocolate Hazelnut Cake, & Peach & Almond Crumble Tart. The recipes cater to modern, healthy eaters who desire flavorful & innovative food that is also low in fat & easy to prepare. American measurements are used throughout.