Chilli - A fiery feast of red-hot recipes - Linda Doeser
Chilli: A Fiery Feast of Red-Hot Recipes (Collectible First Edition Copy)
A Global Culinary Celebration of Bold, Spicy, and Authentic Chili-Pepper Dishes
A Global Culinary Celebration of Bold, Spicy, and Authentic Chili-Pepper Dishes
Bibliographic Specifications
- Title: Chilli: A Fiery Feast of Red-Hot Recipes
- Author: Linda Doeser
- Publisher: Parragon Publishing, Bath
- Publication Date: 2004
- ISBN-10: 1405429526
- ISBN-13: 9781405429528
- Edition Details: First Edition, Standard Release (Collectible Copy)
- Binding: Original publisher's premium high-gloss illustrated laminated boards (pictorial hardcover as issued).
- Physical Format: Large Format Quarto (4to), 48 pages. Lavishly enhanced with high-definition, full-page step-by-step color photography and comprehensive kitchen preparation layouts.
- Language: English
Official Condition Report
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The Book: Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Exterior / Boards: The highly durable, pictorial laminated boards remain exceptionally bright, square, and structurally sound. Minimal, microscopic shelf friction present on the surface and tips, entirely consistent with light storage and handled with structural reverence. The spine is completely crisp, intact, unbumped, and perfectly uncreased.
- Interior: The inner hinges and binding are tight and flawless. The internal pages, full-bleed color recipe spreads, and underlying photographs are crisp, clean, and completely immaculate. Absolutely free from standard kitchen splashes, user inscriptions, owner stamps, dealer pencil annotations, or dog-ears.
- The Dust Jacket: Not Applicable (As Issued without dust jacket over glazed pictorial boards)
Synopsis & Culinary Value
Originally compiled in 2004, Chilli: A Fiery Feast of Red-Hot Recipes serves as an expert and visually rich regional guide to the versatile, bold world of the chili pepper. Linda Doeser curates an international masterclass spanning the heat-intensive culinary landscapes of Indonesia, Thailand, India, North Africa, Spain, Mexico, Morocco, Singapore, and traditional American Tex-Mex. Rather than presenting abstract concepts, the book guides readers seamlessly from raw, freshly sourced ingredients to beautifully composed, fiery finished plates using foolproof, step-by-step directions. Whether exploring subtle smoky undertones or full-throttle heat, this large-format collectible cookbook balances culinary accessibility with authentic spice profiles, making it a stellar addition to any culinary collector's bookshelf.
Author Profile: Linda Doeser
Linda Doeser is a highly regarded British author, food writer, and experienced culinary editor specializing in international cuisine, home entertaining, and regional ingredients. With an extensive portfolio that spans dozens of highly regarded cookbooks—frequently focusing on accessible step-by-step techniques and clear ingredient pairings—her work is celebrated for its clarity, precise measurements, and focus on practical home kitchen execution. Her deep understanding of world flavor profiles allowed her to bridge traditional techniques across Asian, African, and European hot food traditions into a cohesive work for modern readers.
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