Our Latin Table
Celebrations, Recipes, and Memories
By Fernando Saralegui  

      From the sultry tones of the mambo to the tantalizing taste of margarita, the Latin heritage has fast been adopted by the American society. Worldwide, people have dined on succulent Latin dishes such as pork tamales, migas, and tequila-cured salmon quesadillas.

     Fernando Saralegui has graciously provided readers with an authentic taste of his own Latin culture by creating Our Latin Table: Celebrations, Recipes, and Memories. Saralegui is a first generation Cuban-American restaurateur who shares his family history, recipes, and ideas for celebrating with Latin warmth and flavor. This book offers the readers a rare opportunity to learn the secret techniques and ingredients that transform common household pantry items into fabulous, mouth-watering Latin dishes. Some of my favorites included: Amy’s Enchiladas, Chicken Fricassee, and Guava-Basted Ribs.

      What makes this book unique is that its menus cover a year-long range of holiday favorites and gives a glimpse into how Saralequi and his family celebrate these holidays. In addition, he provides very detail knowledge on how to set up a Cuban bar, while suggesting the perfect music that will compliment the selected meal.

     Our Latin Table: Celebrations, Recipes, and Memories is a fascinating collection of bona fide Latin customs overflowing with traditional recipes. It will be well received by anyone who is looking to savor the Latin legacy. Bravo!