Claridge's: The Cookbook

Just go for it! The book is awesome in its presentation, even the feel of the book. The short bread recipe is to die for and very easy to make. Delighted with the book!

Disappointed my brother hasn't spent 3 days making the croissants yet, but there are some lovely recipes in here for cheffy types.

I bought this as an ebook on offer for 99p. It’s an absolute delight; so much more than a cookery book, more of a journey with food and traditions at this first class, world renowned establishment. From the outset, I was pleased to note that the Claridge egg dishes are renowned The success is attributed, in part, to their use of Clarence Court eggs. I’ve used Buford Brown eggs from this supplier for years and they’re the only eggs I’ve found which actually taste and look like freshly laid eggs. Every section has a story and that’s what makes this book so enjoyable. The recipes are easy to follow and easily achievable. There’s nothing out of the world by way of ingredients and the methods are simple to follow. Lavishly illustrated with many full colour plates, this is a really comprehensive book. The evormat works well, with numerous hyperlinks, so it’s easy to navigate or return to contents. Recommended.

It's more than just a wonderful cookbook! It's an insight into the luxury world of Claridge's. There will surely be many a visitors of this hotel who'll grab a copy. Even if people haven't visited this place yet (like me) it's more than just worth considering to buy this book thanks to an abundance of really interesting, scrumptious and well presented recipes. What I like most about the recipe section of this book: each recipe gets an introduction which enables the reader to familarize with the nature of this recipe. The following description of each recipe is very detailed, most of them even get a proper timeline (if more than just a couple of hours for preparation are involved...). Puddings and cakes are especially appealing! The only downside (and this is the point where four instead of five stars find their reason) is that more than just one (or so...) recipes needs a handful of very special equipment. Those folks who really wanna do these recipes at home will spend a fortune on baking forms, silicone molds etc. If you do so: remember that you just buy these things for ONE recipe. I would have liked it if there were less recipes of this highly sophisticated type. (If you like this book you will surely like Raymond Blanc's "Le manoir" as well. Both books have a very similar approach.)

Great for expanding the palate

I have 100s of cookbooks. I bought this on kindle as it was relatively cheap… wasn’t expecting it to be nearly so good. The recipes are beautifully photographed yet actually “do-able” for the keen home cook. It’s so good I bought the hard copy for a permanent space in my kitchen! A mix of traditional recipes with modern presentation. So rice pudding with rhubarb compote, in a glass, in layers, for example. The raspberry ripple ice cream a Bridge Riley work of art. Tells you how to make ahead too and when to assemble. Love the way they talk to you like a friend in the kitchen… not at all stuffy. A totally beautiful cookbook. Elegant, simple, achievable but beautiful. 5 ⭐️

Great book no probs

This is a stormer of a book. Lush photographs for sure but really compelling text. You read of huge commitment to the craft of cookery. Great personal commitment to incredibly high standards. Passion but in a patient, precise way. Some of the recipes are easier to reproduce at home than others of course. But in a way it's like a Haynes manual for a car you could never afford: unnecessary but fascinating.

Me gusta el libro pero muchas recetas llevan elaboraciones complicadas.

Beautiful book, with stunning pictures and a selection of recipes. I don’t see myself spending 3 days to make croissants, but the meal suggestions are excellent. The lobster risotto is marvellous, and fairly easy to prepare, although it does require careful organizing. In addition, the little gems of details about the hotel and its staff are wonderful, and certainly create a connection with the people behind the creations.

Quick and reliable.

Súper

Love this book. Came in mint new condition and is absolutely a lovely read and coffee table book that I will cherish for years to come. Good seller, delivered my book well in time.