Mediterranean cuisine is diverse, nutritious, palate pleasing and appetite satisfying. With "Culina Mediterranea", H. F. Ullmann has compiled an 800-page compendium of step-by-step recipes that are profusely illustrated with more than 3000 color photographs and drawn from 92 master chefs from eight different countries Showcasing dishes associated with the kitchens of Southern Europe and North Africa, "Culina Mediterranea" is an impressive collection of 'kitchen cook friendly' recipes that are enhanced withy culinary background information and invaluable preparation tips. From such exotic fare as Braised Snails and Squid; to hearty dishes like Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers from Samos; to dining adventures like Fillet of Sea Bass on Aniseed Sabaglione, to sophisticated desserts like Red Berry Compote with Lemon Verbena Ice Cream, "Culina Mediterranea" is a cornucopia of wonderful meal time ideas and an enthusiastically recommended addition to personal, professional, academic, and library cookbook collections.