Simply Raymond Kitchen Garden

Simply Raymond Kitchen Garden is a celebration of seasonal ingredients, grown and cooked by Raymond Blanc in the gardens of Le Manoir aux Quat''Saisons.

As we leave winter behind us, celebrate the longer days ahead with deliciously light recipes for spring and summer using your own freshly grown produce, or easily-available seasonal ingredients from the supermarket.

''I am still in awe,'' says Raymond Blanc, ''of the magic of the garden and the miracles of the kitchen, and the wondrous connection between them.'' With simple and trusted recipes, this book mirrors that connection. Within these pages, Raymond recounts a deeply inspiring story of creating his famous gardens at Le Manoir aux Quat''Saisons, the Michelin-starred hotel and restaurant in Oxfordshire, renowned as one of Britain''s finest retreats.

Over 90 recipes celebrate the year-round ingredients and flavours from Raymond''s kitchen garden. You''ll find something quick and wholesome for a midweek supper as well as sensational dishes for special occasions. Recipes range from an easy Kitchen Garden Omelette to Salmon and Beetroot Tartare, and from Roast Butterflied Leg of Lamb with Salsa Verde to Baked Peach and Almond Crumble.

Whether you''re in the kitchen wearing an apron dabbed with floury fingerprints, or longing to don yourgardening gloves, Raymond is with you sharing his unique wisdom, know-how and charm.

Bon Appétit!