With a career in food writing spanning 50 years, Simone Ortega was the foremost authority on traditional Spanish cooking, and contributed articles and recipes to countless newspapers and magazines. Inés Ortega has written many cookbooks and she collaborated with her mother on this book, the first translation into English of her mother’s classic home-cooking companion.Ferran Adrià won three Michelin stars for his acclaimed restaurant elBulli. Since its closure in 2011, he has been lecturing globally and developing the elBullifoundation, a culinary academy and think tank, on the site of the former restaurant.Javier Mariscal is one of the most highly respected illustrators and designers working today. His work covers a multitude of disciplines, from graphic and industrial design to furniture, interiors, animation and multi-media projects.

‘This is an historic book, for those who like to feed the soul as well as the stomach.’ – Ferran Adria,Guardian‘Would cheer up any kitchen.’ – Sunday Times‘The best Spanish cookbook … ever! … Truly comprehensive, with clear explanations to help non-natives cook.’ – Observer Food Monthly‘This bible of Spanish cookery is a real classic.’ – Gordon Ramsey, Delicious‘I learned to cook with this.’ – Omar Allibhoy, founder of the Tapas Revolution chain, Shortlist‘An essential and timeless classic.’ – Oliva Tessen‘The definitive book on Spanish cookery.’ – New York Journal of Books