Momo Gastronomic Journey Through Morocco

Among the many new restaurants that have sprung up in London in recent years, 'Memo' occupies a unique position. Mourad Mazouz ' aka Momo ' drew on his Algerian background and his extensive knowledge of the gastronomy and culture of the Maghreb countries to create an exceptional space in the centre of the English capital: a corner of a North African souk.
Now Memo has used his talent and experience for this equally creative and original cookbook. With it, he wants to open a door to the Maghreb countries and introduce readers to the cuisine and eating habits of Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria. In these countries, cooking is more than just preparing food. It is the art of taking the time to live, the art of making time for what needs to be done. This book contains ninety authentic recipes for some of the most characteristic and tasty dishes from this region: tajines, coescoes, briks and briouats, gazelle horns (horn-shaped almond pastries) and refreshing mint tea.
Not only the recipes, but also the beautiful photographs illustrate the romantic and mysterious atmosphere of the region - the colours, people, traditions and rituals.
A gastronomic journey through Morocco, Tunisia and Algeria. Mourad Mazouz left his native Algeria when he was eighteen. He travelled the world for many years before settling in Paris, where his restaurants 'Au Bascou' and '404' quickly became among the most successful in the city. His 'Momo', established in London in 1997, is known as the hippest Moroccan eatery in the city. Award-winning author Janine di Giovanni sketches a portrait of the landscape, the people, their customs and their legendary hospitality in a series of captivating texts.