
Titles in This Set:
Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond
Persiana Easy
Format: Hardback
Overview:
This Sabrina Ghayour two-book collection brings together her acclaimed Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond and its companion Persiana Easy, both in hardback for ready-to-use kitchen reference. Persiana (the enhanced edition) collects more than 100 vibrant, flavour-forward recipes that celebrate Middle Eastern cooking with approachable methods and fearless freshness. It’s a celebration of spice, texture, and bright acidity that translates the joy of mezze into everyday meals, whether you’re cooking for a weeknight family dinner or a weekend feast. Persiana Easy complements the original with a clearly photographed, simplified approach: every recipe is designed to be irresistibly tasty while keeping steps straightforward. Together, these two books form a gift-worthy book collection that suits new cooks and seasoned home chefs alike, offering a structured journey from mezze to mains, breads to desserts, all rooted in Sabrina Ghayour’s charismatic, modern Middle Eastern kitchen. A dependable, frequently-referenced duo for the pantry and the table, this set is a must-have for fans of vibrant, easy-to-execute flavours.
What This Collection Covers:
Across Persiana and Persiana Easy, readers explore a broad spectrum of Middle Eastern-inspired dishes that balance bold tradition with contemporary practicality. The collection covers mezze and sharing plates to whet appetite, along with breads and grains that form the backbone of many meals. Expect a mix of comforting stews and tagines, aromatic rice, and seafood- or meat-forward mains that showcase saffron, preserved lemon, pomegranate, and a chorus of herbs. Persiana Easy leans into accessible midweek meals, lighter bites, and straightforward pastries, each accompanied by a clear photograph to guide execution. The pairing of these books supports a progressive cooking experience—begin with simple, satisfying weekday dishes, then move to more ambitious, showpiece meals—while maintaining the same flavour-forward philosophy that has made Sabrina Ghayour a trusted name in home cooking.
Book-by-Book Guide:
Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond
Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond invites home cooks into a curated world of vibrant, fragrant dishes. It begins with mezze and sharing plates—think punchy dips and easy grabs for entertaining—and moves through breads and grains, where Eastern-inspired focaccia and embellished rice dishes sit beside comforting, slow-cooked tagines. The collection features dishes such as aubergine chermoula and marinated feta, alongside spiced lamb kofta and expressive rice varieties, weaving together a tapestry of textures and flavours. The book further explores soups, stews, and tagines—Lamb shank and black garlic tagine, and a saffron seafood stew showcase the range from intimate weeknight meals to celebratory feasts. With each recipe, readers gain confidence through clear technique and the promise of deeply satisfying results that honour Middle Eastern culinary heritage while remaining accessible to modern cooks.
Persiana Easy
Persiana Easy distills Sabrina Ghayour’s iconic approach into a collection of straightforward, photograph-guided recipes designed for busy households. It spans dips and light bites—like a creamy sweet potato and feta dip or crispy za’atar prawns—through breads, pastries, and breads’ bakes such as Turkish pide and easy-bake bagels. The book continues with salads that offer bright contrasts and bold flavors, including smoky aubergine with pickled chillies and feta, and pomegranate-infused duck salads for festive occasions. Midweek meals feature comforting, punchy flavours—lamb kofta patties with yogurt and burnt orange, and paprika-spiced chicken—while sweet treats and pastries round out the collection. Persiana Easy is the practical counterpart that makes the best of Sabrina’s taste profile, turning bold Middle Eastern-inspired flavours into dependable, weeknight-friendly dishes.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for home cooks who crave expressive, spice-forward cuisine without complexity. It suits beginners seeking guided first steps into Middle Eastern cooking, as well as more accomplished cooks looking to expand their repertoire with reliable, flavour-packed recipes. Gift buyers will find a thoughtful present for graduates, newlyweds, or anyone expanding their cookbook library with an accessible but sophisticated culinary voice. The set is also well-suited to households that enjoy entertaining, since Persiana’s mezze culture translates into social cooking that’s manageable while still impressive. Parents and teachers may appreciate the educational value of learning about ingredients, techniques, and cultural context, all presented with Sabrina Ghayour’s warm, encouraging style.
Key Benefits:
About the Author:
Sabrina Ghayour is celebrated as a Sunday Times bestselling author whose Persiana series has introduced countless readers to vibrant Middle Eastern cooking. Persiana: Recipes from the Middle East & Beyond is highlighted here as an enhanced edition, reflecting her signature approach to accessible, flavour-packed dishes. Her work emphasizes fresh ingredients, bold aromatics, and practical methods that bring the excitement of Middle Eastern kitchens into everyday home cooking. Ghayour’s cookbooks have earned acclaim for demystifying complex flavours without compromising depth, making her a trusted reference for cooks seeking vibrant, modern takes on traditional dishes. This two-book collection showcases her distinctive voice: approachable techniques, generous portions, and a joyful, generous spirit that invites readers to explore new ingredients and celebrate communal meals.
Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you crave lively, spice-forward cooking that’s practical to recreate, this Sabrina Ghayour collection delivers. The combination of Persiana’s rich, expansive recipes with Persiana Easy’s photo-guided, weekday-friendly options creates a versatile kitchen resource you’ll turn to again and again. The hardback format adds durability for busy kitchens, and the packaging makes this set a thoughtful gift for food lovers who appreciate bold flavours presented with warmth and accessibility. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or planning a week of dinners, these books invite you to cook with confidence, explore new textures, and enjoy the bright, comforting world of Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
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