Kaukasis The Cookbook: The culinary journey through Georgia, Azerbaijan & beyond Hardcover

Kaukasis The Cookbook: The culinary journey through Georgia, Azerbaijan & beyond (Condition: BRAND NEW | Format: Hardcover | ISBN: 9781784721640) is a beautifully photographed, narrative-driven cookbook for curious home cooks, food lovers, parents and teachers who want to explore the rich, under-exposed flavours of the Caucasus. Written by acclaimed food writer Olia Hercules, this paperback edition’s hardcover presentation makes it a stylish addition to any kitchen and a lasting gift set item for anyone eager to expand their recipe repertoire.

Olia Hercules brings a storyteller’s sensibility to each recipe, weaving personal memories, regional history and practical kitchen advice into dishes from Georgia, Azerbaijan and neighbouring regions. Praised by culinary greats — "A sensitive, personal journey expressed through the beauty of food - just wonderful" (Jamie Oliver) and "Olia Hercules is a storyteller-foodwriter, and a wholly original voice in the kitchen" (Nigella Lawson) — this cookbook doubles as a travelogue and a hands-on recipe collection.

What you’ll find inside:

• Authentic regional recipes: A curated selection of flavour-packed dishes that put the Caucasus’ best-loved ingredients — walnuts, pomegranates, wild herbs and fermented dairy — front and centre.
• Story-led instruction: Each recipe is accompanied by a personal anecdote or cultural note, turning cooking into a journey and making it perfect for readers who enjoy context with their cookery.
• Accessible techniques: Clear, user-friendly methods help both adventurous beginners and experienced cooks recreate vibrant, restaurant-quality flavours at home.

Highlights and endorsements that build trust:

• "You might not think you would be interested in a book celebrating the food and flavours of the Caucasus...but you would be wrong." — Sunday Time Ireland
• "Each recipe has a story, making this a fascinating read as well as a stunning cookbook" — BBC Good Food
• "If the cooking of the Caucasian region isn't yet on your radar, it soon will be." — delicious. magazine

About the author: Olia Hercules was born in southern Ukraine in 1984, spending part of her youth in Cyprus before settling in the UK. With a background in languages, International Relations and journalism, Olia turned to cooking professionally after the 2008 financial crisis. Her writing blends memoir, cultural insight and dependable recipes — trusted by parents and food lovers looking for authentic yet approachable cuisine.

Benefits at a glance:

• Beautiful hardcover edition suitable as a gift set or coffee-table book
• Perfect for family meals, bedtime storytelling through food history, or classroom cultural projects
• Trusted recipes and evocative storytelling make it a timeless keepsake for book lovers

Whether you’re buying a boxed set for a foodie friend, a paperback edition for everyday use, or adding a bestselling author’s work to your collection, Kaukasis The Cookbook is an inviting, expert-led introduction to a region’s flavours that too few home cooks have experienced. It’s an ideal present, a conversation-starting centerpiece, and a practical resource for anyone who loves cooking with heart and history.