Mediterranean is my most favorite style of cooking so I knew a lot of these recipes but this would be terrific for new cooks. I do wish there were more pictures.

I've been looking for a good Mediterranean cookbook and this one hit the spot. The recipes are easy to follow at home, do not have crazy ingredients in them and the pictures and stories are great. This is a good cookbook.

wasnt knowing what to expect with this book. Generally I find books that cover wide geographic areas to skim over the area and just give well known, generic recipes .. and typically find the books uninspired. This book, though, was interesting throughout, and the recipes look great. I will be buying a copy for my self .

This was a fairly nice cookbook. Though it didn't offer anything new or exciting in my opinion. I did wish it had additional pictures fo inspire.

There is such a variety of recipes in this book and all with great personal stories. I do wish there were more pictures but the descriptions are very detailed and help greatly. Seafood, vegetables, basically everything you want in a book you will reach for again and again. I really like the mix of recipes and they are sorted by region. I will reach for this over and over.

Mediterranean food is well known for its healthy aspects, but most importantly, it is delicious. Many don’t realize that it comes from many different countries, and some of the dishes are varied and unique. Mediterranean: Recipes from the Islands and Shores of the Mediterranean is an excellent cookbook that covers the different regions of the Mediterranean and includes mouthwatering recipes from there. The book is divided up into regions of the Mediterranean and the individual countries.

The recipes are written in the traditional manner with the ingredients listed first, followed by step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. Anyone – with beginning to advanced cooking skills – will be able to follow the recipes and end up with picture perfect and delicious results. The ingredients are gathered from all over the Mediterranean, but are available in most mainstream grocery stores, so it will be easy to obtain them.

The book features vignettes regarding things like street food, pastries, sweet and sour flavors, and other interesting and helpful things about the food and the regions. One plus is that there are beautiful, professional photographs of many of the recipes (the only drawback is that not all of them are pictured) that make each dish stand out; there are so many mouthwatering recipes in the cookbook, it will be difficult to decide what to make next.

All told, this is one of the best Mediterranean cookbooks I have seen. It will keep most of us making new, yummy dishes for months. Tish really knows his stuff, and he makes it easy for us to learn from him and turn out beautiful dishes.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

The cover and recipe photos in this book are lovely, and I enjoyed the writing that went along with them. While I'll probably only end up making a handful of the recipes presented, I really enjoyed reading them and the stories that went along along with them. This book really allows you to eat with your eyes!

Ben has this incredible way of immersing you into places you’ve never been and fall in love with the food, people, culture and customs.

Mediterra is no different to the absolute enjoyment reading Sicilia and Moorish brought me.

Ben writes love letter to the places he discusses through his books, always giving you insights to cultures, customs and history of these vibrant and rich countries and cuisines.

Always a joy to read and experience his books.

His recipes are easy to follow and wonderfully balanced.

Thank you so much to NetGalley, Bloomsbury USA, Bloomsbury Publishing and Ben Tish for giving me this ARC of Mediterra.

Ben Tish is hands down one of my favourite chefs, cookbook authors and food writers.

It was truly a pleasure to read.

The Mediterranean has my whole heart and I can’t wait to one day experience it in person. There is so much beauty and a bountiful selection of wonderful eats 💖 This book perfectly captures it all.

Beautiful cookbook. I wish there were more photos, it’s hard to picture what the recipe will look like or if it looks appetizing without photos. The recipes that do have photography have very beautiful photos. The recipes are divided in four categories:
Northern shore: Spain, France, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia and Greece.
Eastern shores: Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, and Egypt.
Northern shores: Tunisia ,Algeria and Morocco
Islands: Crete, Sicily and Sardinia.
Lovely recipes to try. I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review

Honestly, this book is great. It escapes from the trap of Mediterranean cookbooks being health-based and only about a few select (mostly White) parts of the region. Tish sets out an appealing survey of his research and travels. In addition to being an accomplished chef, his writing skills are above average. There’s much more pastry work than I would’ve personally expected, which will appeal to some ambitious cooks. The only reason this book isn’t getting 5*s right now is there aren’t enough photographs, especially of more complicated dishes. I’m hoping I got an incomplete copy, and that more photos will be forthcoming.

I loved the recipes, the description, and the very easy-to-follow steps. Being a massive fan of the cuisine, I was delighted to have the opportunity to access this fantastic book. The pictures are droll-worthy. I made the Moroccan Smokey Grilled Vegetable, which was an instant hit for my meatless Mondays. I also loved the white fish stew with homemade fish broth, which made all the difference. The caraway seeds potatoes with harissa is a great side dish, and I can see it during the holiday season. The spiced fried chicken from Algeria is fantastic. I especially enjoyed that the book has a great mix of vegetarian and non-vegetarian without compromising the flavor. Can I take a moment to talk about the divine tiramisu? However, I would have liked all the recipes to have their picture with them. Most of the cookbooks I have seen these days manage to include photos of all the recipes. I know it is a lot of work, but the ones with the picture get made the most. And with a book with such wonderful recipes, I would not want people to miss out on them.

Genuinely this is one of the best recipe books I have. Maybe because I am from the Mediterranean area, but there were so many recipes here that my grandmother used to make and it's so nice to be able to make them myself :)) There were also many recipes new to me that I am excited to try ( I need to make the lamb, cheery, and pistachio meatballs asap)

I thought I'd like the choice to separate by cuisine and not by mains/dessert/ect less than I actually did- it kind of felt like multiple recipe books in one (which was pretty nice) and separating them this way paid homage to and credited each area/culture the recipes came from.

I'd maybe take away half a star because there were a lot of recipes without pictures - although there were A LOT of recipes here in total so I understand that's probably difficult to print

(I recommended this book to my whole family, ofc)

This book needs more pictures. There is a lot of information and history about the recipes and why the author chose them but not enough visual support to go with it. The recipes look sound but a picture would go a long way to inspiring someone to try making one.

This came in the perfect timing for meal planning! I love how this book was separated by shores and then included a list of countries within in section with some key descriptors for special ingredients. There are a few recipes that I definitely want to make in the coming weeks! The rice pudding sounds SO GOOD!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this arc ebook in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Mediterra is a beautiful cookbook full of wonderful recipes from the more unusual to the everyday! It is very authentic but not inaccessible.
I have already made the Greek Salad and Tiramisu from this book and I can tell you that the tiramisu recipe is simple and delicious!

A gorgeous cookbook. The recipes are fabulous and true to the cuisine. The photos in this book are absolutely stunning!!

"Mediterra" is a comprehensive cookbook on the Mediterranean region. The photographs are beautiful and the recipes are easy to follow! The book is divided into regions with a description of each of the region's unique characteristics. A must have cookbook for anyone who is interested in the foods of the Mediteranean region or is interested in learning new recipes from another part of the world. Thank you Netgalley for the preview of this new cookbook.

Mediterra captures the essence of Mediterranean food. love cookbooks that transport you to somewhere else - and this one does! Beautiful photos and lovely recipes. The measurements are in metric so that may be troublesome for some American cooks, though I think the conversion is worth it.

“Mediterra” is an absolute bounty of information, both through prose and recipes, that beautifully captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Each dish feels like a delightful surprise, offering a fresh perspective on Mediterranean ingredients. From Spain to Tunisia, Croatia to Morocco, Ben Tish takes us on a culinary journey that celebrates the heart of Mediterranean cooking. The recipes are rich, intense, and alive, reflecting the sun-soaked way of life in this vibrant region. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this book invites you to explore the flavors, sights, and smells of the Mediterranean sea right at your own table.

We made two mouthwatering recipes from this amazing book: Grilled Steaks on Toast
with caramelised onions, red peppers and melting cheese. Asparagus, Ricotta and Mint. The instructions were easy to follow and created fresh tasting, flavorful meals!

Mediterra is a beautiful and inviting cookbook into Mediterranean cuisine across four regions. The dishes use a wide range of ingredients, and I think there is a recipe in here for anyone. There are salads, grilled dishes, pastas, soups, and baked goods.