Combinações Improváveis
(Improbabilicious)
This book by José Avillez includes 51 recipes from the series COMBINAÇÕES imPROVÁVEIS ("Improbabilicious") that was broadcast for two seasons on SIC Mulher channel. Starting with one main ingredient, José Avillez gives us a likely combination, an improbable combination and a recipe for kids.
"Whether you are an experienced cook or a beginner, I hope these suggestions give you the urge to experiment with different textures, temperatures and flavours", says chef José Avillez. Apart from the recipes, the book includes tips and curious facts. Revisit classic combinations or unleash your creativity and venture into the unknown.
Get the family and friends together and have fun combining.
Cantinho do Avillez - As Receitas
(Cantinho do Avillez - The Recipes)
José Avillez returns to writing with a book that reveals some of the most popular recipes from his Cantinho do Avillez, one of the most sought-after meeting places in Lisbon. A bilingual (Portuguese and English) book containing easy recipes, inspired by traditional Portuguese cooking and influenced by the chef's travels.
"Peixinhos da horta (deep-fried green beans), farinheira sausage coated with cornbread and coriander, black sausage and apple crumble, prawns sauteed with lemongrass and ginger, steak Cantinho style, cod strips with LT egg, chocolate cake, hazelnut3. These are just a few of the most popular recipes from Cantinho do Avillez that you can find in this indispensable book. The uncomplicated recipes and fun photos will give you an insight into Cantinho do Avillez' relaxed atmosphere and into the team’s easy-going spirit". José Avillez
Petiscar Com Estilo (Snacking in Style)
Snack alone or with company; in a hole-in-the-wall or by candlelight; on a paper table cloth or on linen; on the beach or at home. Portugal is definitely a country that knows how to snack. In the spring, the chef recommends toast with chorizo paste and pea foam or mango and strawberries with old-style mustard. The summer calls for light, fresh flavours, such as clams Bulhão Pato style or snails that take on a new life when seasoned with truffle butter. In the autumn José Avillez recommends prawns with plum purée wrapped in smoked bacon, or smoked game sausage with quail’s egg. And, when the cold weather arrives, try marinated partridge or black sausage and vegetable meatballs with apple purée. And why not try the haute cuisine snacks like the blue lobster sashimi with wasabi and soya?
A trilingual (Portuguese, English and Spanish) book, republished in paperback in 2013, that has already sold over 10 000 copies.
Um Chef Em Sua Casa (A Chef In Your Home)
After having sold over 15 000 copies, the book "Um chefe em sua casa" is now available in paperback.
José Avillez’ first book gathers techniques, tips and simple, yet sophisticated recipes to impress both family and friends. Just like Maria de Lourdes Modesto says in the preface: "This book is aimed at people with good taste, whether they are beginners or experts, who expect their cooking to be refined, seductive, astonishing and, above all, to bring pleasure to others”.
In this book you can find the secret behind beef carpaccio, magret salad, cold pear soup, farinheira sausage risotto, mascarpone mousse with strawberries, and plenty more.