More than a cookbook, this is a portrait of the legendary Greek island through anecdotes, history and traditions connected with its 140 recipes, many of which are local specialities not found on the mainland. Whether simple dishes for everyday, festive treats for holidays, Lenten sweets that turn fasting into feasting, or favorites from some of Crete` s best restaurants and tavernas, they demonstrate why the Mediterranean life style is so beguiling. It will remind those who know Crete why they love it, and will send readers and cooks who haven` t been there rushing to their travel agent.

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