Latin & Caribbean Grocery Stores Demystified

With 400 entries & over 200 illustrations plus stories about the ingredients used in every major Latin cuisine, this guidebook identifies & tells you how to use the vast array of herbs, chilies, fruits, sauces, meats, beans, & prepared foods offered at your neighborhood mercado. Bladholm provides carefully researched, clearly presented information which will let you shop with confidence. A bonus section of her favorite Latin recipes will help you create delicious, authentic dishes. This indispensable guide takes you by the hand & gives you a clear & fascinating tour of Latin & Caribbean markets. Includes traditional foods of: Mexico, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, & the Caribbean Islands including Cuba, Puerto Rico & Jamaica.