Istanbul dinners never fail to elicit raving reviews from seasoned world travelers. So, what are the favorite dishes of the creators of those famed dinners? The answer is provided in Istanbul Contemporary Cuisine, a sturdy tome packed with mouth-watering recipes and impressive photography. Winner of the 2010 Special Award of the Gourmand Jury, Istanbul Contemporary Cuisine taps the private repertoires of Istanbul’s top chefs and best-selling food writers to bring together 130 professional recipes carefully chosen for easy applicability in the home kitchen. And the welcome news is, the book now has its own website offering food lovers a foretaste of the seductive flavors inside.

With a sample selection of savory recipes, this is a must-visit site for every cooking enthusiast. Visitors can also explore the contents, communicate with the authors, and buy the book online. Available in three editions, English, French and Turkish, Istanbul Contemporary Cuisine so far has only been put on sale in its home country. Food lovers everywhere else will not want to miss the opportunity to check the book and order it at

http://www.istanbulcontemporarycuisine.com/eng/book/