Grape, Olive, Pig: Deep Travels Through Spain's Food Culture
"Grape, Olive, Pig" is a delightful fusion of travel memoir and food exploration, offering readers a tantalizing glimpse into the soulful essence of Spanish cuisine.
Matt Goulding's vivid storytelling brings the vibrant food culture of Spain to life. From the sun-soaked vineyards of Rioja to the bustling tapas bars of Barcelona and the olive groves of Andalusia, he shares the stories of passionate artisans and skilled chefs who craft Spain's most beloved dishes. Through each chapter, readers are treated to mouthwatering descriptions that showcase the country's culinary prowess and the deep connections between its people and their food.
Memorable Moments:
A heartwarming encounter with a family of ham producers in the remote mountains of Extremadura, where the centuries-old art of curing jamón ibérico is lovingly preserved.
An immersive exploration of the Basque Country's culinary scene, from the cutting-edge pintxos bars in San Sebastian to the traditional cider houses in the Asturias region.
An adventure through the olive groves of Jaén, revealing the meticulous process of harvesting olives and producing Spain's golden elixir, extra virgin olive oil.
“If you have a passion for both travel and food and haven’t been into culinary travel books, Matt Goulding might be your guy. For wine lovers, the detailed accounts of Spain's renowned winemaking regions and indigenous grape varieties will be an absolute delight. He gets people too, and their passion for food, which makes me love all of his books. Like the dishes they contain, they belong in everyone’s kitchen.”
~ Marc