Lavash: The bread that launched 1,000 meals, plus salads, stews, and other recipes from Armenia - Kate Leahy (Auteur), Ara Zada (Auteur) & John Lee (Photographe)

An ode to Armenian food and culture, and to Armenia's UNESCO-recognized flatbread, Lavash.

This cookbook not only reveals how to make the ubiquitous and versatile flatbread, but also shares over 60 recipes for what to eat with it, from soups and salads to hearty stews paired with plenty of fresh herbs. Stunning photography and essays offer an insider's look at Armenia, a small but fascinating country encompassing dramatic mountains, sun-drenched fields, and welcoming people. With influences from the Middle East, the Mediterranean, and Russia, Armenian food is the next cuisine to explore for those who want to delve deeper into traditions forged at the crossroads of East and West.

Fans of bestselling cookbooks like Yotam Ottolenghi's Jerusalem and Ottolenghi will love exploring the Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Russian influences in Lavash.

• For wheelchair travelers and home cooks, this cookbook is as appealing to read as its recipes are to the palate.
• With a growing interest in fermentation and the medicinal benefits of a Mediterranean diet, Armenian food offers a fresh perspective on healthy cookbooks and cooking.