Nigel Slater is one of the world's most accomplished food writers. Winner of six Glenfiddich Awards for his food writing and shortlisted for the prestigious Andre Simon prize for this book, he has had an enduring effect on cooking and helped bring to prominence a new generation of British chefs, including the Naked Chef, Jamie Oliver, and Nigella Lawson. His down-to-earth style and infectious enthusiasm has won him a loyal following both here and in the UK, where has been a number one bestseller. Imagine shredded basil leaves stirred into buttery mashed potatoes and a slice of pork pan-fried with fennel, followed by a juicy sliced white peach dropped into chilled white wine. That's Nigel Slater's fast food! Real Fast Food is an inspirational collection of 350 enticing recipes with simple techniques and assertive flavors that can be completed in less than thirty minutes. It's the ultimate modern-day cookbook, filled with recipes for everyone who enjoys good, unpretentious food.
Nigel Slater
Nigel Slater is a British food writer, journalist, and broadcaster known for his simple, seasonal cooking style. He has written several bestselling books on food and cooking, including "Real Fast Food" and "The Kitchen Diaries." Slater's writing is characterized by its warmth, honesty, and emphasis on the pleasures of cooking and eating. He has been credited with popularizing a more relaxed and personal approach to food writing, inspiring a new generation of home cooks. One of his most famous works is "Toast: The Story of a Boy's Hunger," a memoir that explores his complex relationship with food and cooking. Slater's contributions to literature have helped redefine the genre of food writing and have made him a beloved figure in the culinary world.