This is a box set of 4 books with 265 authentic recipes shown in more than 1160 evocative photographs. It is a collection of 265 timeless Mediterranean dishes, from simple soups and salads to delectable meat, fish and vegetable dishes, and pastries, cakes and desserts. It features uncomplicated, robust and delicious food from Italy, Greece, Spain and France, using the best seasonal produce. It includes classic sun-drenched recipes from each region, such as Sicilian Pizza, Greek Taramasalata, Spanish Paella and Toulouse Cassoulet. It is beautifully illustrated with over 1160 sumputous photographs, including easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and glorious pictures of every finished dish. These four books bring together a fabulous selection of authentic recipes from Italy, Greece, Spain and France, covering appetizers, main courses, salads, breads, sweets and desserts. All the traditional classics are included - such as Tagliatelle alla Bolognese, Loukoumia, Crema Catalana, and Moules Marinieres - as well as a complete guide to identifying, preparing, using and cooking with traditional Mediterranean ingredients. Illustrated with over 1160 beautiful photographs, this essential box set is a delectable collection of recipes as diverse as the people and regions from which they originate, and will bring to life the true taste of the Mediterranean.