"My Private Collection"

by Nikos Ligidakis

 

Legendary chef Nikos Ligidakis demonstrates in this book his priceless culinary knowledge.  Nikos's passion for the art spills over onto every page of this extraordinary book.  Over 400 recipes are in this book.  Each recipe brings forth a taste that the culinary artist has brought to life with creative eyes and clever hand. 

 

Nikos presents his creations in a visual, elegant simplicity.  "My concept of dessert making and designing is about quality and simplicity," says the chef.  As you read this book you may find yourself puzzling over the complexity of many of the desserts.  What a dizzying array of ingredients, you may think.  One cake alone can be a blending of several different cakes, mousses, syrups, and chocolates.  Many take dedication and time to create.  "The best doesn't come easy," says Nikos.  Deep thought and love of flavors created the recipes.  Such concentration is required by the chef who brings each masterpiece to life. 

 

Some recipes may be difficult but none of them are "work".  Understanding the man behind this book will help you apply a positive perspective in every area of your life.  To never be intimidated, start with a simple recipe, and then challenge yourself to something more difficult.  Soon you will tackle the impressive cakes.  In no time you will be creating your own recipes in a way you might not have thought possible.  What better way to grow than with Nikos's book as your primer?  It's one of the only times in life you'll get to eat your mistakes and love it!

 

Nikos Ligidakis

ISBN: 0-9658158-3-8

Price: $39.25

Pages: 302

Format: Hardcover / Coffee Table

Size: 11" x 8.5"

 

                 

Comments

 

"Some of us find reading Nick's dessert menu better than erotic poetry."

Arizona Republic, 1996

 

"In his legendary restaurant, Nick makes a dessert named Sinful Act. It is a diabolical multi-layered chocolate creation."

Best of Phoenix, 1994

 

"Best Cheesecakes"

New Times, 1994

 

"Some of the most tantalizing and novel desserts in the Southwest are displayed in dessert cases along one side of the dining room. How about a Cinnamon Stick Cake, for example? It's an epicurean extravaganza of cinnamon, walnuts, honey, orange zest and baklava crust."

Destinations of the Southwest, 1988

 

"I've somehow survived the final addiction, a near-death blend of white and dark chocolates, hazelnut chocolate, chestnut puree and Kahlua."

New Times, March 1998

 

"Cakes and pies to Nick, they are like marble to Michelangelo; just a starting point to White Passion Cake souped up with kiwi and wild mango mousse."

Java Magazine, Dec. 1997

                                                                                                                                   

Other books by Nikos Ligidakis!

 


The Heroes of My Thoughts

 

Is an esoteric view of the author on the effects of the parent/child relationship. It is about heroes that change our lives and inspire us to be the best that we can be. This is an important book to help construct and strengthen healthy relationships within the family, as well as to understand the problematic behaviors of the young when they have been denied the true love of their parents. Most importantly this book strongly emphasizes that child abuse has no place in our society.

                                                                                                                                                     

*The Last Mission

 

During World War II a bomber crew was shot down in enemy territory. The crewmembers made a heroic run for freedom that spanned over 700 miles and 34 days. It was a run that bonded them in life and death.

 

*2003 Award Winner For Published Non-Fiction--Arizona Author's Association

 

                                                                                                                                                     


5024 E. McDowell

 

This unique story cookbook reveals every recipe created by legendary chef Nikos Ligidakis. It is a collection of over 500 original recipes in a motivational story about the personal failures and accomplishments of a man who used his imagination and courage to make his dream a reality. The recipes in this book are written in an easy to follow form. This inspirational book will encourage readers to create original recipes.

                                                                                                                                                     

Songs of Freedom

 

The Morning of that Friday in April did not dawn with the sun of democracy.  That morning something new happened; another system of mastering appeared.  Another way of thinking had been imposed.

A military coup had taken over Greece.  The civilian government was overthrown; poverty, hunger, economic and social issues had become secondary.  Now, the people had to honor the new masters to make their stay in our homeland comfortable and welcoming.

                                                                                                                                     

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