Ibrik: The Balkan Table: 100 recipes from Bucharest to Istanbul

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Explore the rich and comforting flavours of the Balkans with Ibrik: The Balkan Table — a beautifully curated cookbook featuring nearly 100 seasonal recipes inspired by the diverse culinary traditions of Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean.

Created by Ecaterina Paraschiv-Poirson, owner of Paris restaurant Ibrik Kitchen, this collection draws on her Romanian and Greek heritage to celebrate the warmth, generosity, and deep family connections at the heart of Balkan cooking.

From traditional favourites like eggplant caviar, stuffed peppers, shawarma, and kofta to comforting soups, stews, breads, drinks, and desserts, each recipe captures the vibrant mix of cultures and flavours found across Greece, Turkey, Romania, Croatia, Hungary, and beyond.

Filled with hearty dishes made for sharing, stunning photography, and inspiring seasonal cooking, Ibrik: The Balkan Table invites you to gather around the table and savour the joy of good food and connection.

• Features nearly 100 authentic Balkan-inspired recipes
• Includes mezzes, mains, breads, drinks, desserts, and preserved foods
• Celebrates the culinary traditions of Greece, Turkey, Romania, Croatia, Hungary, and more
• Seasonal recipes designed for sharing and gathering
• Beautifully styled with rich food photography throughout
• Perfect for home cooks, entertainers, and lovers of Mediterranean and Eastern European cuisine