"A vibrant and fascinating guide to ingredients, cooking techniques and culinary traditions, with over 350 delicious step-by-step recipes and over 1450 sensational photographs." Previously published in two separate volumes: The Caribbean, Central and South American cookbook, and Mexican. Includes index.

Mexican, South American and Caribbean kitchen -- Street food and snacks -- Soups -- Fish -- Shellfish -- Meat -- Poultry -- Vegetarian dishes and salads -- Side dishes -- Salsas -- Breads and cakes -- Desserts -- Drinks -- Nutritional information -- Index.