Although it may seem a paradox, this 2020 pandemic great works of art are also coming out. Whatever they are, those creative minds that went full blast during the months of confinement have allowed to create proposals as curious and interesting as the one that has to do with cook as a family. Yes, that task that suddenly became a trend. Day after day, parents and children gathered at home in front of the stoves to experiment and practice with all kinds of culinary recipes. Hence the book «Let them cook«, Of the photographer (lover of the kitchen too) Greg Ross.
A real discovery
It was seen daily on the social networks of all kinds of people and throughout Spain: cook as a family It was one of the most outstanding activities of the confinement. Between those months of March and May, homes were filled with creativity, practice and enthusiasm for preparing recipes that used to be difficult. Especially due to the lack of time for parents to put on their aprons and put their hands in the dough with their little ones. Or not so much! Because the grandparents who also spent those days locked up with their children or grandchildren were also encouraged.
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That mixture of fun with hobbies that starred in part of the routine in Spanish homes ended up having its consequences. Positive, yes. Many discovered a novel hobby while others took more hours from their busy work schedule to experiment with new elaborations that require their time.
In short, the kitchen became a curious, attractive and interesting activity for many families. So much so that he even wants to stay home after that quarantine period. It's one of the legacies that the pandemic leaves us. Who was going to predict it before! It has been a discovery that already has its own book.
"Let them cook" by Greg Ross
His profession is that of a photographer but he does not hide his love for cooking and that is why he was the author of the work entitled "Let them cook." Greg ross It refers to the smallest of the house, whom it invites to stand in front of the stove to enjoy and create recipes as a family. All while learning the importance of foods that provide them with their healthy properties so that they grow healthy and strong.
Although it is natural Lyon (France) currently lives in Catalonia, where he began to teach his daughter culinary work, in the middle of the national quarantine. It was then that the French photographer came up with the project of writing something about another of his passions. He spent so much time with his little girl that he had the brilliant idea of collecting a series of simple and fun recipes, directed to cook as a family with the kids.
His cookbook published in Spanish and French takes a tour of more than 40 proposals gastronomic that also come from the kitchens of the whole world. From the Spanish omelette itself to a dish called adjaruli khachapuri, from Georgia, not forgetting the famous French cake called quiche lorraine. Truly among all the culinary ideas offered in «Let them cook»Some 27 families. Yes, those that would also almost certainly add to the most appetizing trend of quarantine.
Educate in food
Ross believe it is essential educate in nutrition from an early age so that children know the benefits of each ingredient that is part of delicious dishes. “Many prepared foods contain preservatives or additives that, in the long run, can be harmful to health. Cooking at home It allows us to have more control over what we eat and teach it to the kids in a didactic and different way, "he argues.
For this reason, the book of this professional chef (has its title awarded by the ESAH hospitality school in Seville) is adapted to all types of diets. It is divided into four parts: "Let the children get dirty", "Surprise your friends", "A touch of freshness" and "Desserts". The latter is especially aimed at those with a sweet tooth in the house. But still something else is hidden under each page!
Cook as a family and save lives
The solidarity aims stand out in this gastronomic literary work, since the 18% of the income from its sale will go to Save The Children. Of course, Ross He could not have focused that financial contribution better. “Entire families have suffered a lot during the confinement. That is why we decided to donate part of the profits to an NGO that helps children all over the world, "he says.
So now you know, if you want to collaborate in that way, go ahead and cook as a family acquiring this book in the websites By Gregorie. They even sell aprons for readers and a online course is offered to learn a minimal foundation!
