(Peruvian) Olivas, Rosario; Plevisani, Sandra. Los Dulces de Moquegua

Illus. with photographs. 11.25x8.75", jacket. First Edition. Lima: Univ. de San Martin de Porres, 2014.

A gorgeously illustrated book covering the sweets of Moquegua, Peru. Written by researcher Rosario Olivas and pastry chef Sandra Plevisani, this book not only examines the Moquegua sweet-making tradition, but also contributes to preserving it. Readers will find a well-documented history of this sweet shop and the production of wines and piscos. Also, a selection of recipes provided by the Moquegua ladies themselves, whose skill in the art of sweet-making is transcendent. They themselves also tell us how they got started in pastry-making and how they strive to keep it alive.

(60, tall)