The meals are not complicated; however, the majority are somewhat exotic, flavorful, and delicious. The recipes are derived from the award-winning author's eclectic background in French, Moroccan, Italian, and Spanish cuisines. Each of the 200 recipes is preceded by a short history or story of the recipe which entices the reader even further. Examples of recipes include: pat� mousse with bacon, potato enchiladas with chipolte cream sauce, lamb tangine with prunes and almonds, pork tenderloin with rosemary cream sauce, cinnamon bread custard pudding, and three layer lemon pie, just to name a few. The book includes recipes for appetizers, beverages, soups, salads, meats, poultry, seafood, breads, rolls, pies, pastries, desserts, cakes and cookies. It also includes helpful hints, cooking tips, nutritional information, and much more. is small and spiral bound, therefore, following recipes is convenient and simple. It is beautifully designed & illustrated and includes washable covers and section dividers.