The Gourmand is David Lane and Marina Tweed, creators of the eponymous food and culture journal founded in London in 2011. Through publications, films and experiences they explore the fields of art, design, literature, film, fashion, and music through the universal subject of food. Their work has been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, Die Zeit, and Le Monde, and exhibited at the Design Museum, London.
This exceptional book explores the lemon's history, geneaology, poetry and delivers 60 or so recipes for which the lemon plays a decisive role. Tuna steak 'al salmoriglio, lemon tagliolini, roast chicken, tagines, lemon cakes and tarts, lemon curd and various other precious condiments, but also classic and creative cocktails: all elevating this magical fruit. Gorgeous photos by Bobby Doherty. * Les Pieds dans le Plat de Gilles Pudlowski * The secret life of lemons. * Marie Claire Maison * In addition to its many cultural references, this rich volume presents 60 recipes that celebrate the lemon's incredible versatility in the kitchen. * Sky Arte * The Gourmand's second book has the same immaculate and imaginative quality. * D di Repubblica * This gem of a book takes us on a fascinating journey on the citrus trail. * Marie Claire * A beautifully illustrated and amply documented bible that gives us a full tour around the ball of energy that inspired so many painters, musicians...and recipes. * M Le Monde * More than 60 lemony recipes to inspire your culinary exploits. * Harper’s Bazaar * A sharp anthology of recipes, stories and visuals championing a fruit bowl staple. * Creative Review * Lemons are symbols, ciphers, ingredients; conduits for meaning and metaphors; little cathedrals, fruit for dreaming. * Jennifer Higgie * Since launching out of London a handful of years ago, The Gourmand has garnered a cult following for its whimsical take on contemporary food and culture. * New York Magazine *