Using International Cookbooks to Try out New Flavors

Even if you can't travel the world, you can still experience other cultures through food from the comfort of your home. Add new dishes to your menu rotation with international cookbooks from Williams Sonoma. These books feature a wide variety of recipes for everyday meals and special occasions, complete with clear instructions, photographs and tips and techniques to improve your kitchen skills.

Learning to Cook International Dishes

Beginners and expert chefs can learn to cook international cuisine at home with the help of the recipe books in this collection. Not only do they include step-by-step cooking or baking instructions, but these books also feature stunning food photography. The photographs are typically taken in the cuisine's country of origin for a more immersive cultural experience. Many of these international cookbooks also include personal anecdotes from local chefs to give the reader a more intimate appreciation for the dishes they'll be cooking. Browse to find a recipe book that makes you excited to learn.

• Travel to African countries like Kenya and Madagascar through your food with an African cookbook. Recipe highlights include homemade flatbread, chickpea stew and stewed plantains. For best results, use a mortar and pestle to crush whole spices and create fresh, flavorful spice blends.
• Middle Eastern cuisine uses bold flavors and varied textures that you and your guests are sure to love. Recipes in these books feature ingredients like lamb, parsnips, fresh herbs and dates. Pick up a pair of herb scissors to strip and prepare your parsley, mint and other herbs.
• Learn to master Italian classics, like quick and simple pasta dishes, or try out elegant side dishes like grilled melon salad and bruschetta. Take your Italian meals to the next level by making homemade pasta in a pasta machine.

Shop for international cookbooks at Williams Sonoma to learn to cook dishes from other countries. Take a trip around the world without leaving your kitchen with recipes from Kenya, Italy and more. With their simple instructions and beautiful photography, it's easy to add exciting new meals to your menu for everyday dinners or special occasions.