Earthy, umami, magical – Grafikmagazin

"Mushrooms are Magic." Whether psychoactive, medicinal, or delicious, mushrooms are incredibly versatile, have a long history, and taste great too. The next installment in TASCHEN's "The Gourmand" book series not only includes creative recipes, but also takes readers on an in-depth journey through the cultural significance of mushrooms.

Ben Toms, from Evolution, 2023–24
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The volume is a stylish addition to any kitchen. The elegant hardcover with a giant mushroom stands out thanks to its catchiness. The book features artwork by Andy Warhol, fashion photographs, and even Super Mario. The images by Bobby Doherty and Ben Toms are particularly striking and can be found throughout the book. "All mushrooms are edible, but some only once," Terry Pratchett once said. This volume can be consumed again and again, as this opulent homage to mushrooms offers many mysterious stories and recipes. In this panorama spanning myth, medicine, and muse, from healing rituals to haute cuisine, everyone will find an exciting story or a suitable recipe—again and again.

Grafikmagazin Gourmand's Mushroom Cookbook about mushrooms

The first part contains not only culinary history, but also scientific articles on the toxicity of mushrooms, myths and legends, and an article on the graphic world of Takashi Murakami, who also translates his graphics into 3D models. In keeping with the principle of "form follows fungi," furniture and fashion design are presented in connection with mushrooms.

The recipe section includes starters and main courses, from classics such as mushroom risotto to old-fashioned mushroom ketchup or making mushroom powder, offering creative ideas for autumn cuisine. Of course, different varieties are also used in cooking, such as enoki, portobello, shiitake, and porcini mushrooms.

Mushroom Omelette
(Photography, Bobby Doherty. Food styling, Jamie Kimm. Set design, Noemi Bonazzi)
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The Gourmand's Mushroom: A Collection of Stories and Recipes is available at taschen.com.

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