The Occidental Arts and Ecology CenterThe Occidental Arts and Ecology Center Cookbook: Fresh-from-the-Garden Recipes for Gatherings Large and Small

This book is absolutely unique in the way it ties cooking/recipes to place. OAEC (formerly the Farallones Institute) is a pioneer in the field of sustainability - dating back to the '70's, when under Farallones stewardship the land was one of the first places in the country to use alternate technology - passive solar heating, biodynamic gardening, compost toilets, etc. This rich heritage has informed the cutting-edge programs that OAEC offers today. The first half of the book describes OAEC and its programs. The recipes in the second half grow out of that heritage and the land itself, using ingredients grown in the 40 yr old gardens - one of the first organic gardens in the state. The recipes are unique and delicious, the photographs are sensuous and rich, the text is informative and delightful to read. The book is both a remarkable resource and a work of art. Daidie Donnelley

Great for cooking for large groups