River Cafe 30: Simple Italian recipes from an iconic restaurant

This is a lovely book, some great recipes and dying to try them all. Lovely fresh ingredients and colourful results. Buy it, you won't regret it

This is not just one of the loveliest books you might own - you can unashamedly put it on your coffee table - but it is also a really useful cookbook. It has so many of the best recipes from the River Cafe in London. They are simple to execute, and guaranteed to please your guests, family, and yourself. The book also has a wonderful story - about two women, Rose Gray and Ruth Rogers who turned their ideas about food (Italian) into a world-class restaurant - and they did it by redefining the way a restaurant should exist, not only by using the best and freshest ingredients but by treating customers and employees with integrity, kindness, and generosity. The book, River Cafe 30 is simply a delightful path to pleasure. Mine has never made it to the coffee table, it stays in the kitchen. I might buy another.

I had completely forgotten about the phenomenon that was chocolate nemesis. One star dropped for reminding me about chocolate nemesis! Yum

From the moment that the first River Café Cookbook turned cookbook culture on its head, over 20 years ago, the publishing of a new volume is always eagerly awaited in my household. If you have yet to buy one of the River Cafe cook-books then this is of course an absolute must as it wont only open the door on what makes this London's most special restaurant but immediately gives you a masterclass in their sublime cuisine. And even if like me you have the entire collection, River Cafe 30 brings together everything you love and distils the essence of Ruthie Rogers supreme achievement. When I look at my record collection I have a choice of 'originals' and 'greatest hits' but this has the advantage of previously unseen photos, thoughts, memories and is a brilliant achievement.

Great book - easy to follow recipes and great photographs of dishes

First book I received was sent back as had a red mark on the front that couldn't be removed. Second book I received wasn't exactly in top quality condition - not terrible but looking a little tired. Good price though and great book.

This is a great cookbook with wonderful recipes from one of the worlds greatest restaurants. Beautifully (overly?) designed with perhaps too many photos of staff... Otherwise, a great resource for learning how to cook their special blend of authentic Italian yet hearty European fare!

The cover has been wrinkled, as it’s a gift I won’t be able to gift it. Not so great .

Great book! If you enjoy modern Italian cuisine with a twist of authenticity, this is a must!

The book that arrived was clearly used. There was no dust jacket and the white cover was completely scuffed.

The recepies are fantastic!!

Well written recipes , a bit innovative and very doable for everyday food..