CONSIDER
THE ANCHOVY
A journey in pursuit of the little fish
with the big flavour.
What people are saying
Early praise for "Consider the Anchovy" from chefs and writers who know exactly how much power a small fish can hold.
“Anchovies have always held a very special place in my cuisine. I am so happy that Sudi is highlighting their strong sense of origin and craftsmanship, and their complexity and versatility.”
— Mauro Colagreco
“A gloriously geeky, deeply researched and hugely entertaining journey that gives this small fish the epic treatment it deserves”
— Heston Blumenthal
“Between these covers is an anchovy odyssey, a journey in search of a small fish of enormous importance. Fascinating, unexpected and utterly enticing!”
— Rachel Roddy
Yannick Alleno recently shared with Sudi how much he adores and uses anchovies.
Three Decades of Taste
For nearly thirty years, Sudi Pigott has pursued the extraordinary, uncovering exceptional meals, elusive ingredients, and the stories that give food its meaning. Her voice stands among the most trusted and distinctive in British food and travel writing.
Her work has appeared in The Telegraph, the i paper, Condé Nast Traveller, Harper's Bazaar, Club Oenologique, and Aston Martin Magazine, spanning restaurant criticism, immersive storytelling, recipes, and journeys that transport readers far beyond the page.
Her book "Consider the Anchovy", published by Headline Home, has been widely acclaimed and praised by Tom Parker Bowles, Heston Blumenthal, Claudia Roden, Elena Arzak, Jack Stein, Ken Hom CBE, and Giles Coren.
She also writes on her Substack for readers who care about eating well, thoughtfully, and with pleasure every day.
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