Food & Drink

This beautifully illustrated Vietnamese cookbook offers over 80 authentic, mouthwatering recipes and simple, accessible instructions along with a trove of information about the "world's healthiest food".Vietnamese food is fast emerging as one of the most popular of all Asian cuisines. Its emphasis on fresh herbs, raw vegetables and light seasonings makes it ideal for the health-conscious cook. This lavishly illustrated Vietnamese cookbook, gathered and photographed in Vietnam, examines the historical and regional influences that have shaped the cuisine and presents a selection of classic dishes.The easy-to-follow recipes present a diverse range of dishes from the country's major regions—from Hanoi and the cooler north, to Saigon, the Mekong Delta, and all the points in between. Detailed information on Vietnamese ingredients and cooking techniques makes Authentic Recipes from Vietnam the perfect guide for anyone interested in the cuisine of this vibrant and bountiful country, where food is a daily celebration of life.Vietnamese recipes

Introduces the regional cuisines of Spain and offers a comprehensive selection of recipes for dishes ranging from simple peasant fare to elaborate dishes for special occasions

How would you like to serve up five-star restaurant food at your next dinner party? QVC personality Hope Fox makes it possible with this one-of-a-kind cookbook, which shares amazing recipes from 100 top restaurants across the country—ten each from ten top food cities. Best of all, Fox has streamlined and simplified all of the recipes so you can easily prepare them in your own kitchen, using basic equipment and supermarket ingredients. The book is brimming with impressively delicious starters and main courses—Braised Duck Legs with Asian Spices from Jean Georges in New York, Seared Scallops with Tomato Beurre Blanc from Restaurant Michael Mina in San Francisco, and Chicory Coffee Lacquered Game Hens from Commander's Palace in New Orleans, to name just three. With dishes like these, plus 97 more from restaurants like Spaggia in Chicago, Jöel in Atlanta, and Lucques in Los Angeles, it’ll be a cinch to impress your dinner party guests—for less!

This book is a must-read for anyone who loves the vibrant and diverse flavors of Malaysian, Singaporean, Indonesian, and Filipino cuisine. With over 340 recipes beautifully illustrated with step-by-step photographs, it takes you on a culinary journey through the rich history and traditions of these countries. From satays and rendangs to noodles and curries, the recipes are authentic, easy to follow, and guaranteed to transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Southeast Asia. Let this book be your passport to discovering the tantalizing flavors of the region.

The different cuisines of Asia are as varied and exciting as the vast continent itself. Four hundred recipes from China, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Japan and the Indian subcontinent have been collected together in this bumper cookery collection. Many are familiar dishes - Beijing Duck, Chicken Chow Mein, Sushi, Tempura, Teriyaki, Spring Rolls, Balti Lamb Tikka, Gado-Gado - others may be less well-known, but offer an irresistible enticement to experiment with new flavours and exotic ingredients. The recipes are divided into eleven easy-to-use chapters: Soups, Starters and Snacks, Fish and Seafood, Meat, Poultry, Vegetables, Salads, Noodles, Rice, Desserts, and Sauces, Sambals and Accompaniments. Each recipe is photographed and step-by-step pictures of all the key stages of preparation make following the recipes simple. The introduction includes helpful advice on techniques, such as how to season and use a wok, as well as a glossary of ingredients. Whether you want a full Chinese banquet or a speedy Balti curry, a fragrant Thai salad or an elegant Japanese dinner party, this beautiful book is a must for every adventurous cook.

All the joys of traditional home-baking without the fat: guilt-free cakes, cookies, desserts and breads. Nothing equals the satisfaction of home baking, with the enticing aromas that fill the house and the pride of having created such wonderful goodies yourself. Rediscover the pleasures and rewards of home baking with this delicious selection of healthy, low-fat cakes and baked goods. From best-loved classics to modern twists, this bumper recipe collection contains low-fat or no-fat baking recipes for every occasion. Try Lemon Chiffon Cake, Strawberry Roulade, Carrot Muffins, Drop Scones, French Bread, Onion Focaccia, Sweet Sesame Loaf or Filo Fruit Baskets. There are also sensational and deceptively rich-looking desserts: superb soufflés, meringues and cheesecakes. With plenty of tips on using low-fat ingredients, this collection of recipes can be enjoyed without guilt. Over 200 delicious recipes are lavishly illustrated with beautiful photographs. Every recipe has at-a-glance nutritional notes with both calorie and fat contents, and the book includes plenty of simple-to-follow advice on healthy eating, easy ways to cut down on fat, and the secrets of fat-free and low-fat baking.

Over 140 delicious recipes reflecting the way Chinese people in Hong Kong and the West cook today. Straightforward instructions and hints throughout make these healthy recipes simple to prepare. It includes a comprehensive section on cooking techniques as well as a glossary of essential ingredients.

From Food Network and Galavision/Univision cooking star Ingrid Hoffmann comes a fresh, vibrant cookbook full of simple recipes with a Latin twist. Using bold, bright flavors, Ingrid brings her lively, modern take on classic cuisine to the everyday kitchen, turning any meal into a fiesta.Combining ingredients you know with fresh, exciting flavors that will make your taste buds dance, Ingrid's fast and easy recipes will have you, your family, and your guests living la vida delicioso in no time! Spice up any table with colorful, quick dishes • Rum Chica Rum Chicken• Caribbean Salmon with Mango-Veggie Salsa and Guava Barbecue Sauce• Easy Breezy Coconut Ceviche• Latina Lasagna• Golden Sunshine Quinoa SaladPacked with 125 tasty recipes, vivid color photographs shot in Ingrid’s hometown of Miami, fun sidebars, a handy shopping guide, and time-saving “chica tips,” Simply Delicioso will inspire you to whip up festive Latin fare for every meal.

Recommendation: If you are looking for an adventurous cookbook with an assortment of vegetarian soup options from different cuisines worldwide, then "Vegetarian Soup Cuisine" is for you. With 125 different soups, stews, chowders, and bisques, this cookbook offers a range of flavors that will satisfy even the most diverse palette. The recipes use a variety of vegetables, herbs, spices, grains, and pastas to create unique and satisfying dishes.

"Cook the sauce another minute, then add just a touch of olive oil," urges Daniel Boulud in his kitchen at Cafe Boulud in New York City. "Not too much. That's it," he exclaims. His voice carries his passion as he swirls the copper pan holding the finished dish. Over the tops of his glasses he assesses the color and takes in the aroma of the sauce. Then he brings a few drops of it to his lips. After thirty years of cooking in France and America, the chef knows what he wants. "I'm looking for balance," he explains. "A hint of herb, a little acidity -- sweet seafood needs a bit of sharpness -- and all the brininess and flavor of the scallops." It is a simple but perfect recipe and it has been given all his attention, commitment, and talent -- as have each of the recipes in this simple but perfect cookbook. "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" contains all his creative cooking skills made accessible. By means of Dorie Greenspan's expertly written recipes, Daniel accompanies you into your home kitchen, where his inspiration becomes yours and his instructions are easy to follow. With little effort, you find yourself reproducing his magic on your own stove. One ingredient for a perfect dish is family tradition. In the book's first section, La Tradition, we are transported to the original Cafe Boulud run by Daniel's grandparents on the outskirts of Lyon -- France's culinary capital. Daniel's education as a cook began with his grandmother and the Poulet Grand-mere she lovingly prepared for her guests. It continued with great chefs that shaped his unique interpretation of home cooking. Recipes such as Skate with Brown Butter and Capers, Hanger Steak with Shallots, and splendid Pommes Frites reveal the influences of his French roots. But tradition also includes respect for seasonal ingredients. In the next section, La Saison, Daniel accompanies us through the market. We select peas and sugar snaps that are ready to tumble into the pot for the Chilled Spring Pea Soup. Fresh corn becomes the surprise ingredient in Lobster with Sweet Corn Polenta. Complete the celebration of the seasons with Ruby Grapefruit with Pomegranate Sabayon or a milk chocolate-cherry tart like no other. In the third section, Le Voyage, "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" takes us on an exploration of many of the world's cuisines with dishes as varied as Italian-style Veal Gremolata, Spanish Gazpacho with Anchovy Toast, or a fast and easy Asian salad of crab, cucumber, and mango. Imagine yourself under the warm Middle Eastern sun as you taste Daniel's Coffee-Cardamom Pots de Creme. In the last section, Le Potager, Daniel offers an extraordinary selection of vegetarian dishes, from easy starters like Heirloom Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad to main courses such as Lemon-Lime Risotto with Asparagus or bone-warming Root Vegetable Cassoulet, and, of course, sublime desserts to cap any meal. "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" opens wide the door of his kitchen and invites you in with 150 recipes that will unfailingly stimulate your passion for flavor while offering a healthy, easy, and modern approach to good eating. He also provides a collection of basic recipes that are used at Cafe Boulud; a glossary of terms, techniques, and ingredients; and a short batterie de cuisine, a guide to pots, pans, and a few gadgets. He even provides a list of trusted suppliers so you can find the same ingredients he uses at Cafe Boulud. Thirty-two pages of color photographs of finished dishes prepared personally by Daniel will allow you to see, and almost smell and taste, what you are cooking. Watch as this book becomes the extension of your own hands. Whether making a salad for one or a dinner for eight, let "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" be your reliable guide to great food.