Celebrity Chefs' Cookbooks: Vietnamese Soul Food

The cuisine of Vietnam is noted for its use of fresh leaves and herbs, and sharp, sweet and salty sauces all at the same time, making it one of the most unique and refreshing cuisines of Asia. Within the pages of this book, you will be introduced to authentic Vietnamese dishes from all over the country, such as Thang Long Fish Cake from the North, Sugarcane Paste Prawns from the Central Vietnam, and Saigon Pancake from the South. Simple to put together yet rich and complex in flavour, these recipes are the very soul of Vietnamese cooking. This collection of recipes comprises of some of Vietnam's exotic array of dishes, including vegetables and salads, meats, noodles, desserts and 'handiwork' dishes.

Celebrity Chefs' Cookbooks Series:
This series features an authentic collection of recipes from all over the world. Specially selected authors - many who are established professionals in their own field of cuisine are invited to share their culinary skills. Useful tips and helpful shortcuts, together with brief cultural notes, add to make every book in this series unique and comprehensive. Readers will appreciate the British and American terms that are given for common ingredients, as well as weights and measurements in both metric and American units. With its practical approach and invaluable advice, the Celebrity Chefs' Cookbooks is a series that will appeal to both the novice as well as the professional cook.