Thai Food

David Thompson, ein weithin anerkannter Experte der Thai-Küche, gehört zu den bedeutendsten australischen Köchen, Gastronomen und Kochbuchautoren. Er ist außerdem ein beredter Botschafter der Thai-Kultur. Seine Restaurants in Sydney haben viel für die Verbreitung und wachsende Wertschätzung der authentischen Thai-Küche getan. Derzeit fungiert David Thompson als Berater des angesehenen Suan Dusit College in Bangkok zum Thema Bewahrung von Thailands kulinarischem Erbe.

Thai Food gives the most comprehensive account of this ancient and exotic cuisine ever published in English. David Thompson shares his passion for the unique style of cooking that he believes to be one of the world's greatest cuisines. He provides over 300 mouthwatering recipes, from the simple, honest flavour of a classic pad thai or the refreshing tang of a Green Papaya Salad to such elaborate creations as Green Curry of Trout Dumplings with Apple Eggplants or Stir-fried Crispy Fish Cakes with Pork and Salted Eggs. A series of introductory chapters examine the role of food in Thai culture and society, offer guidance on ingredients, with notes on availability and substitutions, and explain the essential techniques of Thai cookery. More than 50 menus provide ideas for combining Thai dishes. Beautifully written, and complimented by superb photography, this book captures all aspects of this diverse culinary culture.

Thai Food gives the most comprehensive account of this ancient and exotic cuisine ever published in English. David Thompson shares his passion for the unique style of cooking that he believes to be one of the world's greatest cuisines.

This title contains over 300 delicious and genuine Thai recipes of both classical and regional dishes along with 50 menus that provide ideas for combining them. There are also notes on availability and substitutions of ingredients and explanations of the essential techniques of Thai cookery.