Balance & Harmony
The Secrets of Asian Cooking
Balance & Harmony: The Secrets of Asian Cooking. Murdoch, dist. by Trafalgar Square. Jul. 2012. 400p. illus. index. ISBN 9781741966015. $65. COOKING
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Australian chef and restaurant owner Perry calls balance and harmony "the cornerstones of good Asian cooking." These concepts are reflected in the book's bold, contrasting flavors, textures, techniques, and elegant photographs. Perry's "Basic Techniques and Recipes" can help adventurous novices master Asian flavor profiles, while "Advanced Recipes and Banquet Menus" offers inspiration for serious entertainers and Chinese food enthusiasts. Note that measurements are metric, and there are a few hard-to-finds (e.g., mud crab, palm sugar, lily buds).
VERDICT An exquisitely produced cookbook-cum-art object that would pair well with Jean-Georges Vongerichten's titles.
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