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Real Thai Cooking

Recipes and Stories from a Thai Food Expert
By Chawadee Nualkhair and Lauren Lulu Taylor
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Real Thai Cooking by Chawadee Nualkhair and Lauren Lulu Taylor takes readers on a culinary journey through the vibrant world of Thai cuisine. The book explores authentic Thai flavours, offering recipes that range from classic street food to homely dishes. It provides insights into the cultural significance of certain ingredients and traditional cooking techniques while celebrating the diversity of Thailand's regional gastronomy.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about exploring authentic Thai cuisine right in your own kitchen. It offers a rich collection of traditional recipes, alongside beautiful imagery and cultural insights, making it perfect for food enthusiasts eager to dive into vibrant and bold Thai flavours.

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Learn the secrets of Thai cooking that only local foodies know about!

Real Thai Cooking is a labour of love by Thailand's leading food blogger and street food expert, Chawadee "Chow" Nualkhair, and Lauren Lulu Taylor, who did the recipe testing and editing and provided many of the photographs. Her book presents the full range of iconic Thai recipes together with fascinating back stories that enable you to truly appreciate what you are cooking and eating!

This book presents insider recipes and secrets about Thai food that only local foodies know about:

  • Chef Black's famous Sriracha Sauce recipe (from Blackitch Artisan Kitchen) and the story of how this hot sauce was invented (most people think it is Vietnamese, but it is really 100% Thai!)
  • The world's best Pad Thai and how this dish has come to define Thailand's national identity
  • Minced Chicken Kanom Jeen and the Portuguese Influence on Thai Food
  • Mee Krob (Fried Rice Noodles)β€”the dish that saved Siam from colonisation
  • And many more delicious recipes and nuggets of Thai food lore!

With over 75 recipes and 225 colour photos, this is the cookbook every Thai food lover will want!

'I felt like the luckiest person on earth when I not only met Chawadee, but had her as my personal food navigator through Bangkok. We walked, boated, and ate our way through some of the best food I've ever had, all thanks to Chawadee, her warmth and expertise. And now you get to have the next best thing: her fantastic book. Enjoy every delicious bite.' - Phil Rosenthal (Somebody Feed Phil)

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Real Thai Cooking by Chawadee Nualkhair and Lauren Lulu Taylor has received rave reviews for its authentic exploration of Thai cuisine. Phil Rosenthal praises the book as a close second to experiencing Nualkhair's own expertise in Thai food. Publishers Weekly highlights the book's blend of classic dishes and innovative culinary insights, perfect for inspiring home cooks. According to Thomas Vitayakul, the book beautifully captures Thai culinary diversity, from traditional styles to modern mixtures, complete with historical anecdotes and vibrant photographs.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804855587

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 May 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: over 75 recipes; more than 200 color photos

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Chef McDang

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 822g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Chawadee "Chow" Nualkhair was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is now married with two kids and lives in Bangkok. She is a graduate of Bryn Mawr College who works as a freelance journalist, mostly writing about food, and the author of the popular "Bangkok Glutton" blog and the bestselling guide to Thai street food: Thailand's Best Street Food: The Complete Guide to Streetside Dining in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket and Other Areas. Lauren Lulu Taylor is an American photographer and foodpreneur based in Auckland New Zealand. She has lived in the U.S., France, London and Italy and in each place became totally immersed in the local culinary scene. She is co-founder of the award-winning artisanal food company Secret Kiwi Kitchen and co-writer of the monthly "Foodie Finds" review column for Auckland's Channel Magazine. Beyond her great love of food, Lauren is a professional photographer whose photos have appeared in numerous international publications. Chef McDang is one of Thailand's most well-known chefs, having written a host of Thai cookbooks, including The Principles of Thai Cookery, and weekly food columns in both English- and Thai-language newspapers. He is also the host of the widely-watched "McDang Show" on Thai television and has made appearances with Gordon Ramsay and Anthony Bourdain. Although best known as "Chef McDang", his real name is M.L. Sirichalerm Svasti, the son of M.R. Thanadsri Svasti (Thailand's most well-known food writer) and a member of the royal family.

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