The Woks of Life

From the beloved creators of the acclaimed blog, The Woks of Life, Bill Leung and Kaitlin Leung bring you a remarkable collection of 100 mouth-watering Chinese recipes that blend the warmth of home-cooked meals with the sophistication of restaurant dining. This cookbook is a culinary journey into the heart of Chinese cuisine, presenting delectable dishes that reflect the family's rich culinary heritage and shared love for food.

Recognised with multiple accolades, including nominations for the James Beard Award and the IACP Award, and making the USA Today and New York Times bestseller lists, The Woks of Life cookbook has garnered rave reviews from critics and food enthusiasts alike. Publishers Weekly awarded it a starred review, and it has been praised as one of the best cookbooks of the year by prestigious publications such as the San Francisco Chronicle, The New York Times, Food & Wine, NPR, Smithsonian Magazine, Delish, and Epicurious.

As Kevin Kwan, author of Crazy Rich Asians, eloquently puts it, "The Woks of Life did something miraculous - It reconnected me to my love of Chinese food and showed me how simple it is to make my favourite dishes myself."

This cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes; it is the story of a family narrated through their culinary experiences. Judy, the mother, offers insights into traditional Chinese dishes and their cultural significance. Bill, the father, draws from his experience working in his family's Chinese restaurants to teach you how to make sumptuous dishes like Cantonese Roast Duck. The daughters, Sarah and Kaitlin, contribute a variety of vegetable-forward and one-dish recipes that are both innovative and accessible.

Delve into recipes for Mini Char Siu Bao, Spicy Beef Biang Biang Noodles, Cantonese Pork Belly Fried Rice, and Salt-and-Pepper Fried Oyster Mushrooms, amongst others. The cookbook also provides invaluable cooking tips and tricks, including a detailed guide to the Chinese pantry, explanations of essential tools like the indispensable wok, and secret techniques that enhance your cooking, such as "velveting" meat to achieve extraordinary tenderness and juiciness.

Whether you're a novice in Chinese cooking or a seasoned chef whose pantry is filled with bean paste and chilli oil, The Woks of Life offers an abundance of inspiration and reliable recipes that promise to become cherished parts of your family's culinary repertoire. Embark on this delicious journey and let the Leung family's heartfelt and humorous stories bring the vibrant world of Chinese cuisine into your home.