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Books 1 to 15 of 15 – Vietnamese

The Songs of Sapa  by Luke Nguyen
Luke Nguyen, of Secrets of the Red Lantern fame, is going home. Travelling on a personal and culinary tour through Vietnam, Luke visits his family and friends, and is invited into the homes of local Vietnamese food experts and cooks, to learn more about one of the richest, most diverse cuisines in the world. Be tempted by more than 100 regional and family recipes and vibrant, stunning photographs bursting with colour and texture, capturing the beauty of Vietnam, her people and their deep connection to food

,  344 pp,  $69.95. Buy now

Little Vietnam  by Nhut Huynh
Little Vietnam brings together 80 authentic recipes that capture the energy, colour and excitement of Vietnamese cooking. Acclaimed Vietnamese-Australian Chef Nhut Huynh shares his passion for the food that sustained his family during times of war and separation, and that remains a defining feature of Vietnam’s wonderfully rich culture. He introduces traditional classics alongside the eclectic street-stall dishes he has collected on his many trips back to visit friends and family. We learn how to cook restaurant favourites such as Beef Noodle Soup and Salt & Pepper Squid, as well as more exotic dishes like Crab with Tamarind & Chilli. Throughout, Nhut offers practical tips on sourcing ingredients and mastering cooking techniques. Beautifull

,  224 pp,  $49.95. Buy now

Vietnamese  by Betty Saw

Paperback,  80 pp,  $4.95. Buy now

New Flavours of the Vietnamese Table  by Mai Pham
A land of vibrant cultures and vivid contrasts, Vietnam is also home to some of the most delicious and intriguing food in the world. While its cooking traditions have been influenced by those of China, France, and even India, Vietnam has created a cuisine with a spirit and a flavour all its own. Travelling from region to region, Mai has gathered the simple, classic recipes that define Vietnamese food today: with fresh and healthy dishes like green mango salad with grilled beef, easy stir-fried chicken with lemongrass and chillies, deliciously sweet and sour caramelized garlic shrimp and especially pho, the country’s beloved beef-and-noodle soup. With more than 100 authentic recipes, New Flavours of the Vietnamese Table offers home cooks the

Paperback,  288 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

Wild, Wild East  by Bobby Chinn
Bobby describes Vietnamese food as being as near to Nirvana as he can imagine – fresh clean flavours, light and healthy and incredibly diverse. From simple Grilled Chicken Wings to Imperial Spring Rolls and his own fusion-style dishes this is not just a recipe book but an authentic guide to Vietnamese food as it is eaten today. Special photography by award-winning photographer Jason Lowe and stories about every dish related by Bobby (ex-standup comedian being one of his former lives) make this a true culinary tour. Read about his first experiences of running a kitchen, how he found out the recipe for the secret sauce for grilled chicken and his off the wall tales of the more unusual food and ingredients.

Hardback,  224 pp,  $59.99. Buy now

Into the Vietnamese Kitchen; Treasured Foodways, Modern Flavours  by Andrea Nguyen
Chronicles the food traditions of author’s native country. This work includes recipes such as steamy phonoodle soups infused with the aromas of fresh herbs and lime; rich clay-pot preparations of catfish, chicken, and pork; classic banh mi sandwiches; and an array of Vietnamese charcuterie

,  336 pp,  $48.95. Buy now

Food And Cooking Of Vietnam And Cambodia   by Ghillie Basan
The comprehensive visual guide to Vietnamese and Cambodian cooking ingredients and techniques presents descriptions and photographs of all the key ingredients, including exotic fruits, vegetables, spices, as well as tips on buying, storing and preparation. With more than 150 classic dishes, Ghillie Basan brings authentic South-east Asian cooking to the Western kitchen. This beautifully written, stunningly photographed book captures the real taste of Indo-China and is irresistible for the adventurous cook who loves exploring new flavours.

Hardback,  256 pp,  $45.00. Buy now

Quick & Easy Vietnamese   by Nancie McDermott and Caren Alpert
Vietnamese cuisine is entirely distinct, focusing on a bounty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs for signature clear, bright flavors with contrasting notes of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy. Creamy chicken curry is paired with the zesty tang of lime juice and the heat from ground pepper and chilies. Crisp, fried fish is served with a puree of pineapple-chili sauce. Delicate, rice paper–wrapped summer rolls merit a rich and savory soybean dipping sauce. From snacks and soups to grilled meats and seafood to the essential noodle dishes and desserts, Quick & Easy Vietnamese presents the full spectrum of Vietnamese cooking at its most simply delicious, with 75 recipes for every level of cook.

Paperback,  168 pp,  $27.95. Buy now

Vietnam  by Trieu Thi Choi

Paperback,   $14.95. Buy now

Noodle Pillows  by Peta Mathias
Travel with Peta Mathias on a culinary journey through Vietnam, from crowded Hanoi and exquisite Ha Long Bay in the north, through the ancient imperial city of Hué and romantic Hoi An in the centre, to the food capital Saigon and the country’s bread basket, Can Tho, in the south. Everywhere she goes she walks the markets, meets the people and samples the local fare. She discovers a rich culture and an engaging people who, despite occupation by the Chinese and the French, have retained a unique cuisine that is fresh, healthy and always overwhelmingly tasty.

Paperback,  188 pp,  $29.99. Buy now

The Flavours of Vietnam  by Meera Freeman
Fragrant broths, rice paper rolls, stir-fries, noodles – Vietnamese cuisine light and delicious. Meera Freeman and Le Van Nhan invite you to take up your pots and woks and enjoy the countless delights of cooking and eating authentic Vietnamese food. There are more than a 100 recipes in this definitive collection, many of which have been passed down from generation to generation but have never been written down. Traditional Vietnamese proverbs are woven through the text, and the book features gorgeous colour photographs of the dishes. Meera hopes that through this book, we can gain a better understanding of the wonderful cuisine and culture of Vietnam – you will also gain confidence in ordering at Vietnamese restaurants!

Hardback,  170 pp,  $34.95. Buy now

The Best of Vietnamese and Thai Cooking  by Mai Pham

Paperback,  272 pp,  $32.95. Buy now

Foods of Vietnam  by Barbara Sheen
Studying world cultures has never tasted so good! A delectable blend of geography, history, health, daily life, celebrations and customs, A Taste of Culture offers a rich array of culinary and cultural elements. Specifically prepared for upper-elementary and lower-middle school students, each volume in this new series introduces a country and its culture by way of its foods, cooking traditions, customs, eating habits and food sources

,  64 pp,  $55.95. Buy now

The Little Saigon Cookbook; Vietnamese Cuisine and Culture in Southern California’s Little Saigon  by Ann Le
As featured on the Los Angeles Times website! For authentic Vietnamese food savvy diners need look no further than Southern Californias Little Saigon This book offers dozens of family recipes many surviving through oral history alone that Vietnam

Paperback,  203 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

Edible Wild Plants of Vietnam; The Bountiful Garden  by Yoshitaka Tanaka and Van Nguyen Ke
Describes 130 species of wild plants, their characteristics, distribution, use and efficacy, accompanied by illustrations of each plant. This study aims to record knowledge of wild plants by peoples of Vietnam. It is intended for botanists, nutritionists and naturopathic healers as well as general reader

Paperback,  176 pp,  $42.95. Buy now