Author: Dan Toombs
Publisher: Hardie Grant Publishing
ISBN: 1787130924
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Dan Toombs (aka The Curry Guy) has perfected the art of replicating British Indian Restaurant (BIR) cooking after travelling around the UK, sampling dishes, learning the curry house kitchen secrets and refining those recipes at home. In other words, Dan makes homemade curries that taste just like a takeaway from your favourite local but in less time and for less money. Dan has learnt through the comments left on his blog and social media feeds that people are terribly let down when they make a chicken korma or a prawn bhuna from other cookbooks and it taste nothing like the dish they experience when they visit a curry house... but they thank him for getting it right. The Curry Guy shows all BIR food lovers around the world how to make their favourite dishes at home. Each of the classic curry sauces are given, including tikka masala, korma, dopiazza, pasanda, madras, dhansak, rogan josh, vindaloo, karai, jalfrezi, bhuna and keema. Popular vegetable and sides dishes are there as accompaniments, aloo gobi, saag aloo and tarka dhal, plus samosas, pakoras, bhaji, and pickles, chutneys and raitas. Of course, no curry is complete without rice or naan. Dan shows you how to cook perfect pilau rice or soft pillowy naan every time.
The Curry Guy
Author: Dan Toombs
Publisher: Hardie Grant Publishing
ISBN: 1787130924
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Dan Toombs (aka The Curry Guy) has perfected the art of replicating British Indian Restaurant (BIR) cooking after travelling around the UK, sampling dishes, learning the curry house kitchen secrets and refining those recipes at home. In other words, Dan makes homemade curries that taste just like a takeaway from your favourite local but in less time and for less money. Dan has learnt through the comments left on his blog and social media feeds that people are terribly let down when they make a chicken korma or a prawn bhuna from other cookbooks and it taste nothing like the dish they experience when they visit a curry house... but they thank him for getting it right. The Curry Guy shows all BIR food lovers around the world how to make their favourite dishes at home. Each of the classic curry sauces are given, including tikka masala, korma, dopiazza, pasanda, madras, dhansak, rogan josh, vindaloo, karai, jalfrezi, bhuna and keema. Popular vegetable and sides dishes are there as accompaniments, aloo gobi, saag aloo and tarka dhal, plus samosas, pakoras, bhaji, and pickles, chutneys and raitas. Of course, no curry is complete without rice or naan. Dan shows you how to cook perfect pilau rice or soft pillowy naan every time.
Publisher: Hardie Grant Publishing
ISBN: 1787130924
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Dan Toombs (aka The Curry Guy) has perfected the art of replicating British Indian Restaurant (BIR) cooking after travelling around the UK, sampling dishes, learning the curry house kitchen secrets and refining those recipes at home. In other words, Dan makes homemade curries that taste just like a takeaway from your favourite local but in less time and for less money. Dan has learnt through the comments left on his blog and social media feeds that people are terribly let down when they make a chicken korma or a prawn bhuna from other cookbooks and it taste nothing like the dish they experience when they visit a curry house... but they thank him for getting it right. The Curry Guy shows all BIR food lovers around the world how to make their favourite dishes at home. Each of the classic curry sauces are given, including tikka masala, korma, dopiazza, pasanda, madras, dhansak, rogan josh, vindaloo, karai, jalfrezi, bhuna and keema. Popular vegetable and sides dishes are there as accompaniments, aloo gobi, saag aloo and tarka dhal, plus samosas, pakoras, bhaji, and pickles, chutneys and raitas. Of course, no curry is complete without rice or naan. Dan shows you how to cook perfect pilau rice or soft pillowy naan every time.
Kebabs
Author: Sabrina Baksh
Publisher: Harvard Common Press
ISBN: 1558328971
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
It's time to put a new spin on this classic backyard grilling staple with some advice from the experts in Kebabs. These grillers traveled the planet and found the best skewered meals it had to offer. Everyone loves grilling up kebabs, but it’s easy to fall into the mushroom, pepper, chicken/beef rut. In Kebabs, Derrick Riches and Sabrina Baksh take this quick and easy grilling method for a brand new spin. They traveled the backroads of the Barbecue Belt and studied street-food stalls where skewered, grilled foods are most famous, like Greece, Turkey and the Middle East, India, and even Japan (yakitori) and France (brochettes). There are ample recipes for beef, chicken, fish and seafood, vegetables, and even fruit, plus vegan substitutions are included for meat recipes. Kebabs includes plenty of technique guidance, too. Are metal or wood skewers better for grilling? Do you really need to soak wooden skewers before cooking? Not to mention a myriad of rubs, sauces, and mops that make kebabs optimally flavorful and moist, Kebabs makes backyard grilling more globally adventuresome, and flavorful, than it's been before -- all with minimal prep time and effort.
Publisher: Harvard Common Press
ISBN: 1558328971
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
It's time to put a new spin on this classic backyard grilling staple with some advice from the experts in Kebabs. These grillers traveled the planet and found the best skewered meals it had to offer. Everyone loves grilling up kebabs, but it’s easy to fall into the mushroom, pepper, chicken/beef rut. In Kebabs, Derrick Riches and Sabrina Baksh take this quick and easy grilling method for a brand new spin. They traveled the backroads of the Barbecue Belt and studied street-food stalls where skewered, grilled foods are most famous, like Greece, Turkey and the Middle East, India, and even Japan (yakitori) and France (brochettes). There are ample recipes for beef, chicken, fish and seafood, vegetables, and even fruit, plus vegan substitutions are included for meat recipes. Kebabs includes plenty of technique guidance, too. Are metal or wood skewers better for grilling? Do you really need to soak wooden skewers before cooking? Not to mention a myriad of rubs, sauces, and mops that make kebabs optimally flavorful and moist, Kebabs makes backyard grilling more globally adventuresome, and flavorful, than it's been before -- all with minimal prep time and effort.
From Curries to Kebabs: Recipes from the Indian Spice Trail
Author: Madhur Jaffrey
Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
ISBN:
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
As Indians immigrated to different countries, they brought with them ingredients and cooking techniques that resulted in countless delicious hybrids of classic dishes. In this groundbreaking cookbook, bestselling author Madhur Jaffrey illustrates the evolution of curry and its close relative, the kebab, throughout Asia and eastern Africa. Featuring more than 100 enticing recipes, this volume includes not only the finest dishes from India, but a variety of curries from around the world—from Sumatran Lamb Curry from Indonesia to Lobster in Yellow Curry Sauce from Thailand. Twenty easy recipes for delicious spiced kebabs are also included, as well as soups, noodles, breads, chutneys, beans and vegetables to complement every dish. A must-have addition to every curry lover’s library, this beautifully illustrated guide will give you a fascinating insight into the art of Indian cooking.
Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
ISBN:
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
As Indians immigrated to different countries, they brought with them ingredients and cooking techniques that resulted in countless delicious hybrids of classic dishes. In this groundbreaking cookbook, bestselling author Madhur Jaffrey illustrates the evolution of curry and its close relative, the kebab, throughout Asia and eastern Africa. Featuring more than 100 enticing recipes, this volume includes not only the finest dishes from India, but a variety of curries from around the world—from Sumatran Lamb Curry from Indonesia to Lobster in Yellow Curry Sauce from Thailand. Twenty easy recipes for delicious spiced kebabs are also included, as well as soups, noodles, breads, chutneys, beans and vegetables to complement every dish. A must-have addition to every curry lover’s library, this beautifully illustrated guide will give you a fascinating insight into the art of Indian cooking.
Fresh India
Author: Meera Sodha
Publisher: Flatiron Books
ISBN: 1250123844
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Following her bestselling Made in India, Meera Sodha reveals a whole new side of Indian food that is fresh, delicious, and quick to make at home. These vegetable-based recipes are feel-good food and full of flavor. Indian cuisine is one of the most vibrant vegetable cuisines in the entire world, and in Fresh India Meera leads home cooks on a culinary journey through its many flavorful dishes that will delight vegetarians and those simply looking to add to their recipe repertoire alike. Here are surprising recipes for every day made using easy-to-find ingredients: Mushroom and Walnut Samosas, Oven-Baked Onion Bhajis, and Beet and Paneer Kebabs. There are familiar and classic Indian recipes like dals, curries, and pickles, alongside less-familiar ones using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy showstoppers like Meera’s Sticky Mango Paneer Skewers, Roasted Cauliflower Korma, Daily Dosas with Coconut Potatoes, and luscious desserts like Salted Peanut and Jaggery Kulfi and Pistachio Cake Whether you are vegetarian, want to eat more vegetables, or just want to make great, modern Indian food, this is the book for you. Praise for Made In India: "The recipes are unpretentious and were immediately promoted by my family of critics into must-makes for the monthly dinner rotation, new staples for a season of chill and damp." —Sam Sifton, The New York Times "This book is full of real charm, personality, love, and garlic. Bring on the 100 clove curry! Not to mention fire-smoked eggplant, chicken livers in cumin butter masala, and beet and feta samosas. There's so much to be inspired by." —Yotam Ottolenghi "I want to cook everything in this book." —Nigella Lawson, Nigella.com
Publisher: Flatiron Books
ISBN: 1250123844
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Following her bestselling Made in India, Meera Sodha reveals a whole new side of Indian food that is fresh, delicious, and quick to make at home. These vegetable-based recipes are feel-good food and full of flavor. Indian cuisine is one of the most vibrant vegetable cuisines in the entire world, and in Fresh India Meera leads home cooks on a culinary journey through its many flavorful dishes that will delight vegetarians and those simply looking to add to their recipe repertoire alike. Here are surprising recipes for every day made using easy-to-find ingredients: Mushroom and Walnut Samosas, Oven-Baked Onion Bhajis, and Beet and Paneer Kebabs. There are familiar and classic Indian recipes like dals, curries, and pickles, alongside less-familiar ones using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy showstoppers like Meera’s Sticky Mango Paneer Skewers, Roasted Cauliflower Korma, Daily Dosas with Coconut Potatoes, and luscious desserts like Salted Peanut and Jaggery Kulfi and Pistachio Cake Whether you are vegetarian, want to eat more vegetables, or just want to make great, modern Indian food, this is the book for you. Praise for Made In India: "The recipes are unpretentious and were immediately promoted by my family of critics into must-makes for the monthly dinner rotation, new staples for a season of chill and damp." —Sam Sifton, The New York Times "This book is full of real charm, personality, love, and garlic. Bring on the 100 clove curry! Not to mention fire-smoked eggplant, chicken livers in cumin butter masala, and beet and feta samosas. There's so much to be inspired by." —Yotam Ottolenghi "I want to cook everything in this book." —Nigella Lawson, Nigella.com
Kebabs & Tikkis
Author: Tarla Dalal
Publisher: Sanjay & Co
ISBN: 8189491776
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
I love entertaining and having parties, like most of you. And when I talk to fellow-hosts, I find that they are almost always worried about what snacks to serve the main course and desserts are easier to finalise! It so happens that after much thought they usually settle for common, tried-and-tested dishes such as Paneer Tikkas. Hmmm, there will be a time when your guests would have had enough of it! Keeping this in mind, I present Kebabs and Tikkis A compilation of 61 delicious and innovative kebab, tikka and tikki recipes. For those of you who are willing to look beyond Indian snacks, I have also included a section of my all-time favourite international finger foods. Some of the kebabs have been deep-fried or cooked in ghee. You could shallow-fry these or use oil instead of ghee, so that you can rest assured on the health front too. And well, there is something for everybody, from the live-for-the-day eater to the more discerning health-conscious ones. In this book, you will discover yummy tikkis such as Mutter aur Phudine ki Tikki, Dahi Saunfiyani Tikki and Chick Pea and Soya Tikki, an array of mouth-watering kebabs such as Badam aur Arbi ke Kebab, Vegetable Shikampuri Kebab and Corn Seekh Kebab and a delectable variety of soft and creamy tikkas such as Pahadi Paneer Tikka, Makhmali Paneer Tikka and Tilwale Aloo ka Tikka. For those who wish for a taste of the world, there are international favourites such as Aloo Cheese Croquettes, Sweet Corn Balls and Paneer, Mushroom and Capsicum Satay. Accompaniments such as Phudina Chutney, Peanut Sauce and Chunky Vegetable Dip duly complement the snacks, enhancing their appeal. Go ahead and put together one of the suggested platters or come up with an original platter full of your favourite recipes, Indian and beyond! That said, variety alone does not ensure that the starters/snacks served during your party become a huge hit with the guests. A major part of the planning involves combining these snacks appropriately into what is today popular-known as a “platter”. Platters are a dominant phenomenon today they ensure guests a well-chosen selection of snacks replete with rotis, a salad or two and suitable chutneys and sauces. A well-planned platter is wholesome and nutritious and capable of serving as a meal in itself for the snack-lover (while serving as a starter for the rest). This book comes replete with 8 platter suggestions that guide you on how to serve your tikkis, tikkas and kebabs, and the accompaniments that we feel they would ideally combine with. These platters are based on specific themes. The next time you plan a party or are attacked by a sudden hunger pang, fret not, and just pull out this book. Prepare some of these easy-to-follow recipes and watch the platters empty while the diners' faces light up! Each recipe in this book has a beautiful image and each ingredient is linked to a glossary so that you never get lost. Happy entertaining,
Publisher: Sanjay & Co
ISBN: 8189491776
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 239
Book Description
I love entertaining and having parties, like most of you. And when I talk to fellow-hosts, I find that they are almost always worried about what snacks to serve the main course and desserts are easier to finalise! It so happens that after much thought they usually settle for common, tried-and-tested dishes such as Paneer Tikkas. Hmmm, there will be a time when your guests would have had enough of it! Keeping this in mind, I present Kebabs and Tikkis A compilation of 61 delicious and innovative kebab, tikka and tikki recipes. For those of you who are willing to look beyond Indian snacks, I have also included a section of my all-time favourite international finger foods. Some of the kebabs have been deep-fried or cooked in ghee. You could shallow-fry these or use oil instead of ghee, so that you can rest assured on the health front too. And well, there is something for everybody, from the live-for-the-day eater to the more discerning health-conscious ones. In this book, you will discover yummy tikkis such as Mutter aur Phudine ki Tikki, Dahi Saunfiyani Tikki and Chick Pea and Soya Tikki, an array of mouth-watering kebabs such as Badam aur Arbi ke Kebab, Vegetable Shikampuri Kebab and Corn Seekh Kebab and a delectable variety of soft and creamy tikkas such as Pahadi Paneer Tikka, Makhmali Paneer Tikka and Tilwale Aloo ka Tikka. For those who wish for a taste of the world, there are international favourites such as Aloo Cheese Croquettes, Sweet Corn Balls and Paneer, Mushroom and Capsicum Satay. Accompaniments such as Phudina Chutney, Peanut Sauce and Chunky Vegetable Dip duly complement the snacks, enhancing their appeal. Go ahead and put together one of the suggested platters or come up with an original platter full of your favourite recipes, Indian and beyond! That said, variety alone does not ensure that the starters/snacks served during your party become a huge hit with the guests. A major part of the planning involves combining these snacks appropriately into what is today popular-known as a “platter”. Platters are a dominant phenomenon today they ensure guests a well-chosen selection of snacks replete with rotis, a salad or two and suitable chutneys and sauces. A well-planned platter is wholesome and nutritious and capable of serving as a meal in itself for the snack-lover (while serving as a starter for the rest). This book comes replete with 8 platter suggestions that guide you on how to serve your tikkis, tikkas and kebabs, and the accompaniments that we feel they would ideally combine with. These platters are based on specific themes. The next time you plan a party or are attacked by a sudden hunger pang, fret not, and just pull out this book. Prepare some of these easy-to-follow recipes and watch the platters empty while the diners' faces light up! Each recipe in this book has a beautiful image and each ingredient is linked to a glossary so that you never get lost. Happy entertaining,
The Indian Vegetarian Cookbook
Author: Pushpesh Pant
Publisher: Phaidon Press
ISBN: 9780714876412
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Fresh, delicious, easy Indian vegetarian dishes from the author of Phaidon's global bestseller, India: The Cookbook Vegetables are an integral part of Indian cuisine - and this collection of 150 healthy and approachable vegetarian recipes showcases an array of delicious breakfasts and drinks, salads, vegetables and legumes, grains, and desserts. Drawing inspiration from India's myriad regions and culinary traditions, Pushpesh Pant simplifies this hugely popular cuisine with easily achievable, nourishing, and authentic dishes so tasty and satisfying that they are suitable for vegetarians, meat-eaters, and those simply wishing to reduce the amount of meat in their diet.
Publisher: Phaidon Press
ISBN: 9780714876412
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Fresh, delicious, easy Indian vegetarian dishes from the author of Phaidon's global bestseller, India: The Cookbook Vegetables are an integral part of Indian cuisine - and this collection of 150 healthy and approachable vegetarian recipes showcases an array of delicious breakfasts and drinks, salads, vegetables and legumes, grains, and desserts. Drawing inspiration from India's myriad regions and culinary traditions, Pushpesh Pant simplifies this hugely popular cuisine with easily achievable, nourishing, and authentic dishes so tasty and satisfying that they are suitable for vegetarians, meat-eaters, and those simply wishing to reduce the amount of meat in their diet.
Celebrate Life, Food and Wine
Author: Varun Inamdar
Publisher: Om Books International
ISBN: 9385031244
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
When world famous culinary personalities shower such laudatory words on a peer, it is definitely well-deserved. A post-graduate of the prestigious Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development, Chef Varun Inamdar has long been associated with some of the leading hospitality chains in the world for over a decade. His guests and clientele include many celebrated personalities ranging from the royal family of Al Sabah, Al Khalifa and Al Saud in the Arabian Gulf, to powerful politicians like US President Barack Obama, French President Nicholas Sarkozy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, to name a few. Closer home, his creations have graced the celebratory menus of several celebrities such as Sachin Tendulkar and the Ambani family.Having recently re-arrived on the Indian culinary landscape with The Chocolate Factory Ecuador, a premier chocolate company in India, Chef Varun is fast-gaining popularity as the man who gives chocolate never-before-seen avatars. What puts him a step ahead of his contemporaries is his inclination to revisit International and traditional cuisines and reinterpret them without compromising on conventionality — like he has done with the book you hold in your hands right now.
Publisher: Om Books International
ISBN: 9385031244
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
When world famous culinary personalities shower such laudatory words on a peer, it is definitely well-deserved. A post-graduate of the prestigious Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development, Chef Varun Inamdar has long been associated with some of the leading hospitality chains in the world for over a decade. His guests and clientele include many celebrated personalities ranging from the royal family of Al Sabah, Al Khalifa and Al Saud in the Arabian Gulf, to powerful politicians like US President Barack Obama, French President Nicholas Sarkozy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, to name a few. Closer home, his creations have graced the celebratory menus of several celebrities such as Sachin Tendulkar and the Ambani family.Having recently re-arrived on the Indian culinary landscape with The Chocolate Factory Ecuador, a premier chocolate company in India, Chef Varun is fast-gaining popularity as the man who gives chocolate never-before-seen avatars. What puts him a step ahead of his contemporaries is his inclination to revisit International and traditional cuisines and reinterpret them without compromising on conventionality — like he has done with the book you hold in your hands right now.
On the Kebab Trail
Author: Monish Gujral
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 818475938X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Create the Moti Mahal magic in your own home The kebab is one of India’s—and the world’s—most beloved foods. In On the Kebab Trail, Monish Gujral, grandson of the founder of the Moti Mahal chain of restaurants, the legendary Kundan Lal Gujral, travels the world in search of the most delectable kebabs, providing some rare family recipes along the way. Here are Turkish clay-pot kebabs, Kashmiri Tabak Mas and Arabian hamburgers. And here are the definitive recipes of all the classic Indian kebabs—kakori, pasanda, boti, gilafi. Including vegetarian and fish kebabs, and recipes for chutneys and breads, On the Kebab Trail is the ultimate indulgence for all kebab lovers.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 818475938X
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Create the Moti Mahal magic in your own home The kebab is one of India’s—and the world’s—most beloved foods. In On the Kebab Trail, Monish Gujral, grandson of the founder of the Moti Mahal chain of restaurants, the legendary Kundan Lal Gujral, travels the world in search of the most delectable kebabs, providing some rare family recipes along the way. Here are Turkish clay-pot kebabs, Kashmiri Tabak Mas and Arabian hamburgers. And here are the definitive recipes of all the classic Indian kebabs—kakori, pasanda, boti, gilafi. Including vegetarian and fish kebabs, and recipes for chutneys and breads, On the Kebab Trail is the ultimate indulgence for all kebab lovers.
How to Cook Indian
Author: Sanjeev Kapoor
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613121350
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 877
Book Description
The renowned Indian chef shares a collection of classic recipes with easy-to-find ingredients—including biryanis, samosas, chutneys and more! Sanjeev Kapoor burst onto India’s culinary scene with an easy, no-fuss cooking approach. Now he introduces American audiences to his simple-yet-satisfying style with the only Indian cookbook you’ll ever need. How to Cook Indian covers the depth and diversity of Indian recipes, including such favorites as butter chicken, palak paneer, and samosas, along with less-familiar dishes that are sure to become new favorites, including soups and shorbas; kebabs, snacks, and starters; main dishes; pickles and chutneys; breads; and more. The ingredients are easy to find, and suggested substitutions make these simple recipes even easier.
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1613121350
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 877
Book Description
The renowned Indian chef shares a collection of classic recipes with easy-to-find ingredients—including biryanis, samosas, chutneys and more! Sanjeev Kapoor burst onto India’s culinary scene with an easy, no-fuss cooking approach. Now he introduces American audiences to his simple-yet-satisfying style with the only Indian cookbook you’ll ever need. How to Cook Indian covers the depth and diversity of Indian recipes, including such favorites as butter chicken, palak paneer, and samosas, along with less-familiar dishes that are sure to become new favorites, including soups and shorbas; kebabs, snacks, and starters; main dishes; pickles and chutneys; breads; and more. The ingredients are easy to find, and suggested substitutions make these simple recipes even easier.
Food Cultures of the World Encyclopedia [4 volumes]
Author: Ken Albala
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313376271
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1566
Book Description
This comprehensive reference work introduces food culture from more than 150 countries and cultures around the world—including some from remote and unexpected peoples and places. From babka to baklava to the groundnut stew of Ghana, food culture can tell us where we've been—and maybe even where we're going. Filled with succinct, yet highly informative entries, the four-volume Food Cultures of the World Encyclopedia covers all of the planet's nation-states, as well as various tribes and marginalized peoples. Thus, in addition to coverage on countries as disparate as France, Ethiopia, and Tibet, there are also entries on Roma Gypsies, the Maori of New Zealand, and the Saami of northern Europe. There is even a section on food in outer space, detailing how and what astronauts eat and how they prepare for space travel as far as diet and nutrition are concerned. Each entry offers information about foodstuffs, meals, cooking methods, recipes, eating out, holidays and celebrations, and health and diet. Vignettes help readers better understand other cultures, while the inclusion of selected recipes lets them recreate dishes from other lands.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313376271
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1566
Book Description
This comprehensive reference work introduces food culture from more than 150 countries and cultures around the world—including some from remote and unexpected peoples and places. From babka to baklava to the groundnut stew of Ghana, food culture can tell us where we've been—and maybe even where we're going. Filled with succinct, yet highly informative entries, the four-volume Food Cultures of the World Encyclopedia covers all of the planet's nation-states, as well as various tribes and marginalized peoples. Thus, in addition to coverage on countries as disparate as France, Ethiopia, and Tibet, there are also entries on Roma Gypsies, the Maori of New Zealand, and the Saami of northern Europe. There is even a section on food in outer space, detailing how and what astronauts eat and how they prepare for space travel as far as diet and nutrition are concerned. Each entry offers information about foodstuffs, meals, cooking methods, recipes, eating out, holidays and celebrations, and health and diet. Vignettes help readers better understand other cultures, while the inclusion of selected recipes lets them recreate dishes from other lands.