Description

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Learn authentic and delicious recipes from the Philippines, along with culinary culture and history, with this beautifully illustrated Filipino cookbook.

From the national dishes such as adobe, lechon and sinigang, to the fiery foods of the Bicol region where coconut milk is a favored ingredient, Filipino food is a concoction of tantalizing textures, flavors and colors.

Superb color photographs and detailed information on local ingredients make The Food of the Philippines perfect for anyone curious about the culinary delights of the "Pearl of the Orient"

Over 80 favorite Filipino recipes, including:

• Fish Ceviche
• Pork Cracklings
• Chicken Soup with Coconut
• Simmered Vegetables with Shrimp
• Fried Fish with Black Bean Sauce
• Rich Beef Stew
• Chicken and Pork Adobo
• And many more

About the Author

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In addition to managing his own catering company, Reynaldo G. Alejandro works as an author, lecturer and professional cook. He lives in New York City. Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, an internationally acclaimed photographer, lived and worked in Asia from 1973 until his death 2013. Among his many books on Asian culture are Tropical Asian Style, Thai Style, and Filipino Style.