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From Vietnamese markets, noodle shops and home kitchens, chef and restaurateur Mai Pham assembles delicious recipes, all capturing the fresh, exotic flavours of this vibrant land. Centring on the beloved national dish of pho, a richly layered broth of beef and rice noodle soup, this book also features such Vietnamese classics as Hue Chicken Salad, Sizzling Saigon Crepes and Seafood Stew with Lemongrass and Dill. All are authentic, accessible and easy to create. Filled with enchanting stories and photographs as well as an ingredient glossary and source guide, Pleasures of the Vietnamese Table is a delightful introduction to a distinctive cuisine.
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68 of 68 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a Vietnamese person, I can honestly say that this is the most authentic collection of Vietnamese recipes I've ever come across. So far, all of the dishes have turned out really well, and many of them taste just like my mum's cooking. The clay pot dishes, such as braised fish, and the soups, are particularly good. The recipes for spring rolls include a very flavourful filling. Moreover, the author manages to get the balance of salty and sweet right, which is essential in Vietnamese cooking. Her dipping sauces, such as nuoc cham, are just the right balance of flavours that you would find in Vietnam.
51 of 52 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you don't already have it or you aren't already adept at Vietnamese cookery you need to buy it today. Since my trip to Vietnam last year I have been searching for a book which would give me a guide to the authentic flavours of the country. This book does. And it will do it for you too. Never been? On glancing through the beautiful photos of Vietnamese dishes balanced with black and white photography of the nations people you'll want too. But you don't have to, just buy the book, cook the food, turn up the central heating and look at the pictures, it's just like being there.
There aren't many books that have such an effect but Mai Pham has done it brilliantly and my hat is off to her. I have learnt a great deal about cooking in general from this book as well as the ingredients and techniques of Vietnamese cuisine.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Other than echoing the other reviews this book is simply fantastic. I travelled Vietnam for 3 weeks in 2008 and missed the food, with its strong flavours and wonderful use of fresh herbs, so i was dead pleased when i first tried the results of these recipes!
I have made about 6 different meals and several sauces from this and have yet to try the Pho but i look forward to making something from this every time as the flavours taste so authentic. Yes, the recipes will probably require a trip to your local asian food store and the prep time can be lengthy but then i doubt you will be cooking it every night! But make no mistake it is always worth it.
Basically it's a must for anyone looking to cook decent Vietnamese meals in a Western kitchen.
I have made about 6 different meals and several sauces from this and have yet to try the Pho but i look forward to making something from this every time as the flavours taste so authentic. Yes, the recipes will probably require a trip to your local asian food store and the prep time can be lengthy but then i doubt you will be cooking it every night! But make no mistake it is always worth it.
Basically it's a must for anyone looking to cook decent Vietnamese meals in a Western kitchen.
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Practical but heartfelt, easy but comprehensive
Very good beginner's book for vietnamese cuisine. While not as 'literary' as for instance Alford & Duguid, the author nevertheless lets her emotions flow and the accompanying text... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Philippe Marc Moreels
not for me
I've made perhaps 10 of the recipes. I am not vietnamese but specialize in thai & indian cooking and take a very methodical approach. Read more
Published 20 months ago by A. Boby
wonderful food
This book is not just recipes but a pleasure to read as well. The recipes and explanations make for a very pleasing meal. Read more
Published 23 months ago by C. A. Chambers
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