Product Description

In Balance and Harmony, Neil Perry revels in his love for Asian cooking: the great flavours, the contrasts in tastes and textures, and the way that just about anything can be cooked with a wok and a bamboo steamer. The book is set out in the style of a cooking school by the Rockpool masterchef, progressing from the easiest steamed, stir-fried, braised and deep-fried dishes, to more challenging and intricate plates as the reader gains confidence and knowledge. Ultimately, Asian food celebrates the ethos of the shared table, and that is the theme of Balance and Harmony the book is beautifully punctuated by a series of banquet ideas, ranging from the simplest to the most gloriously memorable. Key points: author is a world renowned chef, food authority and media personality; photographed by internationally acclaimed photographer Earl Carter; packed with a wealth of recipes, recipe variations, and hints and tips on buying, preparing and cooking.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #7009 in Books
• Published on: 2008-10-20
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 400 pages

About the Author
Neil Perry is one of Australias pre-eminent chefs and restaurateurs. His Sydney restaurant Rockpool is rated one of the top restaurants in the world. Neil has been creating menus for Qantas for seven years, redefining in-flight menus and service, and has his own Fresh Food label. He regularly travels the world as a guest chef, promoting Australian produce. Balance and Harmony is Neil Perrys fifth book.