The Food of the Philippines: 81 Easy and Delicious Recipes from the Pearl of the Orient - Tapa blanda

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 favoured ingredient, Filipino food is a concoction of tantalizing textures, flavors and colours. Superb colour 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. Featured Filipino recipes include: 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!

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, a world-renowned photographer who has lived and worked in Asia since 1973, specializes in books on aspects of Asian culture. Among his many books are Balinese Gardens, The Tropical Garden and Thai Style, He currently lives in Singapore where he runs the photo agency Photobank.