July 2018 Non-Fiction Berkeley Books

The Food of the Philippines: 81 Easy and Delicious Recipes from the Pearl of the Orient Reynaldo G. Alejandro, photographs by Luca Invernizzi Tettoni

The Food of the Philippines: 81 Easy and Delicious Recipes from the Pearl of the Orient
Reynaldo G. Alejandro, photographs by Luca Invernizzi Tettoni


Paperback | Jul 2018 | Periplus Editions | 9780794607913 | 112pp | 279x215mm | GEN | AUD$16.99

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"!

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!