Savoring the Spice Coast of India

Savoring the Spice Coast of India
Author: Maya Kaimal
Publisher: Morrow Cookbooks
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2000-08-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 9780060192570

Introduces the staples, basic ingredients, and spices that make up Southern Indian cuisine.

Flavours of the Spice Coast

Flavours of the Spice Coast
Author: K.M. Mathew
Publisher: Penguin Books India
Total Pages: 124
Release: 2002
Genre: Cookery, Indic
ISBN: 9780143029007

The southwestern coast of India, famous for its spices, has been a cultural melting pot for 2000 years. Jews, Muslims and Christians, merchants and missionaries came and stayed, adding their influences to the region's culture and cuisine. Written over a period of nearly 50 years, K.M. Mathew's recipes draw on the region's rich heritage.

Savoring Kerala

Savoring Kerala
Author: Vijayan Babu
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-10-02
Genre:
ISBN:

"Dive into the vibrant and flavorful world of South Indian cuisine with 'Savoring Kerala: A Culinary Journey Through South India.' This book is your gateway to the rich and diverse culinary traditions of Kerala, the jewel of the South. Kerala, often referred to as "God's Own Country," is celebrated for its lush landscapes, coastal beauty, and an exquisite tapestry of tastes and aromas. 'Savoring Kerala' is a culinary odyssey that takes you on a delightful expedition through this enchanting region's kitchens. Discover the art of balancing spices and flavors, as you explore the secrets behind the beloved dishes of Kerala, from the iconic Malabar Biryani to the luscious Payasam desserts. With detailed recipes, step-by-step instructions, and stunning visuals, this book ensures that both novice and experienced cooks can recreate the magic of Kerala in their own kitchens. But 'Savoring Kerala' is more than just a cookbook; it's a cultural immersion. Delve into the history, traditions, and rituals that have shaped Kerala's culinary heritage. Learn about the unique ingredients, cooking techniques, and the cultural significance of each dish. Whether you're planning a South Indian feast for your loved ones or simply curious about the tantalizing flavors of Kerala, 'Savoring Kerala' offers an authentic and delectable experience. It's a tribute to the people, culture, and cuisine of Kerala, inviting you to savor the essence of this extraordinary region, one recipe at a time. Embark on a culinary journey like no other, as 'Savoring Kerala' whisks you away to a land where every meal is a celebration, every bite is an adventure, and every taste is a revelation. Get ready to awaken your taste buds and infuse your kitchen with the soulful flavors of South India. This book is your passport to the heart of Kerala's kitchens, where every dish tells a story and every bite is a memory in the making."

Tastes and Traditions

Tastes and Traditions
Author: Teresa George
Publisher:
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2013
Genre: Cooking (Spices)
ISBN: 9781925023961

Food and Stories from India's Spice Coast

Curried Favors

Curried Favors
Author: Maya Kaimal Macmillan
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2000-03-01
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 0789206285

This engaging cookbook, the first to feature the tropical dishes of South India, demystifies the cuisine and offers more than one hundred recipes with light, tropical flavors and simple preparations, along with sumptuous photographs of the food and the region. Challenging the stereotypes that Indian curries are rich and heavy, difficult to prepare, and made with hard-to-find ingredients, this book introduces the light, tropical tastes of south India with accessible ingredients and simple methods. Adapting these south Indian recipes for the average kitchen, the author familiarizes the home cook with this lesser-known cuisine. An abundance of coconut and seafood, along with a host of exotic fruits and vegetables, including fresh hot chilies, distinguishes the curries of south India from those of north India. The focus is the traditional southern fare-dishes such as Rava Masala Dosa (wheat crepes stuffed with potato curry), Sambar (spicy stew of legumes and vegetables), and fish Aviyal (chunks of fish in an aromatic sauce of coconut and tamarind)-which is harder to find in restaurants outside of India. North Indian classics, also family favorites, like Lamb Korma, Tandoori Chicken, and Spinach Paneer are included. With everything from appetizers to desserts, this is an excellent introduction to Indian cooking. The author has an extraordinary talent for explaining unfamiliar cooking techniques, and specially commissioned full-color photographs provide helpful visual cues for preparing a wide variety of dishes. The inspired recipes, purposeful photographs, extensive notes on ingredients, practical menu ideas, and useful source list make it a primer on Indian cooking as well as a significant exploration of regional specialties.

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Indian Cuisine

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Indian Cuisine
Author: Colleen Taylor Sen
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 457
Release: 2023-02-23
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1350128643

This reference work covers the cuisine and foodways of India in all their diversity and complexity, including regions, personalities, street foods, communities and topics that have been often neglected. The book starts with an overview essay situating the Great Indian Table in relation to its geography, history and agriculture, followed by alphabetically organized entries. The entries, which are between 150 and 1,500 words long, combine facts with history, anecdotes, and legends. They are supplemented by longer entries on key topics such as regional cuisines, spice mixtures, food and medicine, rites of passages, cooking methods, rice, sweets, tea, drinks (alcoholic and soft) and the Indian diaspora. This comprehensive volume illuminates contemporary Indian cooking and cuisine in tradition and practice.

The Reporter's Kitchen

The Reporter's Kitchen
Author: Jane Kramer
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1250074371

For the first time, Jane's beloved food pieces from The New Yorker, where she has been a staff writer since 1964, are arranged in one place. A collection of definitive chef profiles, personal essays, and gastronomic history that is at once deeply personal and humane

Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism

Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism
Author: Dr. Shikha Sharma
Publisher: Kohli Media LLP
Total Pages: 573
Release: 2023-05-15
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 8196250363

"Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism," edited by Dr. Shikha Sharma and published by Rag Publishing, is a comprehensive anthology that explores the rich tapestry of India's cultural heritage and its impact on sustainable tourism. This book, comprising 45 chapters, each penned by different authors, delves into the multifaceted dimensions of Indian tourism, emphasizing the interplay between cultural diversity and sustainable practices in the tourism sector. Each chapter offers unique insights and perspectives, contributed by a diverse range of experts and scholars in the field. The book meticulously examines various aspects of Indian culture, from its colorful festivals and culinary delights to its architectural wonders and traditional practices, and how these elements can be leveraged to promote sustainable tourism that benefits local communities and preserves the cultural integrity of the region. Dr. Shikha Sharma, the editor, skillfully orchestrates this collection, ensuring a cohesive narrative that highlights the importance of cultural diversity in enriching tourists' experiences and promoting responsible travel. The book is not only an academic resource but also serves as a guide for policymakers, tourism professionals, and travelers interested in understanding the symbiotic relationship between cultural heritage and sustainable tourism in India. Published by Rag Publishing, "Cultural Diversity & Sustainability in Indian Tourism" stands as a significant contribution to the field of tourism studies, offering a deep and nuanced understanding of how cultural diversity is a pivotal factor in driving sustainable and responsible tourism in one of the world's most vibrant and diverse countries.

Coconut

Coconut
Author: Mary Newman
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 1789145260

From curries to creamy piña coladas, a delectable global history of the many culinary incarnations of the coconut. The flavor and image of the coconut are universally recognizable, conjuring up sweet, exotic pleasures. Called the “Swiss army knife” of the plant world, the versatile coconut can be an essential ingredient in savory curries, or a sacred element in Hindu rituals or Polynesian kava ceremonies. Coconut’s culinary credentials extend far beyond a sprinkling on a fabulous layer cake or cream pie to include products such as coconut vinegar, coconut sugar, coconut flour, and coconut oil. Complete with recipes, this book explores the global history of coconut from its ancient origins to its recent elevation to super-food status.

Spices of Life

Spices of Life
Author: Nina Simonds
Publisher: Knopf
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2012-10-23
Genre: Cooking
ISBN: 0385349734

In this groundbreaking cookbook, Nina Simonds offers us more than 175 luscious recipes, along with practical tips for a sensible lifestyle, that demonstrate that health-giving foods not only provide pleasure but can make a huge difference in our lives. With her emphasis on the tonic properties of a wide variety of foods, herbs, and spices, this book also brings us up to date on the latest scientific research. In every recipe–gathered from cultures around the world in which good eating is a way of life–Simonds gives us dishes that are both irresistible and have a positive effect on one’s well-being. For example: -Cardamom, a key digestive, subtly seasons her Steamed Asparagus with Cardamom Butter. -Cinnamon, which strengthens the heart and alleviates nervous tension, adds spice to her Fragrant Cinnamon Pork with Sweet Potatoes. -Basil has long been used as a healing salve and in teas. So who wouldn’t feel rejuvenated by a delicious bowlful of Sun-Dried Tomato Soup with Fresh Basil? -Peanuts, which fortify the immune system and lower cholesterol, provide a tasty, crunchy accent in Sichuan Kung Pao Chicken. -Mint, which has many healing properties, from taming muscle spasms to dissolving gallstones, can be relished in Minty Snap Peas accompanying Pan-Roasted Salmon or in a Pineapple Salsa served with Jerk Pork Cutlets. -And peaches give us vitamin C, beta carotene, and fiber. So enjoy them in a wonderful Gingery Peach-a-Berry Cobbler. To help us understand what part these health-restoring foods can play in our lives, Simonds peppers Spices of Life with lively interviews with a variety of experts, including Dr. Jim Duke, who offers anti-aging advice from his Herbal Farmacy; Dr. Andrew Weil, who discusses his latest nutritional findings; and Dr. U. K. Krishna, who explains basic Ayurvedic practices for healthy living. And more. With its delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes and concise health information, this delightful book opens up a whole new world of tastes for us to enjoy every day and to share with family and friends.