Vietnam

If cooking were painting, Vietnam would have one of the world's most colourful palettes. Practically anything can be grown in its diverse climate and, because the people have no culinary inhibitions, anything goes. Vietnam lays itself bare at the table and, with this unique guide, you are about to embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure.
-- the essential guide to the culture of food & drink in Vietnam
-- faces of gastronomy, profiles of the ordinary people and places that make Vietnamese cuisine unique
-- an exploration of the regional influences that make up Vietnamese cuisine
-- a special chapter on the bold palate of Vietnam
-- the definitive culinary dictionary, a quick-reference glossary and useful phrases for every food & drink occasion
-- tantalising photography & recipes