The Fearless International Foodie Conquers Pan-Asian Cuisine Paperback - 2001

From the publisher

Are you a fearless foodie"? "Do you know the difference between a soba noodle and an udon noodle? Does your collection of spices include holy basil, lemon grass, kaffir leaf, and galanga? If so, then you are definitely a Fearless Foodie. And if not, then become one.
Dig in and enjoy the hottest trends in dining--Japanese, Thai, Korean, Vietnamese, as well as cuisines of Indonesia, Malaysia, Laos, and Cambodia. Etiquette tips help save the diner from embarrassing experiences such as asking for chopsticks in a Thai restaurant. And lots of culture notes explain the significance of Korean kim chi jars, the low-down on Thai chili peppers, Japanese noodles, teas and much more to make the dining experience complete. "Features: "
-Each section begins with an overview of the cuisine, followed by typical ingredients and dishes, from starters through desserts.-Spiced up with witty food related puns and anecdotes to keep it upbeat and fun
-No more guess work of embarrassing mistakes--each item is translated with an easy-to-follow pronunciation guide.-Convenient and portable--fits into pockets and handbags.
-Loaded with fascinating culture notes to put things in their context, like understanding the tradition of the Japanese tea ceremonies.-The helpful glossary covers foods, spices, sauces, utensils, and more.
-After dessert? There's even a tipping chart for settling the bill