Scent of the Monsoon Winds: Spice-infused Recipes from Around the World

Over 100 sublime recipes derived from a range of cultures lie at the heart of this beautiful book. Passionate chef Michal Haines stamps her signature style on a variety of dishes to ensure the flavours are perfectly suited to the western palate.Including historical anecdotes about how spices have influenced different cuisines, an A - Z guide to spices and user-friendly information about buying, storing and using spices, this book is a must-have addition to any home kitchen.The recipes include: Pork and Prawn Balls in Kaffir Lime and Vermicelli Soup; Tequila-fuelled Blackened Chicken with Red Beans; and, Cardamom, Cassia and Orange Syrup-baked Cheesecake.

Author Biography

Michal Haines has spent the last 15 years running gourmet food stores around Auckland. The knowledge she accumulated there plus a fascination with ethnic cuisine provided the inspiration for this book. Jacqui Blanchard is an Auckland-based portrait and food photographer. Her food photography has appeared in two books to date: Summertime and A Cook's Bible.