For centuries Thai cooking has been among the world's most highly regarded
cuisines and also among the most mysterious. For the first time the tastes,
techniques, and traditions of Thai home cooking have been gathered into one
extraordinary book: Cracking the Coconut by renowned Thai chef, teacher, and
writer Su-Mei Yu.
More than a simple recipe book, this is a masterful work about the art and
history of Thai cooking and the people who have shaped it. But, most important,
it's about preparing, eating, and thoroughly enjoying the food of Thailand.
By taking readers step by step through shopping, preparing, and serving,
Cracking the Coconut dispels the