Culinary Secrets: Treasures From Margo and Mary Ann's Louisiana Kitchen
Author: Mary Ann Monsaur
Culinary Secrets: Treasures from Margo & Mary Ann's Louisiana Kitchen is certain to become treasured by all who read it! This cookbook is a collection of recipes from many of the cooking and entertaining classes which the authors began teaching in 1995 at their shop, The Culinary Shoppe, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It also includes recipes from some of the guest chefs who have taught classes at their shop, along with a few from friends and some from their personal and family recipe collections. This easy-to-read book is divided into eight chapters, ranging from Great Beginnings: Appetizers & Beverages, to Encore: Gifts to Make & Give.
About the Authors:
Margo Hayes and Mary Ann Monsour are both graduates of Louisiana State University and are residents of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The two teach cooking and entertaining classes and are the owners of The Culinary Shoppe, a unique business which offers the usual in kitchen necessities as well as extraordinary finds, including antiques and collectibles, related to all aspects of dining.
The authors approach cooking from two different backgrounds which truly complement each other. Mary Ann has been married for 30 years and has four sons ranging from 22 to 27 years of age. She obviously approaches cooking and dining from a family point of view. Margo's view is from a more institutional background. Her work in catering spans some 15 years. She owns a catering company and is known regionally for her lavish food and tabletop presentations. Both of these ladies love to entertain and do so with beauty and ease. This duo, with their knowledge and expertise, not to mention their vivacious personalities, make for an unbeatable combination.
Cheramie Sonnier
Where else but south Louisiana would you find such an amazing number of exceptional cooks who put down their kitchen utensils long enough to take up pens (or computer keyboards) and write good, interesting cookbooks.
Case in point - Culinary Secrets: Treasures from Margo & Mary Ann's Louisiana Kitchen, by Margo B. Hayes and Mary Ann Monsour....sure to be welcomed by anyone looking for practical recipes that will wow guests....easy to read recipes. The pair also included lots of practical tips. -- The Advocate
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Authentic Recipes of Thailand
Author: Steve Kraus
Thai cuisine is unique, having drawn inspiration from such diverse sources as China, India, Persia and Portugal. This book presents a cross-section of Thai recipes from all regions of the country—as prepared in private homes, street stalls, and even palace kitchens. Produced and photographed entirely in Thailand, this book offers an in-depth look at the unique cultural origins and influences behind Thai cuisine, and provides recipes for universal favorites such as Tom Yang Goong and Pad Thai, as well as numerous sauces, dips, salads, snacks and desserts.
Author Bio:
Sven Krauss, Executive Chef of The Beaufort Sukhothai, and Laurent Ganguillet have combined their experience of Thai cuisine with the expert knowledge of Vira Sanguanwong, Sous Chef responsible for The Beaufort Sukhothai's Thai cuisine, who has worked as a professional chef for over 25 years.
Photography by Luca Invernizzi Tettoni.
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