Thai Street Food: Authentic Recipes, Vibrant Traditions

Berkeley: Ten Speed Press, September 2010. Hardcover. Fine book, no jacket as published. Small nick to lower front corner, otherwise pristine inside and out. Not from a library. No remainder mark. 372 pages. Lavishly illustrated. 11 x 1.3 x 13.3 inches. 6.2 pounds. Heavy item: Additional charges for expedited or international shipping.

Thai Street Food transports readers straight into the bustling heart of Thailand's colorful street stalls and markets--from the predawn rounds of monks fanning out along the aisles to the made-to-order stalls ablaze in neon and jammed with hungry locals after dark. Featuring nearly 100 authentic dishes plus lavish photography accompanying every recipe, this stunning cookbook is the definitive guide to Thailand's culinary street culture. The recipes, such as Steamed Fish with Chilli and Lime Sauce, Pork Satay, Roast Duck and Egg Noodle Soup, and Sweet Banana Roti illuminate the beguiling world of food so integral to Thai culture. Scholar and chef David Thompson lives with a singular passion for Thailand's customs, culture, and people. Although he claims "It's all about the food," this ambitious work shares his insights into the rhythms and nuances of Thai daily life along with a fascinating history of its richly diverse street cuisine. This cookbook is a tempting, inspiring, and authoritative account of Thai street food, the vibrant culinary mosaic rich with community.