Not having a restaurant tradition, when it's time to celebrate Indonesians prepare the favorite delicacies of the family at homeand that's where these richly varied recipes come
from
Showcasing the cuisine of Indonesian families, who celebrate special occasions by inviting relatives and friends for dinner, this beautiful cookbook unravels the cooking secrets behind the
most spectacular dishesCrispy Fried Tamarind Chickens, Snake Beans and Prawns in Soy Bean Sauce, Sweet and Salty Corn Fritters, Coconut-Simmered Fish, Layered Spice Cake, and more. These
are recipes that have been scribbled down and then passed from mothers to daughters and sons: highly original dishes from all parts of Indonesia and all kinds of tips on this fragrant
cuisine in all its variety. True stories enrich the selection of recipes, from the mildly sweet dishes of Java to the spicy Sumatran kitchen or the Balinese cuisine,
where the Hindu influence shines through.
