"The Vietnamese way of asking, 'How are you?' is to say, 'Have you eaten rice yet?' Good, fresh food is central to the lives of Vietnamese people, who tend to eat for the love of eating. Life is nothing without the enjoyment of good food. In Vietnamese, Uyen Luu showcases the joy of Vietnamese cooking with over 85 of her tastiest recipes that are easy to whip up in your own home kitchen. From traditional recipes such as Beef Phâ1⁄4 and Seafood Spring Rolls to modern dishes such as Soy Aubergines & Thai Basil and Fried Noodles & Greens, along with sweet treats such as Cráeme Caramel and Coconut Rice Pudding, each recipe aims to show the true ease and accessibility of Vietnamese food. With creative make-ahead ideas and recipe notes to help you to adapt the dishes to your needs, and stunning photography throughout, Vietnamese is perfect for anyone looking to learn and explore the basics of the Vietnamese cuisine."-- Back Cover.