The Eastern and Oriental Cookbook

Book excerpt: One of London's most acclaimed restaurants, EandO (Eastern and Oriental) is renowned as much for its style, sophistication and loyal celebrity clientele as for its sumptuous and delicate pan-Asian menu. With an emphasis on the best fresh produce, and an enticing blend of flavours from the Orient, their dishes are simple yet complex in flavour, innovative and fresh. In The Eastern and Oriental Cookbook, restaurateur Will Ricker shares more than 80 of his favourite recipes from the restaurant u many of which have become signature dishes u and the philosophy behind them. Be tempted by Bird's Nest Oysters, Date and Water Chestnut Gyoza, the fresh and sumptuous flavours of Duck and Lychee Salad or the crisp and flavoursome Aromatic Duck or Grilled Sechuan Prawns. Then indulge your sweet tooth and try a slice of Ginger Cheesecake or the Happy Ending. Illustrated with spectacular photography of the dishes and restaurant atmosphere, The Eastern and Oriental Cookbook brings a truly unique dining experience into your home. It is guaranteed to enchant the senses and invite a whole new approach to cooking delicious pan-Asian dishes in your kitchen.