Far East Down East: Maine's Freshest Foods Spiced With Asia's Finest Flavors

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Summary: Great for gourmet wannabes!
Review: Far East Down East is the first cookbook I have read in one sitting, cover-to-cover! The book is beautifully photographed and filled with charming notes from the author. What really sets this book far ahead of others of this type is the simplicity of the recipes and accessibilty of the ingredients.DeMustchine provides shortcuts and substitutions without compromising the complex tastes of this cuisine. Can't wait to treat my friends. Wait, I want Bruce DeMustchine for my new best friend!

Rating:
Summary: Great for gourmet wannabes!
Review: Far East Down East is the first cookbook I have read in one sitting, cover-to-cover! The book is beautifully photographed and filled with charming notes from the author. What really sets this book far ahead of others of this type is the simplicity of the recipes and accessibilty of the ingredients.DeMustchine provides shortcuts and substitutions without compromising the complex tastes of this cuisine. Can't wait to treat my friends. Wait, I want Bruce DeMustchine for my new best friend!

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Summary: Inspirational delicacies that the whole family will enjoy
Review: Far East/Down East: Maine's Freshest Foods Spiced With Asia's Finest Flavors compiled by Bruce De Mustchine combines foods from Maine with the spices and insights of Asian cooking to present appetizing and inspirational delicacies that the whole family will enjoy. From Shrimp Toast; Marinated Fried Sea Scallops; and Ginger Stewed Tomatoes; to Peanut, Shrimp, & Chicken Salad; Asparagus & Quail Curry; and Coconut Pudding, these mouth-watering morsels are offered with straightforward instructions and gorgeous color photographs by Glen Scott. Far East/Down East is a glorious introduction to blending the culinary ingredients and styles of two different cultures.

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Summary: A New England Must!
Review: I borrowed this book from my library since no one else had checked it out, and now it's on my Wish List! I'm NOT a great cook but I love seafood and I found the recipes to be pretty fast and straightforward. The section on Asian ingredients with photos is very helpful. We've especially liked the maple-ginger salmon and the sweet garlic pork. Can't wait to try the coconut shrimp chowder! This is that rare cookbook that is both beautiful AND practical, and makes great use of New England staples.