Category Archives: Book review

Objective and independent review of books relating to food, wine, music and the arts.

Sydney Seafood School Cookbook

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Chopinand

The Sydney Fish Market is an important organisation which has made Sydney the world-class food destination that it is today. Reputed to be among the top three largest fish markets in the world, the Sydney Fish Market is a paradise … Continue reading →

Posted in Book review, Fish, Recipes, Seafood | 13 Comments

Book Review: Hideo Dekura demystifies Japanese ingredients

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Mysaucepan

Having been a restaurant co-judge with Hideo Dekura, I’ve had the pleasure of dining with him many times. On each occasion, we would exchange banter about food and I never fail to learn something new about Japanese cuisine. For example, … Continue reading →

Posted in Book review, Personalities, Seafood | Tagged interview, sashimi | 27 Comments

An Evening with Carol Selva Rajah

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Chopinand

Having grown up in Malaysia, I have a natural affinity to deliciously tasty Malaysian cuisine. Classics like laksa, beef rendang, nasi lemak, chinese stewed pork or tau yu bak hold a special place in the hearts of many Malaysian foodies. … Continue reading →