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An approachable comic book cookbook tour of Thai culture and cuisine with 50 recipes and stories from the country’s main culinary regions

From an exciting all-female, all-Thai team,Noodles, Rice, and Everything Spicecombines easy-to-follow comic book panels with pops of vibrant food photography to perfectly capture the bright, colorful flavors and ingredients that are crucial to Thai cuisine.

Noodles, Rice, and Everything Spiceshowcases real Thai food from the countrys distinct culinary regions.Journey to the northern Lanna region and dine khan tokstyle with small bowls of chile dips, curries, sticky rice, and vegetables on a gilded pedestal tray for sharing; sit cross-legged on a bamboo mat around a spread of tangy salads and grilled meats in the northeast Isaan region; roam the bustling markets of central Bangkok for iconic street food treats; and lounge on a beach in southern Thailand with dangerously spicy seafood.

With recipes divided into six delectable sections for any meal or mood of the day, discover how to make world-class snacks and starters such asSom Tam(papaya salad) andSatay Gai(grilled chicken skewers), or iconic noodle dishes such asKhao Soi(coconut curry noodle soup) andPad Kee Mao(drunken noodles), as well as some lesser-known regional favorites to pair with rice such asPad Sator(stir-fried bitter beans) from the south andNam Prik Ong(Ongs spicy pork and tomato chile dip) from the north. The book also teaches helpful cooking and preparation techniques such as how to properly grate a papaya, make sticky rice in the microwave, fry an egg to crispy perfection, and more.

In celebration of the warm, welcoming spirit of Thailand,Noodles, Rice, and Everything Spiceshares the secrets to making these dynamic Thai dishes at home, whether as a quick one-plate meal or a showstopping spread of multiple dishes for enjoying communally.