Ebook: Food of Australia: Contemporary Recipes from Australia's Leading Chefs

About this book; Acknowledgents and Distributions; [Contents]; { PART ONE } FOOD IN AUSTRALIA; INTRODUCTION; An Endless Feast; A History of Australian Cuisine; Native Australian Food; Mediterranean Influences; Australia's Asian Connection; The Great Aussie Barbie; Gourmet Dining in the Country; A New World of Wine; { PART TWO } CHEFS, INGREDIENTS & RECIPES; The Chefs of Australia; Australian Ingredients; APPETIZERS; SALADS; PASTAS; VEGETABLE DISHES; SEAFOOD; POULTRY; MEAT; DESSERTS; SUPPLEMENTARY RECIPES; Appendix: Contributors; Index; Periplus Cookbooks.;The remarkable geographic and ethnic diversity of Australia has laid the foundation for the country's new culinary identity. Drawing on European, Asian, Middle Eastern and native Australian ingredients and cooking styles, the country's young and innovative chefs have melded these influences into a fresh and unique style of cooking. This book presents a cross section of recipes from twenty-two of Australia's leading chefs. Lively essays by Australian culinary experts introduce the history, culture and diverse influences which have shaped the development of contemporary Australian cuisin.