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Indochine, baguettes and banh mi, finding France in Vietnam, Luke Nguyen ; photography by Alan Benson

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Indochine, baguettes and banh mi, finding France in Vietnam, Luke Nguyen ; photography by Alan Benson
Language
eng
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Indochine
Responsibility statement
Luke Nguyen ; photography by Alan Benson
Sub title
baguettes and banh mi, finding France in Vietnam
Summary
The French colonisation of Vietnam, which lasted for nearly one hundred years, had a profound influence on Vietnamese lifestyle, architecture and cuisine. Chef and author Luke Nguyen revisits his beloved Vietnam to delve deeper into the culinary legacy left by the French.Against a backdrop of grand colonial hotels, Luke talks to chefs, bakers, farmers and family members to explore the impact the French had on what the Vietnamese eat and cook today. More than 100 recipes showcase the fusion of French and Vietnamese ingredients and techniques, interwoven with the heart-warming and personal stories Luke uncovers on his journey
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