The Principles of Thai Cookery by Chef McDang is a beautifully presented encyclopedia of Thai cuisine. Informative, instructional and inspiring, McDang's warm narrative takes the reader on an extensive journey through the history, culture and style of Thai food that starts with background on eating habits, regional differences and foreign influences. Following on are 57 recipes that cover the essentials of Thai cuisine: boiling, grilling, salads, dips, stir-frying, deep-frying, steaming, curries and desserts.