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SHORTLISTED FOR THE JANE GRIGSON TRUST AWARD 2019briibrib'ibiThe Island Kitcheni has lifted my spirits and made me hungry and happy in equal measure' Nigella LawsonbbrbrThis ravishing cookbook will take you on a journey around the Indian Ocean islands, to taste the flavours of the colourful markets of Mauritius, the aromatic spice gardens of the Seychelles, the fishing coasts of the Maldives, the lagoons of Mayotte and the forests of Madagascar. Selina Periampillai, born in London but of Mauritian descent, celebrates the vibrant home-cooking of the islands, with dishes such as Sticky chicken with garlic & ginger, Mustard- & turmeric-marinated tuna, Seychellois aubergine & chickpea cari, and Pineapple upside-down cake with cardamom cream.br brWith 80 simple recipes for everything from quick mid-week suppers to large rum-fuelled gatherings, and beautiful food photography and illustrations, this book will take you straight to the warm, welcoming kitchens of these beautiful islands.

The Island Kitchen

  • Selina Periampillai

    Irresistible, feel-good recipes from the sun-drenched islands of the Indian Ocean
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  • Book Details

    Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing brPublication date: 02052019 brFormat: 246 x 175 mm | 256 pages
  • About the Author

    Selina Periampillai is a London-based self-taught chef, born to Mauritian parents. She grew up in the UK but was inspired by her heritage to share recipes from her family. She hosted the first Mauritian supperclub from her home in London and, garnering a loyal following on social media, went on to host pop ups, write recipes for websites such as JamieOliver.com, Air Mauritius and Great British Chefs, and feature in BBC Good Food, the iGuardiani, iHuffington Posti and the iTelegraphi. She now privately caters events, teaches cookery classes, and dos at various food festivals to share her insight and knowledge of the unique melting pot of flavours from the Indian Ocean. This is her first book. br brtastauritius.com@tastauritius

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