Cooking the Japanese Way: Revised and Expanded to Include New Low-Fat and Vegetarian Recipes (Easy Menu Ethnic Cookbooks)
Grade 5-8-These wonderful series entries will pique the interest of  curious young chefs and the adults who assist them in creating  the delectable recipes. Revised and expanded, these editions  will appeal to the health-conscious as well, as several low-fat  and vegetarian recipes have been added. The books open with an  introduction to the land and cultural aspects of each cuisine,  followed by a discussion of safety measures, cooking utensils  and terms, special ingredients, and healthy cooking tips. A  discussion of the "table" comes next, followed by more than a  dozen recipes for various meals and occasions, including holiday  and festival fare. Christian also describes a Spanish market and  her experience of sharing a simple supper with a shepherd.  Weston emphasizes the role of fresh foods such as wild plants,  vegetables, and fish in Japanese cooking. It is apparent that,  in this culture, food selection, cooking, and presentation are  considered an art. The books are well designed, attractively  arranged, and have lots of color photos. Recipe names are in  English with the Spanish or Japanese equivalents next to them.  Tasteful titles that will be popular and useful.Augusta R.  Malvagno, Queens Borough Public Library, NYCopyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.