"Luke Nguyen s France" follows acclaimed chef Luke Nguyen as he discovers the flavors, ingredients, and dishes of France that have influenced Vietnamese cooking. From classics to traditional recipes with a modern twist, Luke meets chefs and locals along his journey, learning the secrets behind these one hundred much-loved French dishes and their regional specialties.
Alongside French classics such as Nicoise salad and gateau Basque, Luke shares his own interpretations of French-Vietnamese fusion food: from Vietnamese steak tartare and salt-and-pepper squid to crispy-skin chicken with master stock and pan-fried baby sole. Filled with beautiful location and food photography throughout, and complemented by a stunning design that is signature to Luke s books, "Luke Nguyen s France" celebrates the flavors of these two cuisines with exciting, inspired recipes."