Cafe Spice Namaste

by Cyrus Todiwala

Cyrus Todiwala, chef and co-owner of Cafe Spice Namaste, is the most exciting chef working in Indian food today. Reviews have ranged from 'a chef of genius' (Harpers & Queen) to Time Out's declaration that 'If you only go to one Indian restaurant this year, make it this one'. Although classically trained, Cyrus is known for his innovative approach to Indian food. Alongside familiar dishes, he combines traditional techniques and flavourings with more unexpected ingredients to produce delicious recipes such as ostrich tikka, tandoori monkfish and langoustine with tamarind. In this, his first book, over 100 recipes range from starters and nibbles, through meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, to the superb chutneys and relishes - from chilli relish to the more adventurous wild boar pickle - for which the restaurant is also renowned. With its vibrant design and photography reflecting the colourful restaurant style, CAFE SPICE NAMASTE will revolutionize ideas of traditional Indian food and attract a whole new audience to the creative possibilities of this exciting cuisine.

Genres: Cookbooks

144 pages, Hardcover

First published November 3, 1998

Reviews

[Brandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

another bargain find (bookstore in norristown, PA- all books were $4!!!!)I love Indian food and will try to cook anything- but usually find that the ingredients list is a mile long and full of things I don't keep in my pantry (ghee anyone?). This book is full of recipes with abbreviated lists and includes american pantry staples that you could use for a close equivalent. MMMM I taste a dinner party in my future.

[Jody · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have many Indian food cookbooks and this is my favorite one.