Sanjeev Kapoor reveals culinary secrets in his latest book “Flavors of the Orient”

~ Chef extraordinaire, TV show host & author introduces readers to the delicious and diverse flavors of Oriental cooking! ~

From hot & spicy Chicken Laska from Indonesia to luscious Chicken and Crabmeat Spring Rolls from Vietnam and the fiery taste of Thai cuisine with stir-fried Chicken with chilies and Basil, Sanjeev Kapoor’s new book, “Flavours of the Orient” describes it all. During an entertaining launch event at the Odyssey Store @ Indra Nagar, Sanjeev Kapoor introduced his latest book to readers highlighting a few of his favorite lip smacking recipes and cooking tips & tricks.

“Flavours of the Orient” is a cookery book with a difference. Recipe after delicious recipe introduces readers and cooking enthusiast to the joy of cooking restaurant-style dishes at home. A step by step guide, “Flavours of the Orient” explores the glorious culinary heritage of the Orient with Master Chef Kapoor himself as a guide!

Exploring the culinary delight of Orient, “Flavours of the Orient” takes readers through the preparations of hot & spicy Chicken Laska from Indonesia or the luscious Chicken and Crabmeat Spring Rolls from Vietnam and much more. Experience the fiery taste of Thai with stir-fried Chicken with chillies and Basil, the visually delightful Green Fried Rice from China or end a meal on a deliciously sweet note with Singaporean Mango Jelly, Steamed Banana Cakes and the surprisingly simple Toffee Grapes from China.

Commenting on his new book, Sanjeev Kapoor, Celebrated Chef, TV show host & author said, “Every new book fills me with a surge of excitement because there is bound to be some recipe that will make a family happy! Home cooking needs a touch of rejuvenation from time to time – in some homes regularly and in some not so regularly. I feel that new recipes, in an easy to read manner and easy to follow format, will motivate anyone to try them ou. “Flavours of the Orient” is crackling new, ready to hit the stands and ready to fill up your kitchen with some fantastic aromas helping you create and enjoy the authentic taste of the Far East without stepping out of your home!”

Mr. Harsh R. Grandhe, Vice President – Marketing, Odyssey India Ltd, said, “It gives us great pleasure to be a part of this special occasion.

Sanjeev Kapoor is an exemplary chief and a practical author. His books have always captured the interests of the reader and inspired many to turn to the wonderful world of cooking “Flavours of the Orient” is yet another example to this end.”

“Flavours of the Orient” takes readers on an exciting journey through China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam, through myriad fragrances, textures and tastes of Oriental cooking. A must grad for every culinary enthusiast!

About Sanjeev Kapoor
Master Chef Kapoor Sanjeev Kapoor is the best-selling author of over 40 cookery books and the charismatic television host of the award-winning Khana Khazana, India’s longest running cookery show. He owns a popular brand of pickles, masalas, sprinklers and ready to eat mixes; Sanjeev Kapoor’s Khazana. Yellow Chilli, Yellow Chilli Express and Grain of Salt are renowned Sanjeev Kapoor national and international restaurant chains. Master Chef Kapoor has appeared on the International TV Programmes – Quest on CNN in 2005, and the Rachael Ray Show in April 2009.

About Popular Prakashan:-
Popular Prakashan Private Limited has been in the business of books for the last 75 years, winning many state and national level awards for excellence in publishing. Popular Prakashan has always been a name associated with high standards of writing and excellence in design and production. They have pioneered Indian publishing in Medicine and Social Sciences. In addition to lifestyle books, they have a strong list of academic publications in the fields of Sociology, Politics, Religion, History, Philosophy, Education and Medicine.

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About Odyssey:
Odyssey is a premier leisure store chain stocking Books, Music, Cards, Stationery, Gifts, Toys, Multimedia, and Magazines having 46 stores in 14 cities with Chennai (10), Hyderabad (6), Bangalore (7), Mumbai (5), Pune (2), NCR (2), Delhi (6) one each in Nagpur, Coimbatore, Salem, Trichy, Kozhikode & Varanasi.

Odyssey is expanding into newer markets besides expanding in existing markets. Odyssey India Ltd recently forayed into the optical eyewear category with the launch of The Eyewear Store – a hi-fashion destination for international designer sunglasses & prescription frames.

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