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You may think there are only so many ways vanilla can be used in cooking - surprise! International Chef Natasha MacAller will change your mind by taking you on a journey to discover the many wonders of one of the most amazingly versatile ingredients in your pantry.Vanilla Table is a culinary celebration of all things vanilla. With its fragrant and captivating scent, it can be creatively used in an endless array of delicious dishes. From sweet to savoury, the more than 100 recipes-including 32 dishes carefully curated from 33 internationally acclaimed chefs worldwide- show how to make the most of this magical ingredient. For instance, this cookbook demonstrates the delights of vanilla and trout pairing; how just a vanilla pinch deliciously wakes up a pork chop; and of course, countless ways to make desserts sparkle.
About the Author
If cooking is an art and baking is a science, Natasha MacAller is a chef who flawlessly dances in both worlds. Her "less is more" approach to cooking and baking has made her stand out among her peers and continues to catch the attention of press in the US, UK and New Zealand. A former professional ballerina, Natasha brings the same diligence and precision to the kitchen as she did to dancing. She's now known as the "Dancing Chef". Many people think they're world's apart - from ballerina to chef - but to Natasha, they are both performance arts, creative disciplines that demand dedication and hours of painstaking practice. As she explains, each artistic craft offers a fleeting experience, whether it's a whirl across the stage or savoring one of her decadent savoury, sweet or liquid creations. 'Vanilla Table' is Natasha's first book.
