My Stir-fried Life by Ken Hom (English) Hardcover Book

Description: My Stir-fried Life by Ken Hom This is the fascinating story of how food transformed the life of a boy brought up in poverty in Chicagos Chinatown but who went on to become one of the worlds greatest authorities on Chinese and Asian food. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is the fascinating story of how food transformed the life of a boy brought up in poverty in Chicagos Chinatown but who went on to become one of the worlds greatest authorities on Chinese and Asian food. Aged just eight months when his father died, Hom was raised by his mother in an atmosphere of abject poverty. Food was his escape; it was a passion and solitary comfort, and it was a way of earning money - as an 11-year-old schoolboy, Ken worked in the kitchen of his uncles Chinese restaurant, where he developed an interest in cooking. From obscure beginnings, Hom went on to become one of the most celebrated TV chefs of all time, not only transforming his own life, but also changing the British perception of Asian food. This is the story of that improbable journey. My Stir-Fried Life is the epicureans epic, a gastronomic narrative that lifts the spirits, tantalises the taste buds and feeds the soul of anyone and everyone who loves food, from the keen novice to the accomplished connoisseur. Notes The autobiography of the Chinese American TV chef, charting his life from his poverty stricken childhood in Chicagos Chinatown, to becoming a household name in Britain. Author Biography Ken Hom OBE is a presenter, author, cook and restaurateur. His first book, Chinese Technique, was published in America in 1981. He has since written a further thirty-seven books, including, most recently, The Complete Chinese Cookbook and (with Ching-He Huang) Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure. The Ken Hom wok has a place in one in seven British kitchens. Review "Ken Hom not only introduced me to the hitherto esoteric world of Chinese cuisine but allowed me to understand its enormous importance to the rest of the world both culturally and intellectually ... and that it is just extraordinarily lovely to eat." - Rick Stein; "A master of his craft, a legend in TV food." - James Martin; "I have enjoyed the luxury of Kens wonderful food for many years. I cant wait to read about his life and his route to the top..." - Sir Alex Ferguson; "A cooking superhero... Great celebrity chef... A sense of feast runs through the book." - Libby Purves, Radio 4 Midweek; "Fascinating... Peppered with amusing stories about members of [Homs] high-octane social circle... He is one of the most charming and likeable subjects." - Dominic Midgley, Daily Express Long Description This is the fascinating story of how food transformed the life of a boy brought up in poverty in Chicagos Chinatown but who went on to become one of the worlds greatest authorities on Chinese and Asian food. Ken Hom is a household name in Britain, his wildly popular cookbooks and brand-named woks can be found in one out of every eight British kitchens. His story begins with a tough childhood in Chicago. Aged just eight months when his father died, Hom was raised by his mother in an atmosphere of abject poverty. Food was his escape; it was a passion and solitary comfort, and it was a way of earning money - as an 11-year-old schoolboy, Ken worked in the kitchen of his uncles Chinese restaurant, where he developed an interest in cooking. From obscure beginnings, Hom went on to become one of the most celebrated TV chefs of all time, not only transforming his own life, but also changing the British perception of Asian food. This is the story of that improbable journey.My Stir-fried Life is the epicureans epic, a gastronomic narrative that lifts the spirits, tantalises the taste buds and feeds the soul of anyone and everyone who loves food, from the keen novice to the accomplished connoisseur. Details ISBN1849549788 Author Ken Hom ISBN-10 1849549788 ISBN-13 9781849549783 Media Book Pages 336 Publisher Biteback Publishing Imprint Robson Press Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 8 DEWEY 641.5092 Format Hardcover Language English NZ Release Date 2016-09-19 Audience General AU Release Date 2016-11-30 Year 2016 Publication Date 2016-09-19 UK Release Date 2016-09-19 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100395117;

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