Chinese Garnishes with Platter Arrangement (Wei-Chuan Cookbook)

Since its first printing in 1982, CHINESE APPETIZERS & GARNISHES has been met with great enthusiasm from readers around the world. With the increased interest from Spanish readers in Europe and the Americas, Ms. Huang is pleased to introduce this newly expanded English/Spanish edition.

CHINESE GARNISHES unlocks the secrets of transforming simple fruits, vegetables and various meats into an array of incredible and easily adaptable garnishes. The first section guides the reader in the Chinese art of cutting, slicing, sculpting, and the myriad ways of creating and applying garnishes. The second section features the unique and classic approach based on the Chinese aesthetics of platter arrangements. From Plum Blossom Shrimp Platter, The Arrival of the Phoenix to The Good Luck Dragon, each presentation transforms a simple dish into a captivating visual experience.

CHINESE GARNISHES WITH PLATTER ARRANGEMENTS is destined to become the new revered reference source for Chinese garnishing. Another "must have" for the culinary novice as well as the professional.