Sabrina Gidda

In the debut book from chef Sabrina Gidda, we see the merging of her professional career in Modern European kitchens unite with her Punjabi heritage, culminating in 90 unique and stunning recipes that are comforting, playful and big on flavour. She pays homage to her mother's most iconic dishes. She believes that flavour and enjoyment are imperative, and offers us everything from snacks and small plates for entertaining, to quick and light meals for midweek meals. She encourages the mixing and matching of recipes for feasting and friends - teaching us not to be fearful of our spice cupboards. In her words she is ‘creating new traditions as well as honouring old’. From the Only Dal You’ll Ever Need and Cauliflower Cheese Parathas to Punjabi Panzanella, Methi chicken Kyiv and black cardamom custard tart, these are ingenious, considerately spiced recipes you won’t have seen before.Modern South Asian Kitchen is a fascinating collection of recipes. Encompassing traditional family dishes passed down through generations to more contemporary, eclectic recipes that reflect and exciting influence and collaboration between cultures and experiences. Along with a personal story of her journey, Sabrina also features conversations with eight of her 'sisters' from South Asian heritage, which continue the thread of connecting with your history whilst breaking cultural and culinary boundaries. Modern South Asian Kitchen is a thought-provoking testament to modern South Asian cuisine as well as a joyful celebration of how cooking food brings together communities, families and friends.