"Having experienced Asian and Pacific foods both in the lands of origin and abroad, where subsitutes are sometimes necessary, it is a special bonus to have the opportunity to share my experiences of these cuisines."
- Charmaine Solomon

Since emigrating from Sri Lanka to Australia over 40 years ago, Charmaine Solomon has become the most respected authority on Asian food. Through newspapers, magazines, television, cookery schools and 30 books, she has enthused the Western world with her passion for and knowledge of Asian cuisine.

Charmaine Solomon has over 30 years' experience writing, cooking, and exploring the breadth of Asia. In her book The Encyclopedia of Asian Food she provides advice on every facet of the ingredients and the cuisine of each Asian country, as well as explanations of cooking techniques and guides to special utensils. See Charmaine Solomon's website

Other titles by Charmaine Solomon:

The Complete Asian Cookbook

Charmaine Solomon's Thai Cookbook

Love and a Wooden Spoon