Easy Chinese Cookbook: Restaurant Favorites Made Simple (Spiral Bound)

Biographical Note:
CHRIS TOY has been teaching Asian cooking for more than 30 years. His cooking incorporates straightforward methods, fresh ingredients, and unique flavors that draw family and friends together to enjoy great food and company. Visit him online at ChrisToy.net or on his YouTube cooking channel.

Review Quotes:
"Chris Toy is an absolute delight, whether in the classroom, in the kitchen, or organizing an event. An experienced educator, Chris is able to teach his skills in a clear and concise way and elaborate on the recipes with a glimpse in to the traditions that complement the foods. One of our most beloved instructors at the Schoodic Arts Festival for many years, Chris has students from all over the region, and they follow him wherever he teaches. I can hardly wait to delve in to Chris Toy's cookbook and start cooking." --Mary Laury, Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All

Review Quotes:
"Chris is a true educator, combining teachable moments, delicious food, and a warm, entertaining atmosphere. He brings people together to enjoy an evening filled with fascinating culinary anecdotes and traditions." --Kathy Heye, Deede Montgomery, http: //www.bessiesfarmgoods.com/

Review Quotes:
"Chris Toy has been teaching cooking classes at our kitchen store in Maine for almost 20 years, so we know firsthand that his recipes are easy to follow and delicious to eat! Anyone who loves (or needs!) quick and healthy dinner ideas will love this book. Great for weeknights, perfect for dinner parties!" --Louisa Edgerton, Manager at Now You're Cooking

Publisher Marketing:

Recreate your favorite Chinese takeout meals at home

Now you can capture the flavors of Chinatown in your own kitchen. This Chinese cookbook makes it quick and easy to prepare Chinese takeout favorites at home with beginner-friendly recipes that anyone can master.

From appetizers to desserts and everything in between, learn how to make classics like Egg Rolls, Hot and Sour Soup, Orange Chicken, Kung Pao Beef, Shrimp Lo Mein, and Sweet Egg Custard Dessert. These step-by-step recipes use simple, affordable, everyday ingredients you can find at most grocery stores and don't require lengthy prep work or complicated cooking techniques.

This Chinese cookbook includes:

• An intro to Chinese cooking--Unlock the flavors of China with detailed information about regional flavor bases, essential ingredients and equipment lists, and tips for making Chinese cooking easy.
• Home takeout menus--Explore convenient pre-planned menus for DIY Dim Sum, a Chinese New Year Feast, Sichuan Night, Classic Cantonese Takeout, and Vegetarian and Vegan Takeout.
• Recipe tips and labels--Find weeknight-friendly recipes quickly with labels for dishes that take 30 minutes or less to prepare, plus recipe-specific suggestions for taking your culinary creations to the next level.

Make authentic, restaurant-quality Chinese meals in the comfort of your own kitchen with help from the Easy Chinese Cookbook.

Contributor Bio:Toy, Chris

CHRIS TOY has been teaching Asian cooking for more than 30 years. His cooking incorporates straightforward methods, fresh ingredients, and unique flavors that draw family and friends together to enjoy great food and company. Visit him online at ChrisToy.net or on his YouTube cooking channel.