Tropical Island Cooking

A comprehensive guide, "The Filipino-American Kitchen" includes a brief culinary history of the Philippines, a glossary of Filipino ingredients used in the recipes and a guide to navigating Asian grocery stores. There is also a resource section for ordering ingredients online or directly from stores, followed by a "basics" chapter and 9 chapters of recipes organised by course, with main courses organised by food type. Anyone interested in Filipino cooking will find this book an invaluable resource.