Taken from Rohini Singh’s early experiences in the kitchen, this book is for all those venturing into the culinary arena for the fi rst time: brides, bachelors and others new to Indian cuisine. The book is detailed, precise and caring about the novice who may be shy to ask how to get started. Right from tips on how to equip your kitchen, to step by step instructions about basic processes: kneading dough, making chapattis, cutting and chopping vegetables, to menu planning for Simple Everyday Cooking, she guides you through your first baby steps. As you grow and the book turns to Holiday Cooking, she introduces recipes for specialties from across the globe: a Thai curry,moussaka, salads and soups. More quick, one-dish meals follow in the section For Those Who Hate Cooking. Newly added in this edition, Offi ce Lunches and Tea Time Snacks complete the repertoire. There are plenty of soups and the ‘happily ever after’ end to meals, just desserts! Essential armour for all those setting up home, and seeking to place tasty food ‘like mother makes’ on the table, this book is sure to be stained and splotched with happy memories! The best gift you can give yourself or a friend in the same situation!