Have you ever dreamed of traveling the world through the lens of food? I recently had the incredible opportunity to do just that, thanks to my cookbook club. This month, we embarked on a culinary journey to the vibrant city-state of Singapore.
Our chosen cookbook- Charmaine Solomon’s The Complete Asian Cookbook introduced us to the diverse and flavorful cuisine of Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. From spicy curries to fragrant laksa, we were eager to explore the fusion of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Western influences that make Singaporean food so unique.
The Benefits of a Cookbook Club
- Expanding your culinary horizons: You’ll discover new cuisines and flavours that you may never have tried before.
- Learning new skills: Cooking with a group can help you improve your cooking techniques and confidence.
- Connecting with like-minded people: Sharing your passion for food with others can be incredibly rewarding.
Sver since I moved to Pune, i’ve been looking for events and ways to meet people and create a network. One of them was this cook book club. I have attended one few months back, it was Mexican cuisine and then hit a bit of a health snaffu and couldn’t attend others till September. Finally made it to this month’s #IncrEdibles meet. We had picked the Singapore chapter from Charmaine Solomon’s The Complete Asian Cookbook. The food was yummilicious, the apartment where it was hosted was beautiful and there were some fun conversations through the meet.
The Cooking Adventures
Each member of our club took turns selecting a recipe from the book. Some of our culinary adventures included: Here’s the menu.
Mains:
Rojak salad [cucumbers, apple, pineapple, radish with a tangy dressing] & Satay Flavoured Roast Chicken by Lavanya, who was also the host [+ plain steamed rice]
Prawn Sambal Husein
Spicy Okra with Prawns by Amrita
Bihun Goreng [noodles] by Sheena
Desserts:
Toffee Apples by moi
Sago Pudding with coconut milk & coconut nectar syrup by Sheena & Arjun
I am a foodie who loves experimenting and trying new flavours.. Looking fwd to the next editon already~
If you’re looking for a fun and engaging way to explore different cuisines, I highly recommend starting a cookbook club. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and create lasting memories.
Have you ever been part of a cookbook club? What was your favourite dish to make? Share your experiences in the comments below!
