{"title":"Melissa Leong","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by \u003cem\u003eMelissa Leong\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author whose riveting storytelling and culinary insights captivate readers and food enthusiasts alike. Known for her dynamic presence in the world of food and television, Leong brings her unique perspective to the genres of Biography \u0026amp; Memoir and Cooking \u0026amp; Food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the collection, you'll discover \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Guts\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compelling memoir that offers an introspective journey into Melissa's personal and professional life. With a blend of raw honesty and humour, she shares her experiences in the culinary industry and beyond, exploring themes of resilience and passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplementing her memoir, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Mr Hong\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e delves into the world of food with creative flair, showcasing Melissa's deep appreciation for culinary arts. This book not only tantalises the senses but also provides practical insights that inspire both budding chefs and seasoned gourmets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're interested in exploring personal narratives or enhancing your culinary repertoire, Melissa Leong's collection is a treasure trove of stories and recipes waiting to be discovered. Enjoy browsing through her works, where every page promises to enlighten and delight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"guts-by-melissa-leong-9781922616760","title":"Guts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGold Logie-nominated TV personality and food icon Melissa Leong bites down on her demons in this searing memoir, exploring themes of abuse in the hospitality industry, racism, mental health and, for a light palate cleanser, the thrill of mouth-wateringly memorable food. Most of all, she inspires the courage to create a life you really, really want.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Melissa Leong (aka fooderati) - the first female judge of \u003ci\u003eMasterChef Australia\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDessert Masters\u003c\/i\u003e, fashion obsessive and self-confessed contrarian - comes an evocative, sharp, darkly funny and often brutal account of what it's like to try, fail and scrape together the confidence to try again. She invites you to consider your own limiting self-beliefs ... and give them the finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese stories take place inside kitchens and television studios, on farms and even in an abattoir. Leong shares how her dream of being a concert pianist crumbled due to chronic pain, her struggles with racism and identity as a first-generation Singaporean Chinese woman, how blowing up her life to reset her path was maybe (definitely!) worth it, and why going your own way absolutely is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGarnished with Leong's favourite recipes, \u003ci\u003eGuts\u003c\/i\u003e is above all a glorious love letter to food, to choosing the unpredictable path and to believing in yourself even - and especially - when the odds are stacked against you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNo guts, no glory. 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Start with wok-fried mushrooms with warrigal greens, honey-lemon chicken wings, black pepper crab, Vietnamese curry, sweet and sour lamb ribs and finish with silken-textured mango pudding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998532194540,"sku":"9781922351593","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11927053482872.jpg?v=1763218808"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/melissa-leong.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}