{"product_id":"in-the-kusina-by-woldy-reyes-9781797227849","title":"In the Kusina","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA brightly flavourful, artfully presented celebration of chef and tastemaker Woldy Reyes’ heritage, featuring more than 100 recipes for classic Filipino dishes updated to be lighter, fresher, and vegetable-forward.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing up in Southern California as a first-generation Filipino American, Woldy Reyes felt like an outsider, always straddling two worlds. At home, his family ate adobo with rice, gathered in the kitchen to roll lumpia, and roasted a whole goat in the backyard to make kalderetang kambing (celebratory goat stew). At school, all he wanted was Lunchables and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. It wasn’t until he discovered the power of food as a means of connection—to strangers and friends, to his heritage, and even to himself—that he began cooking in earnest and sharing his story through the dishes he made. His signature style, now beloved by his catering clients in New York City and beyond, highlights classic Filipino food but with a focus on local, seasonal produce and artful presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn the Kusina\u003c\/em\u003e is Woldy’s story told through a collection of vibrant, vegetable-forward recipes and his distinct lens as a queer Filipino American. These aren’t your lola’s traditional dishes; here, Filipino tastes and techniques are reimagined for a new generation of home cooks, resulting in a trove of elegant and boldly flavourful recipes organised by season, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGarlic Furikake Rice with Fried Egg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePurple Daikon, Coconut Labneh, and Peanut Salsa Toast\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOyster Mushroom Skewers with Mushroom BBQ Sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoasted Brussels Sprouts with Miso Tahini and Pomegranate Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecadent hot and cold drinks, luscious desserts, and much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing inspired combinations of texture, technique, and flavour, these recipes are uncomplicated yet taste complex. A section covering foundational sauces and pantry items—such as Coconut Hot Sauce, Peanut Salsa, and Seedy Chili Oil—rounds out the offering and makes it easy to begin experimenting with Filipino flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrimming with gorgeously stylish photos of food that’s as lovely to look at as it is to eat, this is more than just a carefully curated selection of recipes. \u003cem\u003eIn the Kusina\u003c\/em\u003e is a joyful story told in Woldy’s charming voice, a love letter to Filipino food, and, most of all, a cooking reference filled with delicious recipes that you’ll turn to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUNIQUE TAKE ON FILIPINO CUISINE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woldy's approach to Filipino food is light, fresh, and uniquely his own. His focus on in-season ingredients and beautiful presentation transforms classic Filipino dishes into contemporary renditions that will appeal to first-generation and modern home cooks looking for novel recipes with Asian influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEASONAL COOKBOOK:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIn the Kusina\u003c\/em\u003e highlights the benefits of eating with the seasons, shopping at your local farmers market, and enjoying produce in its prime, which is better for you as well as the planet. Organised by season, these colourful, healthy recipes show you how to make plant-based and vegetarian dishes that taste divine, sing with flavour, and leave you feeling nourished and energised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOOKING GIFT:\u003c\/strong\u003e With a distinctive exposed binding, gorgeous cover, and interiors brimming with artful images, this luxe book looks as beautiful as the recipes taste. Perfect for gift-giving or displaying on a cookbook shelf, kitchen island, or coffee table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFans of Asian cuisine, including the food of the Philippines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCurious home cooks who love trying new recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFilipino Americans eager to enjoy dishes they grew up with in a more veggie-forward way\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEco-conscious eaters looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBirthday, wedding, or housewarming present for food lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bookreps NZ Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900401402092,"sku":"9781797227849","price":79.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781797227849-in-the-kusina.jpg?v=1783405749","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/in-the-kusina-by-woldy-reyes-9781797227849","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}