This handy field guide introduces over 40 different fruits commonly
found in Asia. Each fruit is clearly presented and described, with a
detailed description of each fruit--including its country of origin and
areas of growth.
Culinary uses are also given, with helpful tips on how to produce the
best flavors when consuming and cooking these fruits. With nine exciting
Asian recipes for readers to try, this book is an absolute must for
lovers of tropical tastes.
Features of Handy Pocket Guide to Tropical Fruits include:
- A handy paperback format and eye-catching cover
- Descriptions and notes on over 40 fruits, including avocado, banana,
breadfruit, coconut, dragon's eye fruit (or longan), durian, guava,
jackfruit, langsat, lychee, lime, mango, papaya, rambutan, salak,
sapodilla, soursop and water apple
- Listing of scientific and family names, as well as common names in
Indonesian, Malay and Thai
- Over 100 beautiful color photographs
- A wealth of expert botanical information