Your Asian Veggie Patch
A guide to growing and cooking delicious Asian vegetables, herbs and fruits
(Author) Connie CaoDiscover the joy of growing and cooking a vibrant array of Asian vegetables, herbs and fruits in this comprehensive, beginner-friendly guide. Connie Cao's curated selection of more than 40 cool-season and warm-season annuals and perennials means you'll find produce perfect for your garden and climate. Then, make the most of your abundant harvest with 50 fresh home-style recipes. Inspired by Connie Cao's Chinese heritage and her permaculture gardening expertise, Your Asian Veggie Patch gives you all the information and inspiration you need to get your garden flourishing and your mouth watering. Recipes include: Edamame and pickled mustard greens Stir-fried Shanghai rice cakes Loofah, egg and capsicum stir-fry Lemongrass and pandan coconut rice Pork and chive dumplings Gardeners sambal Chinese pumpkin cake Winter melon tea Summer berry garden infusion
Connie Cao
Connie Cao is a Vietnamese-Australian writer known for her captivating storytelling and lyrical prose. She is best known for her debut novel, "Nostalgic For The Future," which explores themes of identity, belonging, and cultural heritage. Cao's writing style is marked by its vivid imagery and emotional depth, drawing readers into the rich worlds she creates. Through her work, Cao has made a significant impact on the contemporary literary landscape, offering a fresh perspective on the immigrant experience and the complexities of cultural identity. Her contributions to literature have been widely acclaimed, earning her a loyal following of readers and cementing her reputation as a rising star in the literary world.