Nirmalas Edible Diary

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Nirmala Narine, known as the Indiana Jones of Spices, eats her way from Rio to Buenos Aires as she explores the fascinating and delicious cuisine of South America. Millions of tourists visit South America every year, drawn by the ancient ruins, vibrant cities, breathtaking natural beauty and diverse foods and cultures. Nimala captures the tastes and smells of the continent in recipes and photos from her trip. "Nirmala's Edible Diary" is a passport to the street markets and home kitchens of South America, with over 70 recipes for tantazlizing stews, crunchy empanads, and fruity desserts, and 75 vivid photographs of the foods, people, and landscapes that make South America a stunning travel destination.

Author Bio

Nirmala Narine is the owner of Nirmala's Kitchen, a line of spices, seasonings and exotic salts, which are a favorite of chefs and celebrities around the world. She teaches cooking in the New York Public Schools and works with children in orphanages throughout the world. Nirmala grew up in Guyana, South American and at the age of 10 moved to New York. When she is not traveling the world searching for spices and having adventures, she lives at her farm in the Hudson Valley where she is growing organic produce.