READING LIST

Take a peek into the world of temple food with Wookwan’s Korean Temple Food, which shares 41 nourishing vegetarian recipes, and the principles of cooking temple food. Written by Wookwan herself, a Buddhist nun and chef, the book is brimming with kitchen techniques to create natural extracts as well as her philosophy on life. Published by ICP Inc. Available from amazon.com. $27.06

Join chefs Chad and Derek Sarno on their wholesome food journey with The Wicked Healthy Cookbook. Peppered with stunning food images, explore the myriad recipes (125) in this book, from everyday eats, fancy dinner parties to even vegetarian cocktails. This is one cookbook for the modern vegetarian. Published by Little Brown Book Group. Available from bookdepository.com. $$35.29

Get the lowdown on the kitchen essential in Sharp: The Definitive Guide to Knives, Knife Care, and Cutting Techniques with Recipes from Great Chefs, where you’ll learn how to choose the best blade for yourself. This book includes 15 challenging recipes – from award-winning chefs like Stuart Brioza of State Bird Provisions and Melissa Perello of Frances – which will put your knife skills to the test. Published by Chronicle Books Llc. Available from kinokuniya.com. $47.95