Orchard’s Cookbook

Fond memories of a kampong childhood and helping out in the traditional kitchen translates into yet another award-winning cookbook published by Siti Kaprawi. Inspired by her mother’s usage of local flowers as a common cooking ingredient, Flowers and Fruits in Cooking was impressively awarded the World Gourmand Cookbook Awards 2020 as the number one cookbook published in Asia.

A compilation of 80 recipes from chefs and home cooks in Brunei and abroad, the dishes feature homegrown ingredients which are familiar and close to the heart for local foodies with a penchant for experimenting. Dishes such as Watermelon Curry, Jackfruit Biryani and Kembayau Chocolate Tarts celebrate innovation in the kitchen, while learning cooks can also enjoy making classic recipes such as Asam Fish with Pineapple and Spiced Carrot Cake. A celebration of flavours, colours and textures, Flowers and Fruits in Cooking is a joyful ode to the vibrant gifts of Bornean nature in the world of Asian culinary.

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Flowers & Fruits in Cooking was edited by Siti Kaprawi and Dr Shahrim Karim. Published by Astera Consultant, this award-winning cookbook can be found at Nolly Book and Best Eastern bookstores across Brunei. The book is also available for purchase online at www.amazon.com.