Rani Kingman has gathered together her favorite recipes from Madras in the tropical south of India, where she grew up. They reflect the distinctive ingredients of this part of India a land of coconut and tamarind, turmeric and chili, washed by seas with a wealth of fish and other seafood. The author shares with us recipes which have been handed down from generation to generation delicious food, as prepared and eaten at home. Over 100 recipes are presented in this book, and throughout, the author combines a little of the history and culture of the region with the food. All enthusiasts of Indian cookery will enjoy the variety of vegetable, fish, savory and sweet dishes illustrated here in mouth watering color photographs."