Curry has grown to become one of the world's best-loved dishes, whether enjoyed at a restaurant or prepared at home. Delicious and aromatic, they can spice up any meal or occasion. This comprehensive and informative cookery guide begins by examining the history of curries in India and around the world. There is an extensive introduction to the ingredients and equipment you might need as well as an explanatory techniques section that will demystify curry preparation. Advice on accompaniments, finishing touches, desserts and drinks follows and extra information on the spices, herbs, grains and pulses that can be added to enhance your dishes. The 150 fragrant dishes that follow are authentic curry recipes from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Malaysia and Indonesia. Each of the recipes is clearly presented with step-by-step instructions and pictures to show the dish at each stage of preparation. Whether or not cooking curries is new to you, this book will inspire and delight with recipes that are bursting with spicy flavours, both subtle and complex.