Mama Hoa's Specialty Vietnamese Cuisine: A memoir and brief collection of favorite Vietnamese recipes

by Gordon Lawry, Lucille May (Illustrator), Sandra LAWRY (Compiler)

Overview

Initially published as a simple family tribute to a dear friend Ms. Hoa Nguyen, this short and simple recipe book is a collection of recipes for her best Vietnamese dishes. However, just as importantly, it provides humorous stories and anecdotes about Hoa that highlight her as our wonderful and devoted friend, a dedicated and loving mother, and a gifted culinary wizard.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798989999910
Publisher:	R. Gordon Lawry
Publication date:	02/18/2024
Pages:	34
Sales rank:	135,320
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.07(d)

About the Author

I am the father of two wonderful girls, that are grown up now. When they were children, I always delighted in seeing their faces light up when reading them classic books like Goodnight Moon, The Giving Tree, or Sleepy Ella. Their sense of joy and wonderment was what inspired me to pursue writing myself. I have always had a whimsical and vivid imagination but during my professional career in the Navy, I didn’t have the time or the opportunity to explore any artistic inclinations. Now, as a new “retired guy” I’m drawn to explore my artistic and literary side. My father was an artist and Air Force pilot. He actually excelled as a sketch artist before he joined the Air Force but after 38 years in uniform never returned to develop his craft further. I enjoy writing in general and writing children’s books for me has been the perfect creative outlet. Now as a Grandfather, storytelling has become a larger part of my life, as I am often entertaining my 5 year old grandson. I aim to spread the joy I see light up in his face with children everywhere soon. This first book is my foray into writing. However, I have several children's books currently in work and am very excited to bring those forward soon.

Editorial Reviews

This is a great book if you are comfortable in the kitchen (even beginners), and enjoy Vietnamese cooking. I have made several of these dishes and they are delightful each time!
I am looking forward to trying them all.
The illustrations and personal touches about the woman (Hoa) who cooked these dishes, are heartwarming and make the book a joy to experience!

Amazon - Chloe Sexton