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The Tsunami Restaurant Cookbook: A Wave Of Flavors Inspired By The Pacific Rim is a collection of nearly 150 recipes based on or inspired by the Pacific Rim cuisine. Chef Ben Smith shares his culinary creations in a simple, easy-to-understand style; each recipe features step-by- step instructions and a full color photograph of the dish. From Tuna Sashimi to Spicy Shrimp Salad to Miso-Marinated Pork Tenderloin, Mango Curd Tart and more, The Tsunami Restaurant Cookbook offers a veritable feast of island flavor.

This cookbook is truly a gift. While I have the restaurant right here in my hometown, I am always excited to reach out for this book and start flipping through...The recipes are straightforward and they yield restaurant-quality (not aesthetically, of course) meals. While some ingredients are more unique and not found in more mainstream grocery stores, you will do well to search them out; there are few cookbooks that provide recipes for more rewarding meals. Many of the recipes have become staple meals in my house, and each time they are a joy to consume. If you enjoy fish, you will love this cookbook. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is reading this now. There are great desserts, meat, and shellfish recipes as well. The appetizers, main courses, salads, and soups are all great. A+ to Ben and his staff.

And if you get a chance to come to Memphis, don't hesitate for one second to come here. Located in a really neat area of Memphis, Tsunami is by and far my favorite restaurant in the city. I guess you know where I stand! I have not been disappointed once since I began my regular visits to Tsunami. I'm a devoted fan and a regular and I am definitely not the only one.

This cookbook comes from my favorite restaurant in Memphis and this is my favorite cookbook in the kitchen. The recipes are creative and delicious, while being appropriate for cooking at home. I have fixed a number of things out of this book and love them all - they all turn out beautifully! These are recipes that are served in the restaurant, so it is a lot of fun to reproduce some of my favorite dishes at home and have them turn out so beautifully. Additionally the book is full of beautiful photographs and plenty of notes, stories, and tales from Ben. If you like creative foods with an Asian flair, this is a must! Some of my recent favorites to cook have been the Sea Bass with Soy Beurre Blanc (on the cover), Steaks with Chile Butter, Fish Tostadas, Chipotle Shrimp, the ice creams and sorbets, and the Banana lumpia. YUMMY!