Born above his grandfathers modest restaurant in Mumbai, Hassan Haji first experiences life through intoxicating whiffs of spicy fish carry, trips to the local markets, and gourmet outings with his mother. But when tragedy pushes the family out of India, they consoled themselves by eating their way around the world, eventually settling in Lumoiere, a small village in the French Alps. The boisterous Haji family takes Lumiere by storm. They open an inexpensive Indian restaurant opposite an esteemed French relais - that of the famous chef Madame Mallory - and infuse the sleepy town with the spices of India, transforming the lives of its eccentric villagers and infuriating their celebrated neighbour. Only after Madame Mallory wages culinary war with the immigrant family does she agree to mentor young Hassan, leading him to Paris, the launch of his own restaurant, and a slew of new adventures.

Published: 2010

No. pages: 328

ISBN: 9781742373744

Condition: VERY GOOD - softcover - 325g