Vegetarian Indian Cooking: Indian Food & Drink, Prashad by Kaushy Patel Hardcover is a beautifully written, hardcover cookbook for home cooks, food lovers, and fans of authentic vegetarian Indian cuisine. Ideal for anyone who wants to bring the vibrant, home-style flavors of northern India into their kitchen, this book captures the story and recipes of Prashad — the small Bradford restaurant that charmed viewers on Ramsay’s Best Restaurant. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Hardcover. ISBN: 9781444734713. This cookbook is part recipe collection, part family memoir. Kaushy Patel learned to cook on her grandmother’s farm in northern India and perfected a repertoire of dishes after moving to northern England in the 1960s. Her passion for fresh spices, seasonal vegetables, and soulful vegetarian cooking shines through every page. The book follows the remarkable journey of the Patels — from converting a launderette into a deli and later opening Prashad — to becoming surprise stars on national television. Readers get a sense of heritage, warmth, and practical kitchen wisdom alongside tested recipes. Inside this hardcover cookbook. Authentic vegetarian recipes: Tried-and-true dishes that reflect Kaushy’s upbringing and decades of cooking at Prashad — perfect for both weeknight meals and special occasions.. Family stories and kitchen tips: Personal anecdotes that bring the recipes to life and helpful advice on spices, techniques, and ingredient swaps.. Accessible format: Hardcover durability makes this an attractive addition to any cookbook shelf — great as a gift set or a lasting kitchen reference.. Why this book stands out. Unlike many vegetarian cookbooks, Vegetarian Indian Cooking pairs cultural context with practical instructions. Kaushy’s recipes are rooted in a living tradition, refined through running a busy restaurant where consistency and crowd-pleasing flavor matter. This makes the book especially useful for cooks seeking reliable, delicious outcomes — from fragrant dals and vegetable curries to chutneys, breads, and comforting mains.. Perfect for beginners and experienced cooks — clear instructions and helpful tips make complex flavors approachable.. Great for gifting — a tasteful hardcover edition that works as a housewarming, holiday, or foodie gift set.. Trusted by home cooks — practical, family-tested recipes inspired by a real restaurant kitchen.. Ideal for vegetarian households and those exploring meat-free cooking — emphasizes vegetables, pulses, and spices for satisfying meals.. Whether you’re compiling a boxed set of favorite cookbooks, updating your pantry repertoire, or searching for a thoughtful gift, this hardcover edition of Vegetarian Indian Cooking: Indian Food & Drink, Prashad by Kaushy Patel delivers heart, history, and delicious results. It’s a timeless keepsake for kitchens, classrooms exploring food culture, or anyone who loves rich, vegetarian Indian flavors inspired by an award-attracting TV moment and a family’s devotion to great food.