Rediscover the power of food with MasterChef favorite Khanh Ong in A Gay Guy’s Guide to Food. This book isn’t just about sustenance; it’s about connection, memories, and the sheer joy of cooking and eating. Khanh helps you rediscover how food can make you feel, how it brings friends and family together and how it helps reconnect.
Khanh shares a delicious mix of recipes, from cherished family heirlooms to modern dishes perfect for any occasion. Expect Vietnamese classics alongside innovative creations, all infused with Khanh’s unique personality and zest for life.
Family & Heritage: Vietnamese Flavors Reimagined
Dive into Khanh’s family history with recipes passed down through generations. Imagine creating your own prawn and pork spring rolls, filled with fresh herbs and dipped in a tangy sauce. Or perhaps you’d prefer the rich flavors of tamarind crab, a dish that embodies the heart of Vietnamese cuisine.
Cooking with Friends: Brunches, Feasts & Movie Nights
Food is best shared! Khanh provides the inspiration and recipes for lazy brunches with close friends, epic feasts that will impress any crowd, and movie night snacks that are anything but ordinary. These recipes are designed to be made with (and for!) your mates, emphasizing the communal joy of cooking.
Healing Heartbreak: Comfort Food for One
Heartbreak happens. Khanh understands, and he’s got you covered with comforting recipes perfect for solo nights. Think classic spaghetti for one, or maybe the rich indulgence of a Snickers tart. These dishes are about self-care and nourishing your soul.
Impressing a Date: Creative & Delicious Recipes
Looking to impress a new date? Khanh’s got some tricks up his sleeve. From Vegemite dumplings (a bold and unexpected choice) and sriracha and coconut cauliflower (a flavor explosion) to a crowd-pleasing sticky date pudding, these recipes show off your culinary creativity and confidence.
Keeping it Simple: Post-Gym Eggs & Protein Power
Sometimes, you just want something quick and easy. Khanh offers a selection of simple recipes, perfect for busy days or when you’re just not feeling like spending hours in the kitchen. Post-gym eggs provide a protein boost, 3pm protein balls offer a healthy snack, and the easiest fried chicken ever satisfies those cravings.
With more than 70 recipes and anecdotes about life, love, family, and dating, A Gay Guy’s Guide to Food is a vibrant celebration of food and culture.
About Khanh Ong
Khanh Ong is known for his passion for Asian flavors and his infectious personality. A MasterChef favorite, Khanh’s story is as captivating as his cooking. Born in an Indonesian refugee camp to Vietnamese parents and raised in Melbourne, family and heritage deeply influence his culinary style. He’s also an accomplished DJ with a background in fashion design.
