Nini Nguyen, a former Top Chef contestant, channels her Vietnamese and New Orleans culinary heritage in her new cookbook, which pairs simple, creative dishes with cocktails. The book, titled 'Dac Biet,' emphasizes accessibility for home cooks while incorporating a mix of flavors and drinks, from fancy cocktails to casual beers. Nguyen shares insights from her background as a bartender and chef, highlighting how complementary beverages can enhance everyday snacks. With recipes like Spicy Tamarind Margaritas and Crispy Fish-Sauce Caramel Chicken Wings, the book encourages experimentation without overwhelming complexity.
"Between my Vietnamese and New Orleans roots, I can certainly appreciate a beverage. I like to apply my chef mindset to creating cocktails."
"Dac biet simply means something special, distinctive or fancy, and it's a theme that works through both the food and drinks section of her cookbook."
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