Rice Table
Quadrille
As a Korean living in the UK, Su Scott found herself facing a crisis of identity when she became a mother. She turned to the dishes of her Korean childhood, seeking out the flavors and textures that carried memories she now hopes to pass on to her daughter.
In this deeply personal cookbook, Su guides readers through her modern Korean pantry, exploring the ferments, pickles, and sauces that elevate Korean cooking. She shares a comforting range of recipes, from Korean Fried Chicken and Kimchi Fried Rice to Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup. Woven throughout are tender stories about the complexities of being a woman, mother, and immigrant, and how food connects the pieces of our lives, making us feel whole.
At its heart, this book is a love letter from mother to daughter, told through food. It explores identity and immigration, and how the meals we prepare for our children help shape their understanding of heritage. But above all, it’s about wonderful food—the kind we all crave right now.
"Su has written a beautiful account of how food can help rebuild culture from treasured memories, how it conveys love and connection, and how it can ground us when we feel untethered. The recipes are totally tantalising – and thanks to Su’s guidance, entirely achievable even for novices." – Tim Anderson
"A book of belonging. Food as a love letter to family. Writing as delicious as the recipes." – Allan Jenkins, Observer Food Monthly
Details:
- ISBN: 9781787138964
- Length: 240 pages