Known for its array of cool and spicy pickles, the richly aromatic barbecues, and boldly flavored red-hot spicy stews, Korean cuisine has accrued many new followers today. Ms. Choi, owner of the famous Woo Lae Oak restaurants in cities around the U.S. and Korea, has selected over 79 recipes in this fabulous collection. In addition, to the most popular Korean dishes, such as ?Korean Barbecue?, ?Kimchi Stew?, and ?Spicy Cucumber Salad?, a wide range of less familiar but authentic Korean dishes can be found here. Among these are ?Dungeness Crab Crepes?, ?Spicy Octopus?, to ?Ginseng Chicken Soup?, ?Five Grain Rice? to traditional desserts and teas, such as ?Persimmon Punch?, and ?Ginseng Tea?. With special sections on frequently used ingredients, seasonings, condiments and special sauces, this is a wonderful addition to Wei-Chuan's ?International Cuisine Series?, and a sure thing to become another ?must-have? for those who are still discovering the wonders of Asian cuisine.