Nepal, June 1 -- ohini 'Dolly' Rana's third book on culinary art, Memories on a Platter: My Fusion Cookbook, adds to the kitchen shelf another rich gastronomic hardback.

If this was Hollywood, the book could be called Nepal Cook Book - 3, a sequel to Rana's first two that take foodies through Nepali cuisine that is as diverse as its ethnic richness, and an exploration of her Indian ancestry infused with Rana recipes (The Rana Cookbook: Recipes from the Palaces of Nepal). Both books have received mouth-watering reviews in this paper.

Memories on a Platter should not be confused with another book on Nigerian recipes of the same name. It is about combining the flavours, aromas and tastes of Nepali food with those from Rana's own childhood...