Rice and Shine: Recipes and Delicacies for Every Occasion

Discover the world of rice through its diverse flavors and endless possibilities.

Rice is not merely a side dish but often the main feature, offering diverse culinary experiences depending on the type used. It can be sticky, creamy, airy, crunchy, nutty, perfumed, or gooey, and it uniquely absorbs the flavors of spices and broths during cooking. For many people worldwide, rice is a staple, consumed at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Various rice types are integral to nearly all global cuisines — basmati, jasmine, brown rice, sticky rice, round grain shari, black rice, arborio, red rice, carnaroli, japonica, and bomba.

About the Author:

Tove Nilsson Jakobson has authored internationally acclaimed books such as Ramen, Thai, or Egg. Besides being a cookbook author, she is a food stylist, has been a TV chef on Swedish television for 15 years, participates in radio, and co-hosts the popular food and farming podcast Jordkommissionen with Lotta Lundgren.