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by Monique Fiso (Author), Katie Monteith (Author)
Embark on a culinary adventure with Moana of Motunui with Pacific recipes inspired by Moana and Moana 2!
After a long day of sailing to see how far you'll go or keeping the demigod Maui out of trouble with Te Fiti, catch a break with the delicious dishes in Moana: The Official Cookbook! Featuring more than 50 recipes spanning the expansive and flavorful range of Pacific cuisine, this book is perfect for fans of Moana, big or small, looking to eat like the young chieftess and her friends. Author Monique Fiso, internationally renowned for her cultural stewardship of Māori and Pasifika food, educates curious cooks on Pacific dishes while celebrating the people and region from where they originate. From easy-to-make, Maui-approved Boat Snack! to Lamb Sapasui and 'Otai, these family-friendly recipes speak to iconic moments from Moana and Moana 2 and are accessible for chefs of all skill levels and ages. Bring the magic of Motunui home to your table with recipes that are sure to delight any Moana superfan and foodie alike!Author Biography
Monique Fiso is an award winning chef and writer. She is known for her contribution to the revitalisation of Māori and Pasifika cuisine, and for breaking down barriers in the culinary world. Monique's first book, Hiakai, is considered one of the most important cookbooks written in Aotearoa / New Zealand. She is currently working on her second book with her partner, Katie Monteith, which focuses on wild botanical kai / food. A formidable team, Monique and Katie regularly contribute to print and digital publications, and have gained an international reputation for their storytelling through food. Monique's career has taken her all across the world. She has spent time cooking and living in the US, Mexico, Australia and Aotearoa. She is currently an ambassador for YETI and has worked closely with National Geographic, Veuve Clicquot, Penguin Random House and Phaidon. With over two decades of experience, Monique continues to elevate her craft. She is fiercely passionate about cooking with fire, foraging, food sovereignty and the preservation of indigenous knowledge.
Katie Monteith is the co-owner of Hiakai, a culinary creative based in Aotearoa New Zealand that specializes in storytelling through kai (food). She is passionate about the natural environment and applies the principles of permaculture to her life. She dreams of growing an abundant ngahere kai (food forest) capable of feeding her family and the wider community.
