A Caribbean celebration of family and food - with a spicy twist!
Sophia Payne discovered her passion for writing while she should
have been studying I.T. After a long-standing career in technical
support, she finally decided to make the change and study for a
degree in creative writing. She now writes picture books and tries
to keep away from broken computers. Her writing often reflects her
Indo-Caribbean heritage, as well as her motto in life: always be
kind.
Sandhya Prabhat is an independent animator and illustrator based in
the Bay Area, California and is from Chennai, India. She holds an
MFA Degree in Animation and Digital Arts from NYU Tisch School of
the Arts Asia, and a bachelor's degree in literature from Stella
Maris College.
This colourful picture-book celebration of Guyanese cooking -
including hot wiri wiri peppers - features a little boy desperate
to learn to cook, and the joy of sharing food with family.
*Guardian*
As he watches his grandma prepare her traditional Guyanese cook-up
rice with garlic, coconut, and wiri wiri peppers, Faruq dreams of
being a chef. With vibrant and exciting illustrations and rich
descriptive language, this picture book for younger children is
bound to spark an interest in cooking and a love for family
mealtimes. A lovely book to read and share.
*School Reading List*
This colourful picture-book celebration of Guyanese cooking -
including hot wiriwiri peppers - features a little boy desperate to
learn to cook, and the joy of sharing food with family.
*The Guardian*
A Caribbean celebration of family and food - with a spicy twist!
There is not a better smell in the world than Ajee's Cook-up rice.
The kitchen fills with the smell of coconut, garlic and spices.
Preparing food for his family fills Faruq's heart with love - and
sets a different course for his future. This sumptuous story
celebrates Caribbean culture and food through Sophia Payne's
distinct voice that is reflective of her Indo-Guyanese heritage and
is brought to life by Sandhya Prabhat's beautiful artwork. It also
includes a recipe for Guyanese Lime cookies for you to try at
home!
*Books for Topics*
A beautiful depiction of Guyanese culture, and the joy that comes
with knowing and celebrating your heritage, especially through
food.
*Inclusive Books for Children*
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