Anju & Banju: Korean Tapas Cookbook

‘Anju’ is a Korean term for snacks served with alcohol, and ‘Banju’ describes the combination of eating, drinking and friends. ‘Anju & Banju’ gives you all the information you need to host a soirée, or to keep it lowkey and cook something delicious for yourself. The recipes are organised by the wines that they might pair with (sparkling, white, red and orange), and suggests a specific natural wine to serve with each dish.

Having worked as an educator, chef and TV personality, Chef Woo Jung-Wook aims for approachability so uses ingredients that are widely available, fuses freely with Chinese, Japanese and European cuisines, and at the beginning of each chapter takes a deep dive into a technique or process.

Splendidly illustrated, and strikingly bound, Anju & Banju is an an ideal entrée into Korean cooking, great for a curious home chef looking for new inspiration, and perfect when hosting happy and hungry friends on a Friday night!