A cookbook from a Seattle author takes readers into the food and history of the Cham, an ethnic group in Vietnam and Cambodia.

Nurhaliza Mohamath is a writer, storyteller, culture worker..... and the author of "“My Cham Tongue," which promises readers “a taste of an ancient kingdom through family recipes."

Mohamath stopped by Soundside to share why she wanted to publish the book... and why she wanted it to go beyond the food.

Guest: Nurhaliza Mohamath, the author of "My Cham Tongue"

Related links:

My Cham Tongue
In a New Cookbook, Author Nurhaliza Mohamath Serves Up Cham Cuisine and Culture | South Seattle Emerald
'My Cham Tongue' seeks to unite people through Cham cuisine Real Change
Cham Refugee Community: A Photo and Video Portrait of Generational Wealth-Building | South Seattle Emerald

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