From Vanilla Bean to Bottle - Emmanuel LaRoche talks about his new book

From Vanilla Bean to Bottle - Emmanuel LaRoche talks about his new book

May 4, 2026 · 14 min

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Tonia discusses culinary experiences and flavors of Madagascar with Emmanuel LaRoche, author of a new book.

We would love to hear from you. Click here and tell us what you thought of this episode. I had a wonderful discussion with Emmanuel. When most people think of Madagascar, images of lemurs, lush jungles, or even animated films may come to mind. But in A Taste of Madagascar: Culinary Riches of the Red Island (Post Hill Press), Emmanuel Laroche invites readers on a far richer journey—one that moves beyond the expected and into the heart of a country where flavor tells the story of land, people, ...

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