Food & Drink Books

Book SynopsisStep up your barbeque game. Pitmaster is the definitive guide to becoming a barbecue aficionado and top-shelf cook from renowned chefs Andy Husbands and Chris Hart. Barbecue is more than a great way to cook a tasty dinner. For a true pitmaster, barbecue is a way of life. Whether you're new to the grill or a seasoned vet, Pitmaster is here to show you what it takes to truly put your barbeque game on point. Recipes begin with basics, like cooking Memphis-style ribs, and expand to smoking whole hogs North Carolina style. There is no single path to becoming a pitmaster. Barbecue lovers are equally inspired by restaurants with a commitment to regional traditions, competition barbecue champions, families with a multi-generational tradition of roasting whole hogs, and even amateur backyard fanatics. This definitive collection of barbecue expertise will leave you in no doubt why expert chefs and backyard cooks alike eat, live, and breathe barbecue. Pitmaster features: Specific tips and techniques for proper smoker operation—the cornerstone of all successful barbecue recipes—using Weber, Offset, Kamado, and other classic smoker styles A backyard cooking chapter offering the basics of becoming a successful barbecue cook Spotlights on specific regional barbecue styles, such as Texas, Kansas City, and the Carolinas, which set the stage for more advanced barbecue techniques and recipes, such as Butterfly Pork Butt Burnt Ends and Central Texas Beef Ribs An exploration of new styles of barbecue developing in the North Chris and Andy’s secret competition barbecue recipes that have won them hundreds of awards Regional side dishes, cocktails, and simple desserts A guest pitmaster in each chapter who is an expert in their given region or style of barbecue cooking. Guest pitmasters include: Steve Raichlen (author and host of Project Smoke on PBS), Jake Jacobs, Sam Jones (Skylight Inn and Sam Jones Barbecue), Elizabeth Karmel (Carolina Cue To Go), Tuffy Stone (Q Barbecue), Rod Gray (eat bbq), John Lewis (Lewis Barbecue), Jamie Geer (owner of Jambo Pits) and Billy Durney (Hometown Bar-B-Que) Trade ReviewThis definitive collection of barbecue expertise will leave you in no doubt why expert chefs and backyard cooks alike eat, live, and breathe barbecue sharing essays by the masters such as Steven Raichlen, Elizabeth Karmel and more. * Eat Your Books *

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Book SynopsisWhen it was first published, Japanese Cooking: A Simple Art changed the way the culinary world viewed Japanese cooking, moving it from obscure ethnic food to haute cuisine. Twenty-five years later, much has changed. Japanese food is a favorite of diners around the world. Not only is sushi as much a part of the Western culinary scene as burgers, bagels, and burritos, but some Japanese chefs have become household names. Japanese flavors, ingredients, and textures have been fused into dishes from a wide variety of other cuisines. What hasn't changed over theTrade Review". . .quite the most illuminating text around on Japanese food. . ."—Nigella Lawson". . .this is much more than a cookbook. It is a philosophical treatise about the simple art of Japanese cooking. Appreciate the lessons of this book, and you will understand that while sushi and sashimi were becoming part of American culture, we were absorbing much larger lessons from the Japanese. We were learning to think about food in an entirely new way." —from the new Foreword by Ruth Reichl"If Kurosawa had ignited my love for the country, Mr. Tsuji deepened and defined it." —Jonathan Hayes in The New York Times"A complete guide to Japanese cooking, this collection is a must-have for anyone interested in Japanese food or culture." —Publishers Weekly"My go-to for reference and classic recipes." —Debra Samuels, The Boston Globe"A core addition to any and all personal, professional, or community library multicultural cookbook collections." —Midwest Book Review"Still the foremost source book of cooking concepts and recipes from Japan." —GlobalGourmet.com

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Book SynopsisThe IACP 2020 winner in the Beer, Wine, & Spirits category, Shannon Mustipher's book on exotic cocktails offers a refreshingly modern take on tiki. With original recipes, techniques, tasting notes and recommendations, and tips on style and music, Tiki is an inspirational resource for cocktail lovers ready to explore fine Caribbean rums.Tiki is the endless summer, an instant vacation, a sweet and colorful ticket to paradise with no baggage fees. Romanticized since midcentury but too long overlooked as the province of suburban lodges and family resorts, the tiki cocktail is stepping into its moment with sophisticated spirits lovers, skilled mixologists, and intrepid foodies. In Tiki, Brooklyn-based rum expert Shannon Mustipher brings focus on refreshing flavors, fine spirits, and high-impact easy-to-execute presentation.Dozens of easy-to-follow recipes present new versions of classic tiki drinks along with original cocktails using quality rums, infused anTrade Review"TIKI: Modern Tropical Cocktails is a beautiful, important book: Beautiful because Mustipher's clear-eyed approach to this transporting style of drinks and Noah Fecks's lush accompanying images both burst forth from the page. Important because Mustipher is an assured, nimble guide changing the world. She shows with grace and confidence that a black woman can—and should—be front and center in the cocktail kingdom. Seeing photographs of Mustipher making and serving her own drinks is more refreshing and revolutionary than the invention of the Mai Tai." —Scott Hocker, editor-in-chief of Liquor.com "There is no one I trust more than Shannon Mustipher when it comes to all things rum. Chill your shaker and line up your jiggers: TIKI is here!" —Julia Turshen, author of Now & Again and founder of Equity at the Table "A true pleasure to read about the nuances of the ingredients, method, and lore. Shannon honors the history of Tiki cocktails and her recommendations of specific rums and spirits for each will help every home mixologist create great cocktails." —Eve Bergeron, Trader Vic's "TIKI brings tropical cocktails straight into the twenty-first century, where the techniques and ingredients of the modern bar create a new approach to an iconic style. Home bartenders will find a wide assortment of fabulous new libations to try alongside twists on the classics that will be appreciated by newbies as well as seasoned pros. The drinks are beautifully photographed, which should entice you to up both your garnich and ceramic mug game. I've been a Tiki enthusiast since the early seventies, and I'm delighted by Shannon's cocktail imagination and expertise." —Brother Cleve, musician, producer, DJ, and bartender "If TIKI doesn't make you thirsty, I don't know what will. There's so much in here: a love letter to a glorious and widely misunderstood cocktail tradition, deep insights into the mechanics of making a drink sing, and as a subtle thread, a primer on how to develop a palate. Of course this book is brimming with bold and exciting recipes and ideas—I'd say it's an essential volume for cocktail mavens and novices alike." —Lukas Volger, author and editorial director of Jarry"Tiki: Modern Tropical Cocktails by Shannon Mustipher is guaranteed to whip your Tiki game into tip-top shape. Shannon is a Brooklyn-based rum expert and here she delivers 90 recipes for tantalizing cocktails." —EAT YOUR BOOKS"Shannon Mustipher's exotic cocktails offer a refreshingly modern take on tiki. With original recipes, techniques, tasting notes and recommendations, and tips on style and music, Tiki is an inspirational resource for cocktail lovers ready to explore fine Caribbean rums." —ALCADEMICS"Brooklyn-based rum expert and mixologist Shannon Mustipher made history when she debuted her book TIKI: Modern Tropical Cocktails ($30,Rizzoli) in March." —HOUR DETROIT "Tipsy with more than 90 recipes for Tiki-inspired cocktails, this refreshingly original take on the mid-century classic will keep you in high spirits--from rum and vodka to gin and whisey-all season long. Cheers!" —JOHN WAYNE JOURNAL "Tiki displays Mustipher's encyclopedic knowledge of rum, as well as deep and abiding love of tiki drinks; it's a great choice for rum geeks--anyone with the desire, time, and disposable income to explore the wide world of rum and cane spirits." —SANTA FE NEW MEXICAN

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Book SynopsisA student cookbook with a difference, The Hungry Healthy Student offers a choice of more than 200 quick, cheap and easy recipes, meaning more money in your pocket and more time to play! All the recipes have a healthy focus which means increased brain power and more energy to enjoy student life to the full. There are also indispensable tips on healthy habits, mood boosters, free ways to get fit and takeaway alternatives.With chapters dedicated to Breakfast and Lunchbox; Healthy and Hearty; Good Grains, Beans and Pulses; Super Salads, Snacks and Sides; Make it Light and Sweet Alternatives, there are recipes whether you want food on the go, for impromptu parties, or just comfort food and delicious treats for a night in.All the recipes in this book are balanced for a healthy diet, and they each have an affordability stamp to help with budgeting, as well as detailed instructions to make them accessible to even the most novice cook.Forget the textbooks, this is the only book you'll ever need to get through your first year!

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Book SynopsisWhether you're a qualified quaffer or an aspiring aficionado, raise a glass to the wonders of wine with this vintage blend of culture, history and trivia Pinot, Chardonnay, Merlot, Riesling... There are so many delicious varieties of wine to delight both the nose and palate - and no other beverage has ever created such excitement and emotion over its vast history. It's also a subject whose complexities can be baffling and mysterious to the uninitiated. Luckily, this small but full-bodied pocket guide is here to unveil all the secrets of this most marvellous drink. Packed with a wealth of information on the world of wine, this miscellany is the perfect gift for any wine fan, from the seasoned expert to the casual drinker. Whether you favour red or white, dry or sweet, sparkling or still, indulge your inner sommelier and celebrate the gift of the grape with The Little Book of Wine.

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Book Synopsis'There's no better hand to hold than Emelia's to lead you to baking bliss' Alice ZaslavskyMake baking your happy place. It's not so much a science; it's practice plus play, which becomes instinct and then art. And even the failures are delicious.Welcome to First, Cream the Butter and Sugar - the ultimate guide for everyone who loves cake. Whether you're here for the only choc chip cookie recipe you'll ever need, or you're setting your sights on conquering an opera cake, a raspberry passionfruit tart or becoming a choux-master, Emelia Jackson has done the homework on behalf of us all.For those who love a good homemade cake but don't love sifting flour and icing sugar (is it really necessary?) and enjoy a shortcut (do I need to wait hours for my eggs to reach room temp?), Emelia breaks down the steps that truly matter and dispenses with those that don't. Packed with advice for every level of home baker, this is the modern baking reassurance you need, whether it's the night before the birthday party or just a Sunday afternoon for baking something sweet to get you through the week.Trade Review'There's no better hand to hold than Emelia's to lead you to baking bliss' Alice ZaslavskyTable of ContentsI've Been a Baker Ever Since I Can RememberMy Baking RulesMy Baking StaplesTools of the Trade1: For the Love of Cookies2: Cakes, Glorious Cakes- Everyday Cakes- Celebration Cakes3: Everyone Loves a Tart4: Choux, My Greatest Pastry Love5: Yeasty BakesBasicsAcknowledgementsIndex

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Book Synopsis‘Gennaro is an incredible baker – bread has always been central to everything he does. This is a great book – incredible food and full of Gennaro-style passion’ – Jamie Oliver Making bread has always been a natural passion for Gennaro Contaldo. Ingrained since childhood with memories of his mother’s weekly bread-making and visits to his uncle’s village bakery, it is a skill which has followed him throughout his career as a chef. In this book, Gennaro takes you onto a journey into the magical world of Italian bread and baking, giving you his secret tips on making the perfect dough to create wonderful Italian breads for all occasions. And not only bread – have you ever walked into an Italian panetteria (bakery) and marvelled at the amazing variety of freshly baked goods? Not only filone, filoncini, ciabatta, campagnia, panini, but also amazing focaccia, pizzette, biscuits and cakes. Included will be Gennaro’s fabled focaccia made in different regional varieties as well as mouth watering torte salate (Italian savoury pies) using seasonal ingredients such as spinach & artichoke oozing with fontina cheese for spring or escarole, black olives & anchovy for winter. There will be a section of rustic pane dolce (sweet breads) as well as delicious crostate (sweet pastry tarts), biscuits and traditional homemade cakes just like Nonna used to make. This book will be the ultimate in Italian bread and baking – it will be your Italian panetteria bible where you will be able to almost smell that dreamy, irresistible aroma of fresh baking as you flick through the pages. Word count: 55,000

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“For your cheese-loving friends who are eager to learn more, you can’t do better than Cheese Sex Death: A Bible for the Cheese Obsessed. . . It’s a striking book [and] you’ll get benchmark cheese information, written in a way that’s engaging enough you'll want to devour it from cover to cover." -- Epicurious

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Book Synopsis'Delicious yet unfussy with minimal washing up' ObserverFrom sticky date gingerbread and chocolate passionfruit brownies to chilli-spiked halloumi and courgette muffins and the ultimate bread and butter pudding, simply pop your ingredients in a tin and let the oven (or for minimum-effort bakes, the fridge!) do the work. Keeping with her ethos of 'minimum effort, maximum flavour', Rukmini Iyer's one-tin bakes are simple to prep, but still offer great-tasting results.From easy bakes to showstopping sensations, this book is for anyone who wants to bake using everyday ingredients and store cupboard staples. Brighten up your winter with these beautiful bakes.'Packed with delicious baking recipes' Judy Murray, OBE'An asset to any home cook's collection' WaitroseINDIA EXPRESS, THE NEW COOK BOOK FROM THE MILLION-COPY SELLING AUTHOR OF THE ROASTING TIN SERIES, IS OUT NOWTrade ReviewI love Rukmini Iyer's books. The recipes are simple and all in one tin so there's less washing-up. I have all her books, including The Sweet Roasting Tin, packed with delicious baking recipes. -- Judy Murray, OBERukmini Iyer's one tin savoury makes were a revelation and she applies the same winning formula to sweet bakes, cakes and cookies... some lovely and unexpected combinations of ingredients... relish the results * Simple Things *If you're not among the 1 million plus owners of a Roasting Tin cookbook, you've definitely been doing too much washing up. Authored by recipe writer and food stylist Rukmini Iyer, the series has become a legendary source of kitchen bibles nationwide. * Stylist *There's a reason why Rukmini Iyer's 'Roasting Tin' series has sold over one million copies to date: it's because they deliver on their promise to deliver easy, delicious, achievable family food cooked in one tray. -- Nic MillerFrom moreish muffins to mouth-watering brownies, this recipe book is a great one for anyone with a sweet tooth -- Lizzie Thomson * Metro, *Christmas Gift Guide 2021* *

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated cookbook from Jeremy Fox, the California chef who is redefining vegetable-based cuisine with global appealTrade ReviewNamed one of the best cookbooks of 2017 by the Washington Post Delish Magazine's 'Best Gifts For Vegetarians' 'It is not an understatement to say that Jeremy Fox makes the best-tasting vegetables on the planet.' – David Chang 'We love that Fox prefaces this collection of exquisitely beautiful vegetarian dishes with a ludicrously decadent mayo-filled grilled cheese sandwich because the two are not mutually exclusive. For gourmets of all stripes.' – Guardian, Cook 'Most [recipes] are as pleasingly simple to create as they are simply pleasing to the eye.' – T, The New York Times Style Magazine 'A must for leaf-lovers.' – Bon Appétit 'Root-to-stalk cooking gets the fine-dining treatment in this gorgeous cookbook.' – San Francisco Chronicle 'If you're worried meat-free eating might lack variety, look no further than this esteemed Californian chef's homage to vegetables... This comprehensive collection is bound to change your perception of vegetarian eating. Recipes are inventive and sophisticated, but simple enough for the home cook to follow ... You'll find something for everyone.' – The Independent 'Gorgeous and thought-provoking.' – Grub Street 'A treasure trove of exciting approachable recipes geared to the home cook.' – Epicurious 'A chef's meditations, really, on the many ways you can prepare vegetables. Fox refrains from being overly precious as he quietly encourages you to use what you have, and to use all of it.' – Los Angeles Times 'Gourmet greens reimagined in over 160 impeccable tasting recipes.' – goop

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Book SynopsisContains illustrated instruction alongwith history, anthropology, humour and kitchen science. This book includes information from a guide to choosing kitchen knives to practical tutorials on knife skills and a section on sharpening. It also contains quotes and anecdotes from celebrity chefs such as Tony Bourdain.Trade Review"You'll be hard pressed to find as succinct and complete a collection of wisdom on the topic as this masterful volume from cook and writer Ward. He covers nearly everything...giving cooks all the information they need...This book [is] as indispensable as the tools themselves." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Chad Ward...has written a handsome volume on knives and everything you might want to know about them, and about using them...It's not only filled with good info put together with a good design, the writing is lively as well." -- Michael Ruhlman, author of The Making of a Chef, The Soul of a Chef, and The Elements of Cooking "A definitive guide for buying knives...[An Edge in the Kitchen] covers everything you need to know and more." -- Lynne Rossetto Kasper, cookbook author and host of The Splendid Table "This year has already seen the publishing of several good knife books. Add [An Edge in the Kitchen] to the list...Ward...has crafted a book that is instructional and deep...as well as highly readable." -- Tampa Tribune Chad Ward offers all you need to know...A lot of knife wisdom served with a splash of wit and a sprinkle of trivia make this a book you'll want to read from cover to cover as well as to prop up by your knife block. -- Sara Moulton, host of Sara's Secrets

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Book SynopsisJamie Oliver celebrates Britain''s very best food in Jamie''s Great BritainJamie grew up in one of the first true British gastropubs. For him, the heart and soul of real British cooking is food that puts a smile on your face. And that''s what he wants to share in the new book: the essence of British food, done properly. Over the years, British food culture has embraced flavours and influences from all the people who came and made Great Britain their home. The food reflects an open-minded culture as well as the country''s beauty. There are over 100 of Jamie Oliver''s favourite recipes: some are indisputable classics, some are his versions of the classics, some should be classics but just haven''t been made famous yet and others he''s made up from the great bounty of British produce. Inspired by his childhood, Jamie shares the recipes for his favourite pub grub and equips you with everything you''ll need for the perfect picnic. Jamie''s Great Britain guides you through classic dishes and snacks, like moreish Scotch Eggs, crispy Cornish Pasties and a Victoria Sponge that will add a sparkle to any summer day. Wherever you''re from, if you love food Jamie''s Great Britain will offer you a little taste of happiness.''There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook'' Delia SmithTrade ReviewJamie Oliver celebrates Britain's very best food in Jamie's Great Britain * from publisher's description *There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook * Delia Smith *

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Book SynopsisQuality baking is more varied, more exciting, and simply more authentic. This title celebrates this tremendous range with recipes that marry sophisticated European techniques to American tastes and ingredients. It features photographs that demonstrate the basic building blocks of the pastry and bread baker's repertoire.

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Book SynopsisGastronomy of Italy – the seminal work on Italian food, first published in the 1990s – is revised and updated and illustrated with new photography. This classic book leaves no stone unturned in its exploration of Italian gastronomy. Anna Del Conte, the doyenne of Italian cooking, defines the country's regions, ingredients, dishes and techniques for a new generation in her comprehensive explanation of its culinary terms. This simple A-Z format covers all elements of Italian gastronomy from abbacchio to zuppe inglese. There are over 200 recipes, including the great dishes from every major region of Italy. Variations on the classics – pasta, polenta, gnocchi, risotto and pizzas – sit alongside Anna's recipes for versions of Italian favourites, such as peperonata, lamb fricassée, ossobuco and less well-known regional specialities. Specially commissioned photographs of the dishes, ingredients and techniques along with maps of the regions, makes this a truly unique and invaluable book. Word count: 197,000

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Book SynopsisSeasonal recipes and expert planting guides from Great Dixter, Christopher Lloyd's quintessential English country gardenTrade Review"Packed with planting tips and produce-forward recipes [The Great Dixter Cookbook] is the perfect guide for amateur gardeners, farmers market regulars or anyone who wants to explore seasonality in their cooking." —Food & Wine "Gives us an insider look into the famed vegetable garden." —Tory Burch Daily "beyond the ornamental garden and into the kitchen" —TownAndCountrymag "Taking us beyond the ornamental garden and into the kitchen."—Town & Country "A brilliant resource for keen gardeners..."—Grow Your Own "Aaron Bertelsen, vegetable gardener at Great Dixter in Sussex, shares some of the recipes from his new book inspired by the crop he grows. They are delicious looking, wholesome and not too tricky as he's a home cook, not a trained chef. I have a mental block about baking - I can't remember when I last baked a cake. But he's inspired me to give beetroot and chocolate cake a go."—Hatta Byng, Editor, House &Garden "Finally, here's the one we're waiting for... A chance to visit in print Christopher Lloyd's legendary kitchen garden that surrounds the historic house and garden located on the borders of Kent and Sussex. But more even than that, along with the seventy seasonal recipes, this book is a valuable growing guide for more than twenty varieties of fruit and vegetables."—elledecoration.co.uk "The intrinsic link between garden and kitchen at Great Dixter is evident in this new volume, which is a both a cookbook and a growing manual. It is hard to say which part of this book is most useful, the growing advice [...] or the recipes, for both are laced with advice that is easy to put into practice."—English Garden "A brilliant resource for keen gardeners..."—Grow Your Own "Great Dixter is so suffused with good food and so devoid of pretension that I don't want to leave: I long to roll up my sleeves and cook."—Daily Telegraph, Saturday Magazine, Diana Henry "User-friendly... Old-style cookbooks, with an emphasis on enormous quantities of written information, are not easy to navigate. The Great Dixter Cookbook has the advantage of clarity; I may have many recipes for fruit fool but have never looked at them properly. Apparently, it is just a matter of simmering fruit and whisking cream... The sober photography of Andrew Montgomery suits the interiors of the medieval house, and no doubt would have met the approval of Christopher Lloyd."—Gardenista.com "A celebration of robust and seasonal ingredients... Plenty of hearty, soulful recipes... Such a useful book for growers too with lots of recommendations on which varieties to grow and how to get the best crops. All of which is lavishly illustrated with Andrew Montgomery's beautiful images. This is already one of our kitchen shelf favourites - and, we suspect, will be referred to often." —A-LittleBird.com "Shares the great joys of growing your own fruit and veg with seventy delicious and seasonal recipes from the kitchen garden at Great Dixter..."—SoMagzines.co.uk "Embrace the satisfaction found in growing and cooking your own produce with this new release... Delicious yet simple recipes [...] celebrate seasonal ingredients."—Homes & Gardens "Full of enticing photos and refreshingly down-to-earth recipes that celebrate the best of simple British cooking."—Toronto Star "Great Dixter [...] has always been better known for its lush planting that its produce - but that's changed with the publication of the estate's first cookbook... Tips on cultivating everything from damsons to Swiss chard sit alongside seasonal recipes for classics such as pies, crumbles and chutneys." —Vogue "The Great Dixter Cookbook brings the Dixter tradition of flavourful food to the fore once again."—Gardens Illustrated "A comprehensive, delicious selection of some seventy recipes regularly cooked up in the kitchen in Great Dixter House... Supported by the most evocative photographs... I have found the recipes I have cooked easy to follow, and on canvassing my friends - beetroot and chocolate cake, tarragon chicken, baked cheesecake - they agree, so over to all of you!"—RyeNews.org.uk "The design, the personal writing, the pictures - everything about this book brings on a frisson of pleasure."—Globe & Mail "There are recipes for various smoothies to Baeckoeffe, an Alsatian casserole my grandmother made, to mashed potatoes and kale cakes to a garden for each of the four seasons... Gardener checklists and growing guides and wonderful photographs."—The American "Captivating."—Atlanta Journal Constitution "Anyone who loves cooking from a classic garden will enjoy this beautiful work."—Garden & Gun Online "It's a recipe book. It's a gardening book. It's a look into the history of the family home of the celebrated British gardener and writer Christopher Lloyd... Delightful to read and look through, this is a teaching cookbook."—Greenville News "We all know we should breakfast like a king (or queen) and these delicious recipes, from the newly released The Great Dixter Cookbook, are fit for royalty."—TheEthicalist.com "[Aaron Bertelsen's] recipes are simple and make the best of ultra-fresh produce."—Country Life "Aaron Bertelsen has been at the famous Great Dixter garden for 10 years and, usefully, he lists varieties and problems... His recipes are simple and male the best of ultra-fresh produce."—CountryLife.co.uk "Beautifully photographed... Full of simple, achievable recipes... And anyone who's visited the beautiful stately home and admired its gardens [...] will find its pages as inspiring as a walk around the grounds themselves."—HelloSussex.co.uk "Packed with useful growing advice." —Waitrose Weekend "Sumptuous... The book and recipes celebrate the seaons and are mix of traditional and modern flavours... Tuck in to a book that will become a classic."—My Weekly"Classic English recipes from an iconic garden."—BBC Gardener's World

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Book SynopsisWritten by `expert-patient' Iida, who has used the principles of plant-based wholefoods with no added sweeteners, fats or oils to regain her own health, this is a beautifully illustrated, full-colour cookery book that explicitly follows the approach of the Paddison Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis and also provides helps with other autoimmune conditions. It shows how anyone eating according to those principles can do so simply, sustainably and enjoyably - and inclusively so that family and friends can eat the same way whether they have health issues or not. Features include: Forewords by Clint Paddison, founder of the Paddison Program and by Dr Shireen Kassam, Consultant Haematologist, London, UK; Recipes graded for their level of healing; The principles of cooking without added oil (`steam frying' etc); 200 superb colour photographs; `fairytale' designTable of ContentsForewords; Introduction - the principles; My story; Cooking without fats or oils; Vegetable broth; Delicious toppings; Drinks; Breakfast; Mains: Rice dishes; Noodles and summer rolls; Pasta; Potatoes; Soups; Beans; Lentils; Side dishes, salads, dressings and sauces; Desserts: Fruit and berries; Travelling; Shopping list.

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Book Synopsis''Nobody does cosy, get-away-from-it-all romance like Jenny Colgan'' Sunday Express__________________________________Christmas is going to be extra magical this year . . . With real mouth-watering recipes for you to try at homeRosie Hopkins is looking forward to Christmas in the little Derbyshire village of Lipton, buried under a thick blanket of snow. Her sweetshop is festooned with striped candy canes, large tempting piles of Turkish Delight, crinkling selection boxes and happy, sticky children. She''s going to be spending it with her boyfriend, Stephen, and her family, flying in from Australia. She can''t wait.But when a tragedy strikes at the heart of their little community, all of Rosie''s plans for the future seem to be blown apart. Can she build a life in Lipton? And is what''s best for the sweetshop also what''s best for Rosie? Treat yourself and your sweet-toothed friends to Jenny Colgan''s heart-warming new novel. The irresistibly delicious recipes are guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit and will warm up your Christmas celebrations.____________________Why readers ADORE Jenny Colgan ''Jenny Colgan has a way of writing that makes me melt inside'' ''Her books are so good I want to start over as soon as I have finished'' ''There''s something so engaging about her characters and plots'' ''Her books are like a big, warm blanket'' ''Her stories are just so fabulous'' ''She brings her settings and characters so vividly to life'' ''The woman is just magic''Trade ReviewChristmas, sweets and heaps of romance * Heat *Filled with charming detail about village life * Sunday Mirror *Where else can you get a love story and a recipe for millionaire's shortbread in the same place? * Heat *Another great read from Jenny that will really get you in the festive spirit * Bella *A fab read . . . includes delicious recipes * The Sun (Fabulous) *Jenny Colgan's heart-warming tale of friends and family coming together for the Christmas season is not only a great read - it contains some mouth-watering recipes to inspire your Christmas celebrations * Irish Post *This charming sequel is comical and heart-warming and guaranteed to get you in the mood for the big day * Closer Magazine *This is a wonderful, bittersweet Christmas read that I would definitely recommend * Novelicious *A must read winter warmer that has a little bit of everything nestled within its pages * Fiction Fascination blog *A poignant and a beautifully written festive book packed with sweet-toothed recipes that is perfect to get you into the Christmas mood * Handwrittengirl.com *There was never a dull moment - the storyline had everything you could wish for . . . a warm, cosy, entertaining read that was very eventful and had a lovely splash of romance * Rea Book Review Blog *

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Book SynopsisIn the follow-up to his New York Times bestseller Antoni in the Kitchen, Queer Eye star Antoni Porowski shares easy and delicious dinners for every night of the week.Let's Do Dinner is an invitation into Antoni's easy kitchen. Dinner with Antoni means satisfying meals full of lean protein and loads of vegetables, with splurges of carbs and decadence. Simple, yes, but always special. Antoni keeps shopping lists short and steps and pans to a minimum.Pulled chicken nachos, pasta carbonara with spring onions and peas, or pan-seared steak with harissa butter and crispy potatoes – it's all good for post-work evenings or casual entertaining. Antoni shows how to crank up the flavour, make exciting suppers from pantry staples, create new takes on classics by swapping in one surprising ingredient, and build a rousingly flavoured vegan grain bowl. Plus, he lets you in on the secret weapons in every kitchen that get great food on the table fast.

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Book Synopsis2016 IACP Award Finalist! According to Jacques Pepin, 'the moment for a child to be in the kitchen is from the moment they are born.' Previously published under the title Kids Cook French, Let's Cook French, written by his daughter Claudine Pepin, is a fun, interactive, bilingual family cookbook that introduces the art and joy of French cooking—featuring 30 classic recipes, along with notes on French culture and suggested menus for your next family soirée. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients and hands-on preparation, Let's Cook French, A Family Cookbook offers a total immersion in French culinary culture. Each left-hand page in English is mirrored in French on the right and food terms are called out bilingually throughout, creating the perfect format for language learning. Featured are authentic French recipes that are easy for young chefs to follow, including starters, mTrade Review"Claudine Pepin came to cooking naturally; her father is the chef and teacher Jacques Pepin. In this concise, elegant cookbook for children - written in English and French, and illustrated by Mr. Pepin - she does not cook down to youngsters. The recipes are simple but serious and go well beyond kid food." - The New York TimesTable of ContentsA NOTE FOR KIDS A NOTE FOR PARENTS To Start Gougères Eggs Jeannette Cauliflower Soufflé Vichyssoise To Continue Cheese Fondue Chicken Breast with Garlic and Parsley Boeuf Bourguignon Claudine’s Croque Monsieur Lamb Chops with Lemon Zest and Herbs of Provence Chicken with Cream Sauce Ham and Leek Quiche Whole Roasted Chicken with Herbs of Provence Salade Niçoise Sautéed White Fish and Secret Sauce On the Side Sautéed Swiss Chard French String Beans Potato and Cheese Gratin Parsnip-Potato Purée Ratatouille Roasted Cauliflower Herb-Roasted Potatoes Spinach in Béchamel Vinaigrette for a Week To Finish Almond Cake Clafoutis Crème Brûlée Crêpes Apple Tarts with Almond Frangipane Sablés American Blueberry Pie MENUS INDEX ACKNOWLEDGMENTS ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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Book SynopsisIntroducing Eat Feel Fresh, an all-encompassing vegan Ayurvedic cookbook with over 100 healing recipes. Venture on a journey of wellness and serenity with the ancient science of Ayurveda. New to Ayurveda? No worries! It teaches that food is a divine medicine with the power to heal, and is packed with holistic healing recipes suited for your individual needs. This beautifully illustrated cookbook gives a detailed look at how to eat according to your body''s specific needs, and will help you connect with your inner self. Dive straight in to discover: -Over 100 deliciously vegan and gluten-free recipes -A clear easy-to follow overview of basic Ayurvedic principles -Comprehensive quizzes to identify your mind-body type to determine the best foods for your body. -A core focus on make-ahead meals designed for a modern healthy lifestyle Looking to develop a new you this New Years? Then look no further! Eat Feel FreshTrade ReviewDiscover which foods suit you, and use cookery to heal your body and soul. * Top Sante Health and Beauty *

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Book SynopsisThe Bronskis are back with the definitive guide to pizzas that are authentic and gluten-free (finally!) It’s no secret that gluten-free pizza often fails to deliver a springy, doughy crust equal to that of its wheat-based counterpart. But after Peter Bronski was diagnosed with celiac disease, he and his wife Kelli resolved never to settle for second-class fare. Now the authors of the category-leading Artisanal Gluten-Free Cooking put an end to lackluster pies and slices with No Gluten, No Problem Pizza! Here are tried-and-tested gluten-free recipes for more than sixty pizza creations made from fifteen kinds of dough - from American pies (à la New York, Detroit, and Chicago) to the Italian originals (Roman, Sicilian, Neapolitan). The novice and seasoned chef alike will find inventive toppings (pepperoni and sausage; Brussels sprouts and pancetta; pear, pecan, and blue cheese - you name it), exciting spins on classic recipes (Thai Chicken Pizza, anyone?), and all the flavour and texture you could want - with none of the gluten!

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Book SynopsisA contemporary Pakistani cookbook featuring more than 100 recipes.Table of ContentsSummers under the tamarind tree Pakistan: The spirit, the passion, the flavour Childhood tales: Growing up in the kitchen Cooking methods: Pakistani techniques explained A note on spice: What to buy and how to use it Masala blends: Traditional family recipes Awakening the senses: Breakfast Tantalising the taste buds: Street food and snacks Breaking bread and sharing rice: Breads and rice dishes Meaty markets and weekdays bazaars: Beef, lamb and mutton Birds from the Empress: Chicken and other birds Sailing the seas: Seafood and fish My grandmother’s garden: Vegetables, fruit and salad Homegrown guavas: Chutneys and pickles Under a motia-filled sky: Celebration feasts The sweet taste of mango heaven: Desserts Chai-pani: Hot and cold drinks Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisOBSERVER FOOD MONTHLY FOOD PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR 2022Are you avoiding gluten but lack the time to cook properly for yourself? Do you need convenient, simple and delicious recipes to see you through the week? Looking for midweek meals that all of the family will love?Quick & Easy Gluten Free will show you just how simple it is to recreate all the foods you miss as well as introduce you to a few new dishes too – but best of all, nothing tastes or looks "gluten-free". Enjoy speedy, fuss-free, 30-minute recipes or choose from a variety of 'lazy' recipes that only ask for 15–20 minutes of effort – after which you can put your feet up while it cooks, bakes or chills. Best-selling author Becky Excell has spent years developing delicious dishes and sharing them with her followers on Instagram. She is here to show you that a gluten-free life can be exciting and easy, without having to miss out on your favourite foods ever again. Why hover over the stove for hours when you can get Crispy Lemon Chicken on the table in under 30 minutes, enjoy 3-ingredient Sticky BBQ Ribs with just 5 minutes of prep time, and lazy bakes that can be thrown together in a flash? Packed with over 100 recipes for everything from 30-minute fakeouts, quick dinners, easy breakfast and lunch dishes to speedy sides, party food, 30-minute sweet treats, classic bakes and simple no-bake desserts, this book instantly brings back the thing that a gluten-free diet takes from us all: convenience. What’s more, Becky includes slow cooker, pressure cooker, air fryer, oven and stovetop options for lots of the recipes, plus the usual dairy-free, lactose-free, low FODMAP, veggie and vegan options. An essential book when it comes to gluten-free home cooking, Quick & Easy Gluten Free will be a constant companion on your daily gluten-free journey.

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Book SynopsisThe new Great British Bake Off Book - KITCHEN CLASSICS - is available now!Tuck into your all-time favourite flavours and a good sprinkling of Bake Off magic with our easy-to-follow recipes. A feast for both the eyes and the taste buds, these flavourful bakes will leave you inspired to mix and match different combinations, or to indulge yourself with some classic tastes and textures.Whether you''re looking for a tart blackcurrant millefeuille, a fresh passion fruit trifle, a sticky ginger treacle tart or a rich chocolate and speculoos cake - Paul, Prue, the Bake Off team and the 2022 bakers are here to show you how to get the perfect result. From earthy to spicy, and from tangy to creamy, this book showcases how to bring out the very best flavours in whatever you create.Featuring recipes from the 2022 contestants: Abdul Rehman Sharif, Carole Edwards, Dawn Hollyoak, James Dewar, Janusz Domgala, Kevin Flynn, Maisam Algirgeet, Maxy Maligis

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate cocktail companion guide for your favorite rom-coms, tearjerkers, and girl power movies. Including cocktails inspired by Barbie, Mean Girls, Clueless, Bridget Jones, Sex and the City, Legally Blonde, and beyond, this totally fetch cocktail book will introduce you to a dazzling collection of themed drinks that are as sassy, sweet, and stylish as the leading ladies that inspired them. With easy-to-follow cocktail recipes, complete with glamorous garnishes and tips for flawless presentation, these cocktails are not just delicious but also totally Instagram-worthy. Whether you're glamming up for a night on the town or cozying in with your squad for a movie marathon in your comfiest PJs, this book has a cocktail to suit every mood. Prepare to be dazzled by glitter, glam, and, of course, the most fabulous shades of pink as you explore the pages of Drink Pink—th

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Book Synopsis''This isn''t just any Scotch bar...It is the Scotch bar.'' Forbes From the experts behind the world-famous SCOTCH whisky bar, located at the iconic Edinburgh hotel The Balmoral, this essential guide will tell you everything you need to know about Scottish whisky.Inside you''ll find an introduction to tasting whisky, as well as answers to key questions, such as if colour depicts quality, whether you should decant your bottle and if it is ever acceptable to mix your dram. Discover the hand-picked 100 best whiskies behind the SCOTCH bar, complete with distillery profiles, tasting notes and a personal comment from Head Whisky Ambassador, Cameron Ewen. Complemented by atmospheric photography of SCOTCH, this is an essential purchase for every whisky drinker.Spanning more than 50 distilleries including:Glenmorangie, Glenfiddich, The Macallan, The Glenlivet, Ardbeg, Bruichladdich and many more...

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Book SynopsisHaving moved to a small town in Puglia over two years ago - a place she now calls home - Sophie Grigson felt ready for another adventure... Driving along the coastal 'instep' of southern Italy in her trusty purple car, she travels between little fishing ports and explores Puglia's gay capital, then heads into the wild hills of Basilicata and Calabria's high Sila famed for its chestnuts and mushrooms, and ends her journey in the bergamot orchards clustering around Reggio. In this book, Sophie charts the local delicacies, ingredients and producers; through recipes and stories, she immerses you in the beauty, culture, food and characters of southern Italy.

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Book SynopsisThe wine-writers'' wine writer collects his best articles to explore the most profound and interesting questions about wine. A fascinating read for everyone with a broad interest in our cultural world.“A new sort of literary gumption arrived on the scene with Andrew Jefford; a powerful blend of science and poetry. Here is a writer who does his interviews, delves deep into motives and methods, and then lets fly with whatever imagery he finds winging by.” Hugh Johnson (2019) Poet, philosopher, author, radio presenter and journalist, Andrew Jefford lives in France; but buried deep in one wine country what does he miss most about the rest? The answer: “Drinking young port. It’s the wine drinker’s equivalent of zorbing, wing-walking, base-jumping … you won’t fully understand it unless you have tasted it young, in its ‘Ride of the Valkyries’ stage, when it comes hurtling out of the glass and puts the screamers on you...” Andrew is the ideal companion for anyone wine-curious. In this collection of his essays, opinions and articles he shares his fascinating observations from half a century of discovery. For Andrew, wine should be listened to and admired, wherever it comes from; old-school pretensions turned on their head; style-points disdained; stellar prices dismissed; questions asked...

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Book SynopsisThere’s no need to go AFK to host the perfect game night. With 50 delicious, accessible, and table-ready recipes, The Ultimate Gamers Cookbook will make every game night a win!Level up your game night with these mouthwatering munchies that are simple to make and easy to handle during play, whether you’re rolling dice for a tabletop adventure or gripping a controller and topping the leaderboards. Delicious but doable recipes such as Popcorn Chicken and Waffle Cones, Bard Sliders, and Pancake Skewers are sure to impress your guests, while keeping their fingers clean and their hunger satisfied. Fifty table-ready recipes accessible for any skill level.  Over 50 GAME NIGHT RECIPES: Each of the more than 50 recipes is easy to make and eat so you can concentrate on having fun. BY GAMERS, FOR GAMERS: Designed for gaming, easy-to-handle recipes such as Clutch Cupcakes and Owlbear Dip will keep everybody’s fingers clean for a memorable night of food, friendship, and gaming. INSPIRING IMAGES: Mouthwatering food photography inspires and helps ensure a delicious win. RECIPES FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: With accessible recipes, tips, and step-by-step instructions, The Ultimate Gamers Cookbook is a great guide for gamers of any cooking skill level, from novices to boss-level chefs. EPIC GIFT: With over 50 simple, controller-friendly recipes, The Ultimate Gamers Cookbook is the perfect gift for gamers.

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Book SynopsisIn this companion to the number one New York Times bestseller The Blue Zones Kitchen, Dan Buettner offers a four-week guide and year-long sustainability program to jump-start your journey to better health, happiness, less stress, and a longer life. Get started on the path to a longer, healthier, happier life with this quick start to building your own Blue Zones lifestyle. Dan Buettner, founder of the Blue Zones and author of the New York Times number one best-selling Blue Zones Kitchen, offers the challenge of a lifetime: Build a foundation for better nutrition, more exercise, and a stronger social life that will extend your lifetime by years. In this easy-to-implement guide, you'll start with the rules of the Blue Zones Challenge, including tips and tricks from the five Blue Zones - locations around the world where people consistently live to 100--advice for setting up a successful kitchen

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Book SynopsisThe 70 vegetarian recipes in Mushrooms applaud the versatility of this classic ingredient.Bestselling author of Fire, Smoke, Green, Martin Nordin, showcases creative and varied ways that mushrooms can be served. From soups and stews, to dumplings, pizzas and pickles, all the recipes draw inspiration from around the world.Mushrooms features stunning photography, some of which were taken by the author, as well as stylish illustrations.

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Book SynopsisThe essential Jamie Oliver cookbook perfect for vegetarians, total foodies, or someone who just wants a bit more veg on their plateJAMIE OLIVER IS BACK WITH OVER 100 BRILLIANTLY EASY, DELICIOUS & FLAVOUR-PACKED VEG RECIPESIncludes ALL the recipes from Jamie''s Channel 4 series MEAT FREE MEALS ________Whether it''s embracing a meat-free day or two each week, living a vegetarian lifestyle, or just wanting to try some brilliant new flavour combinations, this book ticks all the boxes. Discover simple but inventive veg dishes including: ALLOTMENT COTTAGE PIE with root veg, porcini mushrooms, marmite & crispy rosemary CRISPY MOROCCAN CARROTS with orange & thyme syrup, tahini & harissa rippled yoghurt SPICED PARSNIP SOUP with silky poppadoms & funky chips WARM GRAPE AND RADICCHIO SALAD with toasted pine nuts, sticky balsamic & honey HASSELBACK Trade ReviewJamie gives all your favourites a veggie makeover in his brilliant new book * Mail on Sunday *Will undoubtedly get the country cooking more carrots. It strikes just the right balance between old, recognisable dishes such as quiche and moussaka, and new, such as Persian rice and dosas, to keep fancies tickled * Meera Sodha, Guardian Cookbooks of the Year *By now he needs no introduction . . . With 11 chapters there's something for everyone. The curries and stews are impressive - and cheap! - while, this being Jamie Oliver, there's a hefty pasta section, with a proper pukka sweet leek carbonara . . . There's an impressive range of dishes, inspired from all over the globe, that don't skimp on flavour * Daily Telegraph *Jamie's latest book is full of simple dinners and family favourites designed to help you discover that veg can be delicious. He includes new ways to cook old favourites. The yummiest recipes include sweet leek carbonara, picnic pasta salad and easy pea and spinach samosas. Quick, cheap and easy to prepare * Sun, Best Books of 2019 *Whether you're a lifelong vegetarian or occasionally opt for meat-free dishes, the Naked Chef's latest book is packed with quick and easy dishes to suit all tastes * Best cookbooks of 2019, i *Dishes are vibrant and full of flavour and this book is all about making them affordable and easy * Independent *Cooking for all the family has been transformed by the master of healthy home cooking. There's something here for everyone * Woman & Home *Jamie makes vegetarian cooking easy, fun and accessible with more than 100 recipes that can be whipped up after a long day at work. There are bags of flavour in every one, with ideas from around the globe - and they're all family-friendly * Good Food *Aims to encourage readers to discover the huge bounty of glorious veg, fruit, herbs, spices and pulses on offer * Sun *Well thought-out and easy to follow * Choice *This book ticks all the boxes . . . Veg is a landmark cookbook for Jamie, which has seen him travel halfway around the world, watching, listening and learning from some of the best veggie cooks on the planet * Easy Parenting *The king of cooking is back at it again with a quick, easy and delicious cookbook. Giving your favourite veggies a make over, Oliver's recipes will expand your meat-free palate * Women's Health *6 of the best cookery books * Daily Record *Jamie Oliver knows what he's doing when it comes to food. This book is packed full of phenomenal vegetable based recipes. * Mail Online, The best healthy-living cookbooks *

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Book SynopsisEverybody?s favorite grandmother is here to answer the age-old question What''s for dinner? with 101 tried-and-true recipes, plus genius tips and tricks that make getting dinner on the table even easierFrom her years of experience feeding her family as a mother of four and now a grandmother of nine, Barbara Costello has perfected her roster of comforting and delicious family-approved meals. Now all the mealtime ingenuity that has been passed down to her, or that she?s earned through trial and error, is here in this book, for you! Every Day with Babs will be your go-to dinner resource, with Babs as your surrogate mom or grandma helping to get delicious meals organized, prepped, and on the table in no time, every night of the week.In the pages of Every Day, Babs has done all the thinking for you because with so much on your plate already, you shouldn?t have to stress about dinner! The chapters are organized by day of the week, each with a particular theme or cooking method that keeps in mind the rhythm of the week. We all know making dinner on a Monday feels very different than a Sunday, so there are recipes to suit everyone?s mood, schedule, and cooking style: Get Your ?Sheet? (Pan) Together Monday: Sheet-pan recipes such as Roasted Sausage, Peppers & Gnocchi, Maple-Lime Salmon with Coconut Rice, Lemon Basil Chicken & Couscous, and Family Fajita Night Eat Twice Twosday: Batch cooking at its best, with Grammie?s Chicken Cutlets, I Nailed Falafel with Tzatziki Slaw, Sesame Chicken Noodle Salad, and Minnie?s Meatballs One and Only Wednesday: One-pot meals such as Warm Hug Bacon Pasta, Salsa Verde Fish Tostadas, Mini-Van Pepperoni Pizza Chicken, and Spinach-Artichoke Rice & Bean Bake Thrifty Thursday: Dinners that use pantry staples, like Cook?s Secret Weeknight Beef Stew, Chicken & Rice Casserole for the Soul, Beth?s Sloppy Joe Casserole, and Clean Your Fridge Frittata Fri-Yay: Fun crowd-pleasers like Spicy Tuna Sushi Bake, Pimento Cheese Patty Melts, The BEST Fish & Chips, and Reuben Pastry Pockets Low and Slow Saturday: Hands-off slow cooker recipes such as French Onion Soup Pot Roast, Finger Lickin? Good Sweet & Sour Ribs, and Not to Be Missed Moroccan Chickpea Apricot Stew Sunday Supper: Special meals to share, including Lobster Roll Cobb Salad, Pesto Rack of Lamb with Tomato-Mozzarella Salad, and Aunt Louise?s Eggplant Parmesan Sweet Tooth: Easy and nostalgic desserts like Babs? Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies, Key Lime Icebox Cake, Caramel Apple Crisp, and ScotcheroosNo matter how you?re feeling by dinner, there is a recipe in here that will fit the bill. Your family will soon be part of the clean plate club and you will be considered a virtual magician in the kitchen, too! Don?t panic, it''s easier than you think. Babs has you covered!

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for aspiring young chefs ready to try out the familyair fryer. With foodie favourites for breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts- plus snacks! - with easy-to-follow instructions, The Kids' EasyAir Fryer Cookbook has over 50 brilliant recipes to try.

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Book SynopsisThe Veggie Family Cookbook is the new essential kitchen bible for year-round family cooking. Claire Thomson writes foolproof, delicious recipes that will please everyone around the table – as a professional chef and mum of three (two of which are vegetarian), she understands the challenge of whipping up tasty, crowd-pleasing dishes with vegetables centre stage, and all with minimum fuss at the end of a busy working day. With an emphasis on practicality and flavour, The Veggie Family Cookbook provides you with every veg-forward recipe you will ever need, whether you're a vegetarian family or simply looking for easy ways to get everyone eating more veg. Including Broad Bean Falafels and Spring Rolls for lunchbox heroes, Fried Rice with Tofu and loaded veg traybakes for speedy suppers, ideas for veggie feasts for celebrations and weekends, and fruity desserts that can be rustled up in no time, this book is jam-packed with inspirationa

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Book SynopsisDiscover why rum is fast becoming the hottest spirit in the world right now with this essential companion from bestselling author and master mixologist Tristan Stephenson. The Curious Bartender’s Guide to Rum explores rum’s remarkable history from its humble origins to its status as life-blood of the Royal Navy and its love affair with Cuba. Discover its darker past, with tales of devils, pirates and its reputation as the revolutionary spirit. Now this fabled drink is in the midst of another revolution, transforming from uninspiring grog to premium product. Barrel-aged dark varieties are leading the charge and poised to attract existing Bourbon fans while the cocktail Renaissance that began in the early 2000s has recently expanded to include tiki and non-tiki rum cocktails. Is this entertaining primer you’ll learn how rum is made, from the science of sugar cane and molasses to distillation and unique ageing techniques. Next, Tristan’s unrivalled mixology skills will help you master jazzed-up versions of the Mai Tai and Mojito, perfect a Planter’s Punch and keep you on trend with Brazil’s famous Caipirinha and Batida cocktails, made with rum’s sister spirit, cachaça. Let the rum revolution begin!

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Book Synopsis''From a Bloody Mary to a Death Flip, each recipe is easy to follow and comes with a detailed description and facts of the drink. The handy book lets you navigate by base spirit, flavour and style so it's ideal for those who know what kind of mix they want to learn.'' The Evening Standard, The 10 Best Cocktails Books. Welcome to The Periodic Table of Cocktails! Instead of hydrogen to helium, here you''ll find mojitos to martinis - 106 classic cocktails arranged following the logical ordering of The Periodic Table of Elements.Find your favourite cocktail in the table and discover new cocktails to try - all the cocktails in the same column and immediately to the left or right all share characteristics - flavours, methods and styles you''ll enjoy.See how the most popular cocktails - new and old - were dreamed up, learn how these cocktails are made, how to order them and, most crucially, how to enjoy them at their best. Plus find out more delicious concoc

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Book SynopsisCombining recipes from the bestselling Irish Granny's Pocket Recipe Book, Pocket Irish Potato Recipe Book and the Irish Granny's Pocket Farmhouse Kitchen, this large-format cookbook is your complete guide to traditional Irish cooking.Granny has selected her best, most popular recipes to create the ultimate recipe book, something that belongs on every kitchen shelf. Let her teach you all you need to know about delicious, nutritious country cooking.Includes traditional recipes like soda bread, Irish stew, bacon and cabbage, and the best recipe for scones.

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