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The latest book in the LEON Happy series - more than 250,000 copies in print.LEON, the home of naturally fast food, have turned their hand to creating a collection of curries - more than 100 new recipes inspired by dishes from Sri Lanka, India, Thailand and Burma, as well as Kenya, Somalia and the Caribbean. Find fiery, speedy, warming or creamy curries, plus everything you might want on the side, from fluffy flatbreads and perfect rice to crunchy relishes, garlicky greens and tangy pickles. If you want fast fixes with easy wins from a supermarket, or something more fancy for when you have a little more time, you will find them all here.Includes Sri Lankan jackfruit and vegetable curry, Kashmiri lamb rogan josh, Skinny salmon and coconut curry and Katsu chicken curry as well as tasty side dishes and tips for speedy curries and ingredient swaps.

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Aided by this book the gardener can now answer the question "What's in a name?" and they and their garden will benefit from understanding the wealth of information that has hitherto lain hidden within the mysterious world of Latin names.' - Financial Times OnlineRHS Latin for Gardeners is an informative, entertaining and beautifully illustrated unravelling of the mysteries of botanical Latin. Over 3,000 Latin names are listed alphabetically, showing how plant names can reveal where a plant originally comes from (and thus its preferred growing conditions), along with such properties as its shape, form, colour, taste, and smell. Each name is clearly defined and accompanied by a pronunciation guide, and the pages are filled with attractive botanical illustrations. Fascinating feature spreads retell the adventures of important plant hunters such as Sir Joseph Banks and Alexander von Humboldt, and explain how their discoveries affect the way our gardens look today. Individual plants are also profiled throughout, showing how their names can illuminate their hidden histories. Aided by this book, every gardener, and their garden, will benefit from uncovering the wealth of information that lies within the remarkable world of Latin binomials. A little Latin can do a lot of good - apply the lore of Latin to your own garden!Contents includes...The A-Z Listings of Latin Plant NamesPlant ProfilesPlant HuntersPlant Themes...And Much More!

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With great recipes for meats, sauces and rubs mixed with ideas for pickles, slaws, puddings and cocktails, plus features on meats, equipment and methods, the Pitt Cue Co. Cookbook is your guide to enjoying the best hot, smoky, sticky, spicy grub all year round.From Pitt Cue's legendary Pickle backs and bourbon cocktails, to their acclaimed Pulled pork shoulder; Burnt ends mash; Smoked ox cheek toasts with pickled walnuts; Lamb rib with molasses mop and onion salad; Chipotle & confit garlic slaw; Crispy pickled shiitake mushrooms; Toffee apple grunt; Sticky bourbon & cola pudding and so much more, it's all irresistibly delicious food to savour and share.

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***'An astonishing accomplishment that might be the most important book we ever read, it will change the way you look at what we eat forever.' - Dr Max Pemberton'A wonderfully written guide for anyone who wants to eat better and save the world at the same time. Essential reading for anyone who cares about the planet.' - Thomasina MiersHow changing what you eat can save the planetOur food production systems are the single biggest cause of environmental change, while diseases linked to our eating habits are at epidemic levels and increasing. Enough. uses the latest scientific research to address this vital question: can we provide a growing population with a healthy diet from sustainable food systems? Fortunately for us all, the answer is yes. Enough. shows exactly how we can tackle both of these urgent, interconnected challenges at the same time. Using a seminal piece of research published in 2019, the Planetary HealthDiet (PHD), Dr Coburn reveals the hidden consequences of our food choices, and how we can easily make changes which are better for ourselves and the planet. She details which food groups we should be eating, which we should avoid - and why. Changing our way of eating is something that every one of us has the power to do. Enough. is a clear, ultimately hopeful and hugely important roadmap for both own health - and the planet's.

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Put your birdwatching expertise to the test and learn more about the birds in your garden with this new puzzle book from the RSPB!Do you know what the smallest bird in your garden is? And whose birdsong sounds like 'tea-cher, tea-cher, tea-cher'? Or what a gathering of nesting birds is called?Packed with questions, word games and bamboozling brainteasers, this fun-filled quiz book from the RSPB will test your knowledge and reveal incredible new facts about your garden visitors. Covering a variety of topics, from the garden environment, to nesting, biology and migration, and including a colour section to test identification, this book celebrates all the beautiful birds we can see from the comfort of our doorstep. Suitable for all levels, from the casual garden bird-spotter to the more serious birder, this book will make the perfect gift for anyone interested in British birds, and put them on the path to becoming an ornithological expert.*A Goldcrest, a Great Tit and a colony!

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***SHORTLISTED FOR THE TELEGRAPH'S 2021 SPORTS BOOK AWARDS - INTERNATIONAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR'One of the best football books I've read for a very long time.' - Sam Pilger, FourFourTwo Magazine'An extraordinary, granular depiction of a young football star's life.' - The Daily Mail'An excellent read with some incredible stories.' - TalkSPORT Breakfast ShowKnown as 'Lord Bendtner' to his fans and haters alike, Nicklas Bendtner has been lauded for his football skills at super clubs like Arsenal and Juventus. But his career has been haunted by his rocky behaviour and tendency to self-sabotage.In this disarmingly honest memoir, Bendtner talks about the darker side of football and his own difficult fall from grace; about what it's like to have so much promise that you lose touch with reality altogether.It's is about growing up in a working-class neighbourhood and fighting to reach the top in the worlds' toughest league. It's about friendship, rivalry, and the constant quest for an adrenaline kick. It's about money and what happens when you give a troubled, overconfident teen millions to spend. It's about an industry that has lost sight of what really matters.A modern footballing fable, it's a story of decline, temper, talent, great football and ultimately the tragedy of unfulfilled potential.Not since the days of Paul McGrath's Back From The Brink have we seen such honesty on the page of a footballer's memoir. Fans of Paul Merson, George Best and Tony Adam's autobiographies will also find pure fascination here in a story that has gripped international readers...

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'The case Phil makes for canned and frozen food is compelling.' - Waitrose WeekendNutritious and convenient, canned and frozen food can be used for a wide range of value-for-money recipes. In The Canny Cook, Phil Vickery shows you not only how to spend and waste less, but also cook fast, fuss-free, good-for-you meals that are bursting with flavour. From vegan and vegetarian dishes, to pasta, meat and fish, desserts and healthy snacks, Phil's creative and inspiring recipes are perfect for anyone looking to feed a family using everyday supermarket ingredients.

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe debut cookbook from the phenomenally successful website and YouTube channel.Stuck in the same dinnertime rut? Rustling up recipes for all the family can be stressful, especially with fussy family members, but cooking should be fun and certainly not boring! Enter Kitchen Sanctuary - packed with the brand's top 100 recipes from speedy pasta and comforting classics to low-maintenance slow-cooked dinners, street food favourites, 'fakeaways' and so so much more, there's really something for everyone. A trusted brand that's loved by millions, this is delicious food for all the family that's sure to entice even the fussiest eater.Every recipe accompanied by a QR code linking to a video showing how it is made every step of the way!

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'A brilliant and inspirational starter kit for anyone who wants to make a garden to suit their own needs.' - Alan TitchmarshAlthough excited by the prospect of moving into their own home for the first time, many people are mystified at the thought of what to do with their outdoor space. Frances Tophill's fuss-free, practical guide shows you how to create a space outside your own back door that's designed by you, built by you and enjoyed by you. Beginning with advice on getting to know your garden - what type of soil you have, what the drainage and light is like - then on getting to know yourself as a gardener - do you want a vegetable patch, an abundance of flowers or simply an extension of your indoor living space? - and then moving on to the practical design, including hard and soft landscaping and building materials and guidance, Frances guides you through different types of plants and how to source and plant them. There is also a section on aftercare, telling you the best way to keep your garden well cared for and easy to maintain throughout the year.

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'I love this book! Age really is just a number.' - Charlotte Tilbury'Gabriela is a game-changer, I cannot recommend her highly enough.' - Billie Piper'Backed by science and infused with years of experience, Gabriela's method in this book will change your life.' - Rosie Nixon, Hello!With SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING author Gabriela Peacock, looking and feeling younger has never been so easy. Gabriela reveals the game-changing science that will help you radically influence the ageing process and transform your future.Designed to be compatible with real life, 2 Weeks to a Younger You contains realistic intermittent fasting plans - scientifically proven to be the most effective method of safely reaching a healthy weight - and plenty of practical tips. As well as weight-loss, Gabriela's advice will allow you to improve sleep, increase energy and sharpen mental clarity. With 50 delicious, healthy recipes, these easy-to-follow plans are guaranteed to deliver results.

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Packed with games, projects, crafts, experiments and gardening inspiration, 101 Things for Kids to do Outside will have your children racing out to try something new. The huge selection of ideas covers all four seasons and ranges from quick 10-minute activities to a full day of fun. From party games and treasure hunts to simple gardening projects, each idea is simple to follow and illustrated with colour photography, so you can't go wrong! Activities include building a human sundial, creating an outdoor collage, setting up a wormery, planting a potato tower, making natural inks, flying a homemade kite and playing torch tag. This hands-on guide will help children get the most from being outdoors, and you don't need a big garden - a local park or small area will suffice. 101 Things for Kids to do Outside is sure to get your kids away from the computer and provide hours of entertainment for the entire family.

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Make your life easier with this essential guide to pressure cookingFeaturing 80 fresh, easy-to-make modern recipes, such as Huevos rancheros, Lentil & cauliflower curry and Baked salted caramel cheese cake, Pressure Cooking Every Day is full of recipe inspiration for the entire week.With this must-have cookbook, you can save time and energy and prep nutritious meals in minutes. Using just one pot and a few cheap ingredients, you can whip up flavourful recipes from scratch in your pressure cooker and impress your friends and family.While retaining steam and flavour, the pressure cooker can help you make delicious soups, fragrant curries and tender stews - all in one pot without the extra effort.

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A collection of over 80 delicious Indian recipes to enjoy with friends and familyChetna Makan is the queen of Indian home cooking. An award-winning food writer, Chetna was first introduced to us on The Great British Bake Off and has since authored a number of bestselling cookbooks, combining her inventive flavours with a love of simple Indian cooking.In her newest recipe collection, Chetna provides us with flavour-packed feasts designed to please a crowd. Chetna's accessible style and supermarket-friendly ingredients prove that you don't need to be an expert to entertain. Chetna's Indian Feasts provides a varied array of delicious dishes, grouped together by theme so you know exactly how to pair your platters. Whether it is a big celebration or a quick-fix family dinner, there is something in this book for you. A treasure trove of recipes that are generous, simple to make and delicious, Chetna's Indian Feasts is all about bringing people together and making mealtimes special, no matter the occasion.CONTENTS INCLUDE:Friday Night FeastsOnion chickpea bhajis; Chicken tikka masala; Prawn vindalooChaatDal papdi chaat; Smashed alu tikki; Coriander yogurt chutneyFast Feasts Spicy garlic-ginger chicken; Cauliflower masala; Prawn coconut curryFeasts for TwoChana dal chutney; Okra masala; Sticky spicy chicken wings with tomato curryBarbecue FeastsPaneer skewers; Garlic chilli corn; Caramelised walnut and coffee pavlovaPicnic FeastsChutney club sandwich; Paneer samosas; Coffee and walnut cake with cardamomFestive FeastsPeanut aubergine masala; Mint raita; Gulab jamun Sunday BrunchHearty wholesome dal; Street-style egg curry; Chocolate and cardamom caramel cake

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Presented in a box with a foiled lid, and with 50 recipe cards featuring 1920's and Art Deco-inspired patterns, this is a beautiful gift for you or anyone you know who knows how to host a party.There's nothing like a well-balanced drink to add a bit of pizzazz to your day. Whether you're toasting a recent triumph, bringing together friends and family or just capping off a long day of work, mixing your own cocktails at home is easier than you think. Featuring 50 recipe cards for Prohibition-era classics such as the Southside and the Gimlet, and modern classics such as the Breakfast Martini, and the Bramble, The Cocktail Box is the home bartender's best friend. There are cocktails to suit every taste and occasion from bubbly and sweet fizzy drinks that bring the party spirit, to dark and aromatic blends to help you unwind. The cards are also accompanied by a short guide that includes all the equipment, techniques and tips that you need to succeed.Each card has a clear and easy to follow recipe along with a little bit of cocktail history. Gone are the days of having to prop open a book while measuring ingredients - take the card with you wherever it's easiest to see. You can also bring cocktails you want to try on your next shopping trip as a reminder of which ingredients you need. You can even use the cards to display cocktail choices at a party or announce the cocktail of the day. And when you're not sure which cocktail to try next, just shuffle the cards and pull a recipe at random for a delicious surprise!

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Tasty, enticing, and bursting with flavour, Flavour Kitchen showcases the baking that took Crystelle to the final of The Great British Bake Off 2021, as well as her flair for creative savoury dishes.Divided into two halves - savoury and sweet - Crystelle's recipes make cooking and baking with the most vibrant and exciting flavours easy. Drawing inspiration from around the world, there are 75 flavour-packed recipes here for every occasion, from zingy curries, mouth-watering pastas and zesty salads to scrumptious cakes, pull-apart breads and indulgent brownies. Featuring a handy guide to Crystelle's hero ingredients and star seasonings - all of which feature in multiple recipes - it couldn't be easier to raise your flavour game.

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Designed as a complementary volume to The Chakra Bible, part of the world's bestselling MBS series Includes practical exercises that you can work on at home, complete with an exclusive CD to create a truly interactive experience.

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Cats are natural-born yogis – they know this – and when you’re practising your poses, be it cobra, cow or even crow, you’d better be ready for your kitty to upstage you. With charming illustrations and easy-to-follow yoga poses, this delightful guide will help you perfect the “cat stretch” and maybe even impress your flexible feline friend.

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If yoga and doodling had a baby, this book would be it! GOLD Winner – Living Now Book Awards 2020 Best book for Meditation, Relaxation & Anxiety Relief SILVER Winner – Nautilus Book Awards 2020 Books for Creativity & Innovation BOOK OF THE WEEK – Women’s Own Explore the naturally calming sensations of your own breath like never before with the simple, fast, and instantly relaxing exercises inside Draw Breath. Meditative and gorgeously illustrated, this award-winning book is like nothing else in the world of well-being. Draw Breath comes recommended by some of the world’s leading authors and clinical researchers in meditation. Draw Breath is not just ideal for beginners but also for experts seeking to regain their “beginner’s mind” by looking at meditation techniques in a fresh way. You don’t need to be good at drawing; you don’t need to be a yogi, or have any experience with meditation… all you need is a pencil, and your breath. Combining the philosophies of breathwork, mindfulness and psychology, along with adult creativity, well-being and colouring books in a totally unique and accessible way, this book will help you make “breath-taking” changes in your life. “Just pencil and breath… a new way to nourish the soul! Playful and wise, Draw Breath is a visual delight” – Patricia Gerbarg MD, author of The Healing Power of the Breath

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Break free from the clutches of perfectionism and start loving yourself a little more Do you feel social pressure to have the “perfect” life, the “perfect” job and the “perfect” body? Do you magnify your flaws and play down your strengths? Then this book is for you. Bursting with thought-provoking tips, tricks and affirmations, it’ll help you quieten your inner critic, squash your self-doubt and be kinder to yourself. Because you are more than “good enough” – and it’s time you recognized it.

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Supercharge your confidence and upgrade your 'win' with this collection of motivational quotations from the world's most eminent business people, politicians, writers and honest-to-goodness ass-kickers. This book will show you the way to success! BELIEVE AND ACHIEVE.

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'I love this book!' - Mandy Lehto, Psychologies Magazine What if it were possible to help ourselves thrive, rather than simply survive? The Self-Care Revolution is designed to help and restore your day-to-day energy reserves so that, rather than running on empty, you will have the strength and spirit to excel with whatever life brings. Discover the Vitality Wheel - a complete body and mind Self-Care Toolkit that will boost your health, happiness and resourcefulness.'An inspiring, intelligent, warm and friendly toolkit. One of those books that you'll remember forever.' - Nicola Elliott, founder of Neom Organics'An essential bible of how to live your best life. I can't wait to begin using my Vitality Wheel.' - Anya Hayes'With intimate knowledge of the ways in which we might be struggling, Suzy guides you to a place of innate self-care and kindness without ever overwhelming or over-promising. Inspired.' - Eminé Rushton, Psychologies Magazine Wellness Director

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'I must be a mermaid… I have no fear of depths, and a great fear of shallow living.' Anaïs Nin Mermaids are magical, beautiful, mysterious and symbolic of freedom. Now you can explore the underwater world of these mythical creatures in this colouring adventure. Relax, take a break and float away in an ocean of pure imagination.

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The essential guide, written by CBD specialist Dr Julie Moltke"Everything you need to know about CBD, and how it works in the body with so many beneficial health effects." - Max Kirsten aka The Sleep Coach"A simple yet comprehensive, fun-to-read overview of everything you need to know about CBD." - Dr Andrew Agius, The Pain Clinic"Clear and easily understandable [...] everyone can learn something from reading this." - Tina Horsted MDCannabidiol, better known as CBD, is a natural remedy with a range of incredible health benefits, and one of the fastest-growing wellness trends of recent years. CBD is everywhere - and no wonder, as it has been found to help a huge range of conditions, including anxiety, insomnia and chronic pain. A Quick Guide to CBD cuts straight to the facts, telling you all you need to know about CBD in simple terms. This book will help you to discover how CBD can help you with specific conditions - and how it will improve your overall health and happiness too. CBD specialist Dr Julie Moltke explains...- The many benefits of using CBD- CBD science for absolute beginners- How and when to take CBD- Vapes, oils, salves, gummies... what is the best option for you?Dr Julie Moltke is founder and Editor-in-Chief of Dosage, an online magazine that explores the world of cannabis health and wellness through a doctor's lens. She has dedicated the past years of her life to understanding the science behind CBD, one of the major hot topics of the decade.Find her online at www.drjuliemoltke.com and on Instagram @julie.moltke and Twitter @DrJulieMoltke

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Running isn't a hobby, it's a way of life.Runners run to be the best they can be, to challenge who they are, to inspire others and to champion their cause.From the woman who ran for three and a half days without sleep, to the 61-year-old man who broke records in an 875-km ultramarathon, this collection of unforgettable stories will inspire anyone who's ever pounded the pavement to keep on running and enjoy every minute of this liberating sport.

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Tips and ideas to help you survive your uni years, from freshers week to final exams You’ve been waiting for the time you head off to university since you started school and now that you’ve got the grades (well done!), and a place on your chosen course, you’re so close to experiencing student life. Helping you to make the most of your time there, this little book is packed with information and advice, including: Household hacks such as how to personalize your room Budget tips for making that student loan go further Studying tips – from note-taking to ways to beat exam stress DIY ideas for all your fancy-dress needs. Whether your passion is society life, drinking shots or studying, your university experience will hold both new adventures and fresh challenges. This guide is packed with tips to help you survive and thrive at uni, from pulling an all-nighter in the library to an all-nighter at the club. It’s time to wave goodbye to free home-cooked meals and say hello to freedom!

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Escape to the sunlight and colour of a wild island in the south Aegean.When Jennifer moves alone into the Honey Factory on a tiny Greek island, bringing a laptop, her hiking boots and plans for a peaceful life, she has no idea what surprises are in store.Diving into an exciting new life with a fisherman, she learns something every day. Joining the dancing at local festivals and helping at a café on the beach, surviving winter storms and finding a canine companion, she is faced with both challenges and rewards, and discovers that to become an island woman she must live small and think big.

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For Anna, a cycling enthusiast, the decision to ride 4,000 miles solo around the coast of the UK wasn’t that hard. Following the river from London until it became the sea, then following the sea until it reached the mouth of the Thames again was a beautifully simple idea. But after epic highs, incredible lows, unforgettable scenery and unpronounceable place names – as well as a hearty battle with some good old British weather – her simple idea turns into a compelling journey of self-discovery, and an eye-opening insight into what makes the island where she lives so special.

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Tired of airport security queues, delays and all those extra taxes and charges, Tom Chesshyre embarks on a series of high-speed adventures across the Continent on its fast trains instead. From shiny London St Pancras, Tom travels to places that wouldn't feature on a standard holiday wish-list, and discovers the hidden delights of mysterious Luxembourg, super-trendy Rotterdam, much-maligned Frankfurt and lovely lakeside Lausanne, via a pop concert in Lille. It's 186 mph all the way - well, apart from a power cut in the Channel Tunnel on the way to Antwerp. Is our idea of 'Europe' changing as its destinations become easier to reach? And what fun can you have at the ends of the lines? Jump on board and find out!

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It is widely known that crystals are beautiful objects, but did you know that they''re also potent healing tools? With so many varieties of crystals on the market, how do you know where to start, and which crystals are right for you?From the leading crystal expert Judy Hall, The Little Box of Crystals to Heal the Mind, Body and Spirit provides essential information on how to choose, use, cleanse and program key crystals, each suited for a specific area of your life. With Rose Quartz for improving relationships, Citrine Quartz for raising your self-confidence, or Selenite for strengthening spiritual practices, this crystal box has it all.The Little Box of Crystals to Heal the Mind, Body and Spirit contains 4 tumbled crystals and a 96-page booklet featuring profiles on different crystals, organised into chapters such as Crystals for the Body, Crystals for the Heart, Crystals for the Mind and Crystals for the Spirit.Crystals included:Citrin

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In Everyday Harumi, now reissed as an attractive jacketed paperback, Harumi Kurihara, Japan's most popular cookery writer, selects her favourite foods and presents more than 60 new home-style recipes for you to make for family and friends. Harumi wants everyone to be able to make her recipes and she demonstrates how easy it is to cook Japanese food for every day occasions without needing to shop at specialist food stores. Using many of her favourite ingredients, Harumi presents recipes for soups, starters, snacks, party dishes, main courses and family feasts that are quick and simple to prepare, all presented in her effortless, down-to-earth and unpretentious approach to stylish living and eating. Every recipe is photographed and includes beautiful step-by-step instructions that show key Japanese cooking techniques. Texture and flavour are important to Japanese food and Harumi takes you through the basic sauces you can make at home and the staples you should have in your store cupboard.Photographed by award-winning photographer Jason Lowe, this warm and approachable cookbook invites you to cook and share Japanese food in a simple and elegant style.

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Follow the hilarious misadventures of Ian Moore and his family as their search for serenity in rural France leads them on a journey of chaos, commotion and comedyComedian, mod and professional grump Ian Moore has had enough. Tired of being unable to park anywhere near his cramped house in a noisy town he doesn''t like, he hatches a plan to move his wife and young son to a remote corner of the Loire Valley in search of serenity and space. Several years later, Ian finds himself up to his neck in bilingual offspring, feral cats, promiscuous horses, dysfunctional spaniels and needy hens; he''s wrestling with electric fences, a foreign language, a mountain of animal waste and a wife who collects livestock like there''s a biblical flood on the horizon, all while trying not to dirty his pristine loafers.But despite the ups, downs and increasing demands of Ian''s showbiz career, the Moore family persevere in true Brit style to create a unique, colourful and ul

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