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Making a haven for wildlife doesn’t require acres of land in the countryside. If you get the habitat and planting right, then even the tiniest of urban gardens can host a variety of creatures from birds and bees to hedgehogs.Covering everything from going organic to making a pond and turning your green space into a wildlife haven – this book is for gardeners who want to apply a more holistic approach to gardening and create their own urban sanctuary. Through a collection of simple projects that can be easily adapted for a variety of gardens and planting guides, this book will help you to re-connect with natural world on your own doorstep.Jane Moore will draw on her 16 years of experience of creating an urban sanctuary in the heart of the city as she lays out the simple ways in which you can approach making even the smallest patch of land a haven for wildlife, great or small.

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"As far as I'm concerned, this is a book of bliss!" – Nigella LawsonThe essential cookbook for preparing perfect Polish dumplings at home. Delve deep into regional recipes from all over Poland with the traditional ingredients and stories that define these delicious dumplings. From the Baltic Sea with its abundance of fish, to the unique smoky and sour flavours of the mountainous south and beyond, discover endless options to satisfy every craving. As well as regional classics, Zuza Zak offers sweet and savoury dumplings for every occasion. With new and original creations, plus crowd-pleasing vegan and gluten-free options, Pierogi is a fascinating celebration of this beloved Polish speciality.

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Over 70 projects for stylish witches to make at home.Wicked Baker, Helena Garcia, is back with a new book to help you witch-craft your way to a more magical life, with creative projects for you and your home.Inspired by ancient folklore and all things mystical, Helena offers remedies for your apothecary using foraged ingredients and age-old formulae; fashion accessories for your witch's wardrobe; enchanting homewares and decorations; devilishly delicious recipes both sweet and savoury; and tipsy tonics.With Helena's creepy ideas, you'll learn how to make playful projects like an evil eye choker, peppermint foot spray, a Christmas spider wreath, and piranha fish pie, among many others. All you need are simple materials and ingredients, a little imagination, and a sprinkling of sorcery.

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Green Living is a practical, lifestyle guide to living life more thoughtfully: less buying, more doing, less wanting and more enjoying.A new edition of the bestselling Live Green, packed with new content and beautiful lifestyle photography to help inspire your journey to a more sustainable life.This book is a collection of changes you can make to your home and lifestyle over the course of a year. Jen Chillingsworth offers up achievable advice and tips for anyone and everyone, no matter where you live or what job you do. From making your own cleaning products, soy candles, buying vintage, giving up plastic to celebrating simply – discover how to get the most out of living a more modest, meaningful life.Learn to live and enjoy the little things.

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An indulgent cookbook chock-full of a chocoholic's dream recipes.For every baker with a sweet tooth, chocolate recipes are the ultimate treat. This cookbook will delight with its stunning photography and 30 recipes for Cakes and Breads, Desserts, Cookies and Bites, and Bits and Pieces.Whether just for you, or for a friend who's a mad chocolate fan, this is the perfect gift. It's full of inspiration for all types of occasion and includes the perfect recipe whether you're new to baking, or an old hand!Many of the recipes make lovely gifts in themselves, so why not make someone special a batch of chocolate bark or some chocolate-dipped shortbread?Enjoy the sweeter side of life with this irresistible little cookbook.

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"Cooking on the Big Green Egg is an all-round experience... I view it as an oven that just happens to live in the garden that can do all the things a conventional oven does, plus much more. There’s nothing else quite like it." – Tom KerridgeThe Big Green Egg has been a phenomenon in the world of outdoor cooking, with a devoted following and high-end reputation. This is not just a brilliant BBQ, this is the most versatile and exciting bit of cooking kit there is. Not only can you cook on the griddle, oven roast, smoke, bake, or leave to 'low and slow', but you can treat it like a konro, mangal, forno, parilla, comal, tandoor or hāngi and create a plethora of international dishes of restaurant quality. Master Fish Tacos for friends and family, rustle up a Chicken Balti for a cosy night in, present Bistecca Fiorentina for a Tuscan feast, or serve up a Couscous Royale for a balmy summer evening. And with the expert guidance of award-winning food writer Tim Hayward, you’ll be making exceptional dishes all year round. The EGG and this cookbook will encourage you to never look at cooking the same way again. The EGG can be the linchpin of a memorable outdoor event, giving you the confidence to cook beyond your normal repertoire and create an occasion – whether it’s a special dinner for two or a celebration for many.

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Dive into the fascinating world of coastal wildlife with this holiday pocket guide. Featuring 40 beautifully illustrated pebbles, shells, crabs, small sea creatures and more, discover more about life between the tides with The Little Guide to Shorelines. Each entry has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by associated facts and fables. There is also an interactive spotter's guide at the back, where you can check off what you find. This informative, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors. An activity for adults and children alike, enjoy The Little Guide to Shorelines on your next trip to the sea.

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SLICE is packed with over 30 recipes to make sure you finally delete your local takeaway from speed dial #1. From an NY slice, to true Neapolitan pizza made in a frying pan, SLICE offers classic and new creations, and even a sweet Nutella pizza ring! Learn how to make the greatest Neapolitan pizza dough, the perfect San Marzano tomato topping, then grace your creation with the finest ingredients – from Double Pepperoni and Spicy Honey through Aubergine Parmigiana, from Carbonara to Capricciosa; and the fiery Burrata Diavola. What's not to love? Go on, grab a SLICE!

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Nathan Outlaw's Fish Kitchen is the perfect companion for fish lovers searching for fresh inspiration in the kitchen, with more than 70 recipes from top chef Nathan Outlaw.The theme is simplicity: discover a world of easy-to-prepare recipes based on sustainable species and easy-to-obtain ingredients. The book takes you through core cooking techniques from raw, cured and smoked to barbecued, baked and grilled, and so much more. In each chapter, Nathan reveals the fish varieties best suited to each technique, plus secrets for simplicity in your own fish kitchen. Nathan's mouth-watering recipes will have you cooking everything from Scallops with hazelnut butter and watercress to Seafood burgers with celeriac and apple salad. For those buying whole fish – or catching their own – there's even an illustrated step-by-step guide to their preparation, guiding you through every stage of the process. With this easy-to-use cookbook, you'll be preparing elegant fish dishes from the comfort of your own kitchen in no time.

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Botanical Dyes features recipes and top tips on everything you need to know to make your own natural dyes. The process of turning plants into print can help you reconnect with nature, find a creative outlet and develop a mindful sense of presence. It also promotes an awareness of sustainable practices and how to reduce our impact on the planet. Extracting from and updating her book Botanical Inks, Babs talks the home crafter through everything from foraging for dyes, making mordants, creating an array of colours and then putting your new knowledge to the test through a collection of simple projects. With more than 15 dye recipes, clear step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips and explanations of what works and why, Botanical Dyes is the accessible handbook that modern makers everywhere have been waiting for.

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