Food & Drink
Feast on an assortment of flavours in our Food & Drink section. From delicious cookbooks on cuisines across the globe to insightful commentaries on the cultural impact of gastronomy, here you’re sure to enrich your culinary repertoire. We have books perfect for aspiring chefs, passionate bakers and food lovers.
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A Cook's Tour : In Search of the Perfect Meal
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This book is a must-read for food enthusiasts who crave more than just recipes. Anthony Bourdain takes you on a wild ride across the globe, exploring diverse cultures and pushing culinary boundaries. With his signature wit and no-holds-barred approach, Bourdain reveals the raw and gritty reality of the food world while immersing you in mouthwatering descriptions that will leave you with a craving for more. Through his passionate and adventurous spirit, he shows us that food is not just nourishment, but a gateway to understanding the world. Prepare to have your taste buds tickled and your worldview expanded as you embark on this captivating culinary journey.
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Whisky: The Manual
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This highly accessible and enjoyable guide is full of practical and fascinating information about how to enjoy whisky. All whisky styles are covered, including (just whisper it) blends. Along the way a good few myths are exploded, including the idea that whisky has to be taken neat. In 'What to Drink', Dave Broom explores flavour camps - how to understand a style of whisky - and moves on to provide extensive tasting notes of the major brands, demonstrating whisky's extraordinary diversity. In 'How to Drink', he sets out how to enjoy whisky in myriad ways - using water and mixers, from soda to green tea; and in cocktails, from the Manhattan to the Rusty Nail. He even looks at pairing whisky and food. In this spirited, entertaining and no-nonsense guide, world-renowned expert Dave Broom dispels the mysteries of whisky and unlocks a whole host of exciting possibilities for this magical drink.
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Tagines and Couscous : Delicious Recipes for Moroccan One-Pot Cooking
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"Tagines and Couscous" by Ghillie Basan is a great choice for those looking for authentic Moroccan cuisine. The book features a range of recipes for beef, lamb, chicken, and fish tagines, as well as delicious vegetarian options. The addition of couscous variations and fresh-tasting salads make it a complete guide for a Moroccan-inspired feast. The use of fragrant spices, such as preserved lemon and thyme, will transport the reader to the heart of Moroccan cuisine.
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Kathy Matthews, Roy E. Vartabedian |
Harpercollins
Nutripoints : The Breakthrough Point System for Optimal Nutrition
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Nutripoints could be a good read for individuals looking to improve their diet and overall health. The book presents a simple program that evaluates the nutritional value of foods and provides a Nutripoint score, making it easier to make informed choices about what you eat. With its emphasis on meeting nutritional needs and preventing illnesses, Nutripoints is a valuable resource for anyone looking to take control of their health and wellness.
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Maria Ricci
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Hamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Pasta Dishes : Hamlyn All Colour Cookbook
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Hamlyn All Colour Cookbook: 200 Pasta Recipes is perfect for pasta lovers who want to try a variety of dishes. The book includes easy-to-follow recipes for classics like spaghetti carbonara and lasagne, as well as more adventurous dishes featuring seafood and vegetables. Each recipe comes with a mouth-watering full-page photo, and the clever variations and new ideas provide endless possibilities for experimentation. Users are likely to appreciate the wide range of options available in this book, making it a go-to for pasta enthusiasts.
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Jacqueline Clarke and Joanna Farrow
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The Complete Mediterranean Cookbook
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This cookbook is perfect for anyone looking to add variety to their diet with flavorful and healthy dishes. With over 150 recipes and stunning photographs, it's easy to find something to appeal to your taste buds. The book also offers various tips and tricks for cooking and eating the Mediterranean way, making it a valuable addition to any kitchen.
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Jany Fournier-Rosset
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From Saint Hildegard's Kitchen : Foods of Health, Foods of Joy
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From Saint Hildegard's Kitchen contains a collection of tasty and healthy recipes that are easy to follow. The book emphasizes the use of fresh vegetables and herbs from the garden, and the recipes are easy to adapt to a variety of dietary restrictions. The book also includes a brief biography of Hildegard and blessings from Saint Benedict. It would make a great gift for anyone interested in healthy and delicious cooking.
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Dave Broom
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Mitchell
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Whisky: The Manual
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This highly accessible and enjoyable guide is full of practical and fascinating information about how to enjoy whisky. All whisky styles are covered, including (just whisper it) blends. Along the way a good few myths are exploded, including the idea that whisky has to be taken neat. In 'What to Drink', Dave Broom explores flavour camps - how to understand a style of whisky - and moves on to provide extensive tasting notes of the major brands, demonstrating whisky's extraordinary diversity. In 'How to Drink', he sets out how to enjoy whisky in myriad ways - using water and mixers, from soda to green tea; and in cocktails, from the Manhattan to the Rusty Nail. He even looks at pairing whisky and food. In this spirited, entertaining and no-nonsense guide, world-renowned expert Dave Broom dispels the mysteries of whisky and unlocks a whole host of exciting possibilities for this magical drink.
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Maiko San, Maiko- San, Alexis Aldeguer |
Tuttle
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Japanese Cooking with Manga: 59 Easy Recipes Your Friends will Love! : The Gourmand Gohan Cookbook
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Three friends walk you through their best Japanese recipes—in expressive, humorous illustrations!Cooking should be fun, and this highly entertaining Japanese cookbook for beginners is packed full of humor and whimsical illustrations. Japanese Cooking with Manga started out as " Gourmand Gohan ," a hand-drawn and hand-bound edition that the three co-authors circulated among their friends in Barcelona. Each author has a unique take on Japanese food preparation, but they are all equally passionate about food and how it brings people together.Simple, step-by-step Japanese food recipes are accompanied by hand-drawn illustrations and commentary on each page—making this manga cookbook read more like a graphic novel than your average collection of recipes. Information about Japanese culture and traditional Japanese cuisine are presented in a charming and accessible way, making learning a new style of cooking as educational as it is entertaining. The colorful manga art and comic-style stories within this illustrated cookbook will appeal to the serious foodie and experimental chef alike.Easy home style recipes with a Japanese twist These three home cooks took on the world of Japanese food culture—and now, with the stories and recipes in this adventurous cookbook, so can you and your friends.
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Rose Levy Beranbaum
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The Pie and Pastry Bible
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The Pie and Pastry Bible is the ultimate guide to baking delicious pies, tarts, and pastries of all kinds. With over 300 recipes and countless tips and decorating techniques, this book is perfect for both beginner and professional bakers alike. The most unique feature of this book is the separate chapter on crusts, with recipes ranging from flaky cream cheese to goose fat. If you want to perfect your pie game, this book is a must-read.
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Gordon Ramsay's Secrets
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If you are a budding chef or interested in perfecting your culinary game, Gordon Ramsay's Secrets is a great place to start. The book offers a wide range of recipes and techniques for different courses, including fish, meat, vegetables, and salads. The recipes are easy to follow, and the book is full of tips and tricks to elevate your cooking. Users have raved about the book's practicality and its focus on the fundamentals of cooking.
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Coffee Obsession : More Than 100 Tools and Techniques with Inspirational Projects to Make
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More than 150 million Americans drink coffee each day. We're not the only nation obsessed: More than 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed in the world each day.In Coffee Obsession, we take a journey through the coffee-producing nations around the world, presenting the different styles, flavors, and techniques used to brew the perfect cup. We explore how coffee gets from bean to cup in each region, and what that means for the final product.Through clear step-by-step instruction, Coffee Obsession will teach you how to make latte, cappuccino, and other iconic coffee styles as if you were a professionally trained barista. With more than 130 classic coffee recipes to suit every taste, detailed flavor profiles and tasting notes, as well as recommended roasts from around the world, Coffee Obsession is like nothing else out on the market.
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Emily Ansara Baines
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The Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook : From Lamb Stew to "Groosling" - More than 150 Recipes Inspired by The Hunger Games Trilogy
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"Here's some advice. Stay alive." --Haymitch AbernathyWhen it comes to The Hunger Games, staying alive means finding food any way possible. Katniss and Gale hunt live game, Peeta's family survives on the bread they make, and the inhabitants of the Seam work twelve-hour days for a few handfuls of grain--all while the residents of the Capitol gorge themselves on delicacies and desserts to the heart's desire.For the first time, you will be able to create delicious recipes from the humble District 12 to the extravagant Capital, including:French Bread from the Mellark Family BakeryKatniss's Favorite Lamb Stew with Dried PlumsRue's Roasted ParsnipsGale's Bone-Pickin' Big Game SoupCapitol-Grade Dark Chocolate CakeIf you're starving for more from Katniss, Peeta, and Gale, this cookbook is sure to whet your appetite!"Fans Cook Up Recipes for Food Featured in Fantasy Novels. . . This month, The Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook was published, with 150 recipes for rustic, gamy fare." —Wall Street Journal"Hungry for the dishes served up in Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games trilogy? The Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook: From Lamb Stew to "Groosling" —More Than 150 Recipes Inspired by The Hunger Games Trilogy is ready to rock fans' kitchens." —USA Today"The Hunger Games movie is just a few months away, and really, who isn't secretly super-excited for the teen post-apocalyptic book trilogy to make it to the big screen? Watching the trailer on repeat is pretty fun. . . but now comes an even better way to sate your appetite—literally—until the film comes out. The Unofficial Hunger Games Cookbook!" —Village Voice
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GMOs Decoded: A Skeptic's View of Genetically Modified Foods
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If you're intrigued by the ongoing debates surrounding genetically modified foods, "GMOs Decoded" could be a timely and enlightening read for you. Sheldon Krimsky takes an impartial stance, guiding you through various perspectives while addressing health, safety, and environmental concerns associated with GMOs. This book promises a nuanced exploration that might clarify your understanding of the science and politics behind genetic engineering, perfect for anyone looking to form an educated opinion on the matter.
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Nigella Lawson
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How to be A Domestic Goddess
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Nigella Lawson's How to Be a Domestic Goddess is about not only baking, but the enjoyment of being in the kitchen, taking sensuous pleasure in the entire process, and relishing the outcome. Nigella's deliciously reassuring and mouthwatering cookbook demonstrates that it's not terribly difficult to bake a batch of muffins or a layer cake, but the appreciation and satisfaction they bring are disproportionately high. At last, a book that understands our anxieties, feeds our fantasies, and puts cakes, pies, pastries, breads, and biscuits back into our own kitchens.
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Anna Chittenden
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Lost Guides Singapore
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Whether you're an adventurous traveler or a curious armchair explorer, 'Lost Guides - Singapore' will whisk you away to the vibrant streets of Singapore. Its charm lies in showcasing less-trodden paths and celebrating local culture, far beyond the typical tourist traps. The beautiful hand-illustrated maps and vivid photography will make the reading experience as immersive as the actual travel itself, and the interviews with local creatives add a personal touch that can't be found in conventional travel books.
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Victoria Boutenko
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Green Smoothie Revolution : The Radical Leap Towards Natural Health
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A raw food pioneer takes the chore out of eating your greens with this surprisingly simple and powerful solution to getting proper nutrition, every dayThanks to the advent of processed food, people who live in industrial countries, especially those whose families have done so for several generations, often have symptoms of multiple nutrient deficiencies on a very high level. We may not be obviously sick, but may suffer from lack of focus, insomnia, sluggishness, or any host of symptoms caused by nutritional deficiency.Green smoothies provide a way for us to correct these persistent imbalances and begin to discover what health actually feels like. Green Smoothie Revolution offers a wide variety of smoothie recipes as well as the nutrition and know-how behind the drinks.Featuring 200 recipes that pack a powerhouse punch, Boutenko reintroduces long neglected fruits, vegetables, and greens in the most persuasive style for our busy with fast prep and delicious results. Green Smoothie Revolution offers both simplicity and enough variety to keep taste buds happy and the vital nutrients you need.
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Ravinder Bhogal
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Cook in Boots
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A fresh new cook on the block, with over 150 irresistible and easy dishes to dress up, dress down or simply kick off your heels and indulge yourself with. Greed has never been so fashionable! This luscious, sophisticated, you-want-to-eat-the-food-off-the-page cookbook launches an exciting new face in the world of cooking. Ravinder Bhogal is a 'self-confessed greedy girl about town' and your new best friend in the kitchen. Winning the 'Fanny Craddock for the new generation' award from Gordon Ramsay on his 'F-Word' programme, Ravinder has a huge appetite for good food (and unhealthy addiction to high heels). She understands that modern women need a new kind of cookbook that caters to their moods as well as their busy lifestyles, and be accessible and fun. Cook in Boots is divided into 12 chapters offering a simple, tasty and effortless recipe for every capricious, delicious one of * Working It 9 to 5: Work to Eat and Live to Eat * Food No Need to Go Cold Turkey * Fork Me, Spoon The Food of Love and Rude Food * Hard-up For when you've spent all your lolly on your Louboutins * Meet the Parents and Other Situations When You Should Just Let the Food Do the Talking Whether you're a fashionista, career girl, wife, slob, home bunny, disaster zone or Queen - Ravinder will tantalise your tastebuds and your inner fashionista with recipes like Breakfast Burritos with Chorizo and Scrambled Eggs, Butterflied Leg of Lamb with a Spicy Yoghurt and Herb Crust, Love Apple Tartlets with Feta and Bitter Chocolate and Raspberry Popsicles.
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Elaine Yeo, Irene Yeo |
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Irene’s Peranakan Recipes
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If you're a food enthusiast who loves exploring different cuisines and flavors, Irene's Peranakan Recipes is a must-read. This cookbook offers a unique blend of Chinese, Malay, and other Asian influences, resulting in aromatic, spicy, and herbal dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. With easy-to-follow recipes and personal anecdotes, Irene's daughter Elaine Yeo has beautifully compiled her mother's culinary journey, making this book a true gem for anyone looking to embark on their own culinary adventure. Get ready to be inspired and fall in love with the exotic flavors of Peranakan cuisine.
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Luca Invernizzi Tettoni
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The Food of China
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The Food of China would be a great read for those who are curious about Chinese cuisine and culture. This book provides not only a variety of recipes but also insights into the history and traditions of Chinese food. The full-page photograph for each recipe gives readers a good idea of what the dish should look like, making it easier to follow along. The step-by-step instructions are also helpful for beginners who are new to Chinese cooking. Overall, this book is a great resource for anyone looking to explore and enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine.
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Thai Cooking Class
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Thai Cooking Class could be a good read for someone interested in learning how to prepare Thai food. The book provides a wide range of authentic Thai recipes that are easy to follow with step-by-step photography. The most unique and distinctive feature of this book is the focus on visual aids, allowing the reader to see the preparation of each dish and the necessary ingredients.
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The Hairy Bikers' Food Tour of Britain
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Eat, cook and enjoy the best of our counties' traditional food with the Hairy Bikers Great Food Tour of Britain...With their irrepressible enthusiasm for great food, Si King and Dave Myers AKA the Hairy Bikers travel the length and breadth of Britain to discover our finest traditional foods.Touring the counties of Britain on their trusty triumphs, Si and Dave celebrate local recipes and chefs from the villages and towns they explore. Creating delicious meals from local produce they inspire with their bubbling enthusiasm. Find out where the best sausages are made, why Ludlow has become the foody Mecca of the Shires and discover the century-old recipe for gingerbread with a hint of rum and port.Si and Dave are self-confessed life-long foodies. They celebrate each ingredient and create delicious dishes while providing some laughs along the way. THE HAIRY BIKERS' FOOD TOUR OF BRITAIN puts the passion back into cooking and inspires readers to eat the best of British.
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Recommendation: Marie Claire Cooking is perfect for anyone who wants to take their cooking to the next level with easy-to-follow recipes that are both innovative and delicious. With visually enticing photographs and straightforward instructions, Donna Hay's cookbook is a must-have for both accomplished cooks and those who are less confident in the kitchen. Readers will especially love the range of recipes, from bacon and egg pie to orange semolina cake, that are sure to impress friends and family alike. Additionally, Donna Hay's reputation as a renowned food stylist and bestselling cookbook author makes Marie Claire Cooking a reliable and trustworthy resource for all your cooking needs.
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How To Choose Wine
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This book can help you broaden your knowledge of different styles of wine and find the ones you enjoy the most. The author's focus on enjoyment, people, and pleasure makes for an accessible and enjoyable read. With its comparative tastings, vivid descriptions, and tips on buying, storing, and serving wine, this book is a great resource for anyone looking to explore the world of wine in a fun and approachable way.
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On Cooking : A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals: United States Edition
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This book is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of cooking. From food preparation to cooking techniques, this book covers everything. With its comprehensive supplement package, including MyCulinaryLab, students can review their skills and knowledge on their own time. It is a great resource for instructors too as they can manage courses easily with access to key course management tools, tracking student grades and performances, along with data management and reporting. Overall, this book is a great guide for anyone who wants to become a skilled chef in culinary arts, food and nutrition, or hospitality management.
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Ellice Handy
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My Favourite Recipes
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"My Favourite Recipes" is an excellent cookbook for anyone interested in cooking authentic Singapore-Malaysian dishes. The book offers a wide range of recipes that have been tried and tested over time, making it a reliable guide for preparing delicious meals. The unique feature of this cookbook is that it preserves traditional recipes from British colonial kitchens, providing a glimpse into a bygone era. The book is especially recommended for those who are nostalgic about the tastes of their childhood or who enjoy exploring foreign cuisines.
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Alexander Lobrano
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Hungry for Paris: The Ultimate Guide to the City's 102 Best Restaurants
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If you're a foodie dreaming of Parisian gastronomy, "Hungry for Paris" should be your companion. Alec Lobrano serves up a richly described journey through the city's culinary landscape, highlighting places where you can savor truly authentic French dishes. It's a blend of a travel guide and a love letter to the flavors that make Paris an epicurean's haven.
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Jody Gladding, Hervé This |
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Kitchen Mysteries : Revealing the Science of Cooking
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"Kitchen Mysteries" is a perfect read for amateur cooks and professional chefs who are interested in exploring the science behind everyday cooking. The book provides practical advice on preparing meals by understanding the underlying science behind it. Herve This explains complex concepts with concrete examples, making it easy for readers to comprehend. The book also offers tips on how to modify methods to utensils at hand and adapt recipes to available ingredients, allowing readers to experiment and improvise with their cooking.
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Pauline Chan, Samantha Thiessen, Anna Jacob |
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First Foods - Expert Advice And Easy Recipes By Dietitians For Parents Of 6-24 Month Olds
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This book offers expert advice and easy recipes for parents of 6 - 24 month olds, providing a foundational approach to introducing babies to solid foods. The book emphasizes the importance of giving the right foods at the right time, and offers simple, easy to prepare recipes that are easy on the stomach, perfect for fostering healthy eating habits for life.
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Jeff Potter
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Cooking for Geeks : Real Science, Great Hacks, and Good Food
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Why, exactly, do we cook the way we do? Are you curious about the science behind what happens to food as it cooks? Are you the innovative type, used to expressing your creativity instead of just following recipes? Do you want to learn how to become a better cook?Cooking for Geeks is more than just a cookbook. Author and cooking geek Jeff Potter helps you apply curiosity, inspiration, and invention to the food you prepare. Why do we bake some things at 350°F / 175°C and others at 375°F / 190°C? Why is medium-rare steak so popular? And just how quickly does a pizza cook if you “overclock” an oven to 1,000°F / 540°C? This expanded new edition provides in-depth answers, and lets you experiment with several labs and more than 100 recipes— from the sweet (a patent-violating chocolate chip cookie) to the savory (pulled pork under pressure).When you step into the kitchen, you’re unwittingly turned into a physicist and a chemist. This excellent and intriguing resource is for inquisitive people who want to increase their knowledge and ability to cook.• Discover what type of cook you are and learn how to think about flavor• Understand how protein denaturation, Maillard reactions, caramelization, and other reactions impact the foods we cook• Gain firsthand insights from interviews with researchers, food scientists, knife experts, chefs, and writers—including science enthusiast Adam Savage, chef Jaques Pépin, and chemist Hervé This
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Cooking with Fire
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Cooking with Fire is a great read for anyone looking to take their outdoor cooking game to the next level. With unique and unconventional techniques like roasting pork on a spit, baking bread in ashes, and cooking bacon on a stick, this book is perfect for adventurous cooks. The included 100 recipes range from roasted rabbit to fish chowder and baguettes, making it a must-have for anyone looking to add some excitement to their meals.
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Debra Samuels, Paradise Yamamoto, Kengo Ishiguro |
Tuttle
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Gyoza: The Ultimate Dumpling Cookbook : 50 Recipes from Tokyo's Gyoza King - Pot Stickers, Dumplings, Spring Rolls and More!
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This cookbook is perfect for anyone looking to expand their culinary skills and try out new, delicious recipes. With clear step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, even beginners can create mouth-watering dumplings. The book includes a variety of traditional and playful recipes, from potstickers to dessert dumplings, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Impress your loved ones with your newfound cooking expertise by trying out these satisfying and easy-to-make dumpling recipes!
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The Cook's Book - Step-By-Step Techniques & Recipes For Success Every Time From The World's Top Chefs, Including Marcus Wareing, Shaun Hill, Ken Hom & Charlie Trotter
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The Cook's Book is a must-read for anyone looking to elevate their culinary skills. With over 600 delicious recipes and easy-to-achieve techniques, this book is perfect for aspiring chefs and home cooks alike. The book's unique feature is its inclusion of tips and tricks from some of the world's top chefs, including Marcus Wareing, Shaun Hill, Ken Hom & Charlie Trotter. Readers will love the step-by-step approach to classic dishes and new techniques, allowing them to create perfection on their plates every time.
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Jasmine Hemsley
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The Art of Eating Well
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The Art of Eating Well is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their dietary habits. The cookbook offers over 150 delicious and inventive recipes that prioritize good health and nourishment. The Hemsley sisters' philosophy of a healthy gut leading to a healthy mind and body is easy to follow with comprehensive advice on ingredients, techniques, and meal plans. Beautifully photographed and designed, this cookbook is a kitchen bible for food lovers looking to feel better and more energized.
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Grace Cheetham
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Duncan
Baird
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The Best Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free & Dairy-Free Recipes - More Than 100 Mouth-Watering Recipes For All The Family
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This book is perfect for anyone looking for delicious recipes that cater to multiple dietary restrictions. With over 100 mouth-watering recipes, it offers a wide variety of options for those who are gluten-free, wheat-free, and dairy-free. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for the whole family, this book provides you with wholesome and satisfying meals that everyone can enjoy. Don't sacrifice flavor and taste, indulge in these allergy-free delights!
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Adam Liaw
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Hamlyn
The Zen Kitchen - Real Japanese Family Food
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Learn how to cook healthy, delicious Japanese recipes at home, and discover Zen philosophies to guide you and your family to healthier, more enjoyable meal times. Your new family favorites will soon include delicious dishes such as: Teriyaki Pork and Mushroom Rolls, Tantan Chicken Nabe, Spring Rain Noodle Salad with Spinach and Shiitake, Wagyu with Autumn Leaf Daikon and Sashimi Salad.As so many of us have discovered, it's hard not to fall in love with the Japanese style of eating that has long been based in the traditional wisdoms of the culture. And it is proven that the Japanese are among the healthiest, longest-living people on earth. In The Zen Kitchen, Adam Liaw has created a stunningly photographed guide to easy Japanese recipes that you and your family will love, and combined them with the wisdom of the East to show a whole new healthy way of eating and enjoying food.
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Gordon Ramsay
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Quadrille
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Gordon Ramsay's Sunday Lunch - And Other Recipes From The F Word
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This cookbook is perfect for those who want to elevate their Sunday lunch game. Featuring a wide range of recipes that cater to different tastes and skill levels, this book offers guidance at each stage, making it easy for home-cooks to whip up a delicious and impressive meal. The most unique aspect of the book is the variety of cuisines covered, including Italian, Indian and Moroccan, which adds an exciting twist to traditional Sunday roasts. Users would rave about the clear instructions and helpful tips provided by Ramsay and Mead.
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Felicity Dahl, Josie Fison, Roald Dahl |
Viking
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Roald Dahl's Revolting Recipes is a quirky cookbook with imaginative and easy-to-follow recipes that range from the delicious to the downright disgusting. It's perfect for fans of Roald Dahl's books who want to bring his bizarre and magical world into their kitchens, impress their friends with unusual treats, or just have fun experimenting with new flavors. The illustrations by Quentin Blake and full-color photographs bring the book to life and enhance the appeal of the recipes.
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Rosalind Mowe
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Konemann
South-east Asian Specialties : A Culinary Journey
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A comprehensive guide to the cuisines of Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia
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Victoria Boutenko, Gabriel Cousens |
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12 Steps to Raw Foods : How to End Your Dependency on Cooked Food
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If you're looking to transition to a healthier lifestyle and incorporate more raw foods into your diet, "12 Steps to Raw Foods" is the perfect guide. The book not only highlights the benefits of raw foods but also provides practical tips and coping strategies to help readers sustain their chosen diet. With an open and conversational tone, Victoria Boutenko offers a convenient 12-step format to guide readers through the physical, psychological, and spiritual phases of this transition. The book also touches on the importance of living in harmony with people who don't share the same point of view on eating. Overall, readers highly recommend this book as a great resource for those looking to improve their health through diet.
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Kate Heddings
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Amer
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Food & Wine : An Entire Year of Recipes
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"Food & Wine: An Entire Year of Recipes" could be a great resource for food enthusiasts seeking to explore delicious and diverse culinary fare all year round. With over 500 tested and accessible recipes from renowned chefs, readers can trust that they'll be able to prepare these dishes in the comfort of their own homes. The cookbook also includes 50 new test-kitchen tips and an extensive glossary of wines to complement the meals.
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Pascale Naessens
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Lannoo
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Natural Food that Makes You Happy
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Natural Food that Makes You Happy could be a good read for someone who wants to eat healthy without giving up flavor. The book offers easy to make, delicious, and healthy recipes that will leave the reader feeling happier, more beautiful, and more energetic. The book is not just a collection of recipes but a way of living and thinking, promoting a healthier and happier lifestyle.
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Michael
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Jamie's Food Tube: The BBQ Book
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"Jamie's Food Tube: The BBQ Book" is an essential read for anyone who loves to grill. Each of the 50 recipes in the book is easy-to-follow and accompanied by helpful tips and cooking techniques that will transform your barbecue game. From Cherry-wood smoked chicken to mouth-watering pulled pork, these recipes will guarantee a successful and delicious backyard feast. DJ BBQ's expertise and Jamie Oliver's endorsement make this book a must-have for outdoor cooks everywhere.
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Mark Bittman
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Broadway
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The Best Recipes in the World : More Than 1,000 International Dishes to Cook at Home
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The bestselling author of How to Cook Everything has gathered over 1,000 recipes in 52 international menus for the best dishes that people cook every day on every continent in the world--from Spain to India, from Mexico to Thailand. Two-color interior; 100+ b/w drawings.
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Janet De Neefe
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Periplus
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Fragrant Rice : My Continuing Love Affair with Bali [Includes 115 Recipes]
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This memoir, peppered with authentic Balinese recipes, is a love letter to the food and culture of BaliWhen Janet De Neefe stepped off the plane in Bali in 1974, she felt an immediate connection to this island paradise. Though curious about Bali's culture, its warm people and its mouthwatering cuisine, she didn't expect to fall in love with a Balinese man and make a new life there. Now, years later, Janet and her husband have four children and run two of the most successful restaurants in Bali.In this delightful memoir, Janet shares entertaining stories of being 'gently shaped like warm rice for offerings' as she adapts to another culture and way of life. She offers insights into the ancient myths and rituals still alive in Bali today and passes on delicious recipes handed down through generations of her husband's family.Fragrant Rice shows how the love, hope and warmth that makes this island such a special place is still very much alive today.Family recipes included
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Nigella Lawson
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Hachette
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Nigella Bites : From Family Meals to Elegant Dinners--Easy, Delectable Recipes for Any Occasion
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With her charming style, delicious recipes, bestselling cookbooks, and popular cooking show, Nigella Lawson has become a household name--symbolizing all that is sumptuous and pleasurable about food. In Nigella Bites, Nigella shares her favorite recipes that are easy to make after a busy day at the office, perfect to linger over during a lazy weekend, or fun to make with kids on a rainy afternoon. All the recipes are delectable to read, dreamy to look at, and, of course, delicious to eat. Whether cooking Pasta E Fagioli or baking Orange Breakfast Muffins, Nigella knows just how to achieve maximum flavor with minimum effort.
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Delia Smith's Summer Collection
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Delia Smith's Summer Collection is a perfect recipe book for those who want to add a new twist to their summer meals by incorporating new flavors from around the world. Delia's recipe selection offers interesting and refreshing ideas for light summer meals, such as barbecues, buffets, and summer teas. The book's colorful illustrations and step-by-step instructions make it an easy-to-follow guide, perfect for both novice and experienced home cooks.
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Nicole M. Avena
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Ten
Speed
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What To Eat When You're Pregnant : A Week-by-Week Guide to Support Your Health and Your Baby's Development During Pregnancy
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An approachable guide to what to eat--as opposed to what to avoid--while pregnant and nursing, to support the mother's health and the baby's development during each stage of pregnancy, with 50 recipes.New research suggests that the foods you eat during pregnancy can have lasting effects on your baby’s brain development and behavior, as well as your waistline. Drawing from the fields of medicine, nutrition, and psychology, this easy-to-follow guide, which also includes 50 recipes, gives you a clear understanding of what your body really needs and how certain foods contribute to the development of a healthy and happy baby.
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Sophie Braimbridge
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Murdoch
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Simply Italian
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Simply Italian is a fantastic book for anyone who loves Italian food but is intimidated by complex recipes. The book provides a wide range of easy-to-follow authentic Italian recipes that use simple ingredients and techniques to create delicious meals. Each recipe is accompanied by mouth-watering photos that will make your taste buds and imagination run wild. Whether you're a beginner cook or a seasoned Italian cuisine veteran, Simply Italian is a must-read that will give you the confidence and inspiration to create authentic and delicious Italian dishes.
Savour the World of Culinary Arts
Here at Thryft, our Food & Drink section offers a chance for you to explore new recipes, or the rich histories of your favourite dishes. Whether it’s perfecting a particular cuisine, or understanding the intricacies of a vintage wine, our collection can open the door to culinary adventures. Here, no matter if you’re a novice or an enthusiast, you can find something to inspire you in your kitchen.
We stock an extensive and diverse range of cookbooks, from cookbooks on global cuisines to cookbooks for specific diets. Here you’ll find everything you need to master new recipes.
You can find our vegan / vegetarian cookbooks here!
Yes, we do! You can find at Thryft recipe books on cakes, ice-creams, cookies and a variety of mouth-watering desserts.
Yes! We've got collections from Jamie Oliver and Martha Stewart, household names you can draw inspiration from!