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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Cooking Under 10 Minutes - Thryft
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Tarla Dalal | Sanjay & Co/mumbai/india

Cooking Under 10 Minutes

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Cooking Under 10 Minutes is perfect for busy individuals who don't have the time to cook elaborate meals but still want delicious homemade food. The book offers a variety of recipes that can be cooked in just under 10 minutes, which is great for those on a tight schedule. Its unique feature is its emphasis on speedy cooking and its ability to produce tasty meals in minutes. Users would review the book positively for its simplicity, convenience, and delicious recipes.
Escape the Diet Trap - Thryft
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John Briffa | Fourth Estate Ltd

Escape the Diet Trap

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"Escape the Diet Trap" is a pioneering book, challenging the popular, yet ineffective methods of calorie counting and low-fat diets for sustainable weight loss. It sheds light on how weight loss is not just about calorie intake, but also about the impact our diets have on key hormones such as insulin and leptin. Using simple tricks and mental shifts, this book empowers readers to make intuitive, health-focused choices for long-term success.
Home Cooking With Sam And Forest - Thryft
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Home Cooking with Sam and Forest is an excellent cookbook for those who want to replicate tasty dishes at home without much hassle. Sam and Forest Leong, Singapore's favorite chefs, provide easy-to-follow recipes that don't compromise on taste. With a focus on wholesome meals that are simple to replicate, this book is perfect for those who love good food and want to try their hand at cooking. Users would likely recommend the book for its mouth-watering recipes and easy-to-understand directions.
The Juicing Book: A Complete Guide to the Juicing of Fruits and Vegetables for Maximum Health - Thryft
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Recommendation: The Juicing Book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in using fresh juices to boost their health and vitality. The book provides comprehensive information on the value of juices for the body, as well as helpful charts, delicious recipes, and tips on using juicing equipment. Its most unique feature is its up-to-date, expert guidance on using juices to meet the body's specific needs, making it an essential read for anyone looking to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
Love Fed : Purely Decadent, Simply Raw, Plant-Based Desserts - Thryft
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Christina Ross | Benbella Books

Love Fed : Purely Decadent, Simply Raw, Plant-Based Desserts

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Nourish your body as you indulge in Love Fed desserts—heaven in every bite.An artist in the kitchen, Christina Ross relies on intuition and creativity to conjure up her beautiful Parisian-inspired confections. Christina found her calling when she transitioned to a raw, vegan diet and discovered one thing was missing—decadent sweets! She set out to remedy the situation and, to her surprise and delight, found that the heavenly, nutritious treats she created didn't just satisfy her sweet tooth—they were better than traditional sweets in every way!In Love Purely Decadent, Simply Raw, Plant-Based Desserts , Christina, founder of the vegan dessert line PatisseRaw and the popular blog love-fed.com, serves up raw, vegan treats full of nourishing ingredients and intense flavor, without a touch of gluten, dairy, or refined sweeteners. Love Fed takes the plant-based, no-cook method of preparing desserts to new heights with more than 80 delicious, easy recipes.Christina gives you everything from Pistachio Saffron Rose Water Ice Cream and Chocolate Almond Hazelnut Caramel Apple Torte to Trail-Blazing Truffles , Blueberry Coconut Dreamsicles , and Splendid Day Red Velvet Cupcakes , satisfying to even the most discerning sweet tooth. Along the way, she introduces new ingredients, shares her solutions for potential hiccups, tells stories from her life, and includes mouthwatering full-color photos.Featuring a recipe by Jason Mraz, Love Fed caters to both novices and experienced foodies alike. Chocolate lovers, caramel aficionados, ice cream devotees, cake enthusiasts, cheesecake fans— Love Fed has it all for you.
Becoming Vegetarian : The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Vegetarian Diet - Thryft
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Becoming Vegetarian : The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Vegetarian Diet

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"Becoming Vegetarian" is a highly informative guide for anyone looking to make a healthy transition towards a plant-based diet. Packed with recipes, nutrition guidelines, and practical tips for weight control, this book teaches readers how to achieve a healthful vegetarian life with ease. The book's emphasis on optimal nutrition and easy meal planning make it a must-read for anyone exploring the benefits of vegetarianism.
Body For Life - Thryft
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Michael D'Orso, Bill Phillips  | Harpercollins Publishers, Inc.

Body For Life

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Body For Life could be a good read for users who are looking for a structured program to help them get in shape. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its holistic approach, which combines a fitness plan with a mindset change, nutrition guidelines, and time management techniques. Users may find the book helpful if they are looking for a step-by-step guide that is easy to follow and has been successful for others.
Deliciously Ella : Awesome ingredients, incredible food that you and your body will love - Thryft
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This book would be a great read for anyone looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into their diet. Ella Mills, also known as Deliciously Ella, shares over 100 sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipes that are not only delicious but also easy to make. Her philosophy revolves around embracing natural foods that your body loves and creating fresh, simple dishes that taste amazing. Through her own health journey, she shows that eating healthy doesn't have to be daunting or restrictive, but rather a positive and nourishing way of life. So, if you're looking to nourish your body with delicious plant-based recipes, this book is a must-read for you!
20-Minute Menus - Thryft
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Marian Burros | Simon & Schuster

20-Minute Menus

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Recommended for busy individuals who want healthy meals without spending too much time in the kitchen. The book provides precise shopping lists, strategies, and tips for a perfectly timed meal. Most unique feature: all 100 menus have been designed and tested specifically to save time, making it perfect for those who want to eat healthy but have a busy lifestyle.
The Hungover Cookbook - Thryft
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Milton Crawford | Square Peg

The Hungover Cookbook

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Imagine waking up after a big night out and having a playful, tailored remedy at your fingertips. "The Hungover Cookbook" turns your post-party blues into a culinary adventure, ensuring that instead of suffering, you’re laughing and munching your way back to normal. It's not just about food, it's about finding a speck of joy in the bleakest of mornings.
The Once-a-Week Gardener: Time-Saving Tips and Essential Tasks Season-by-Season - Thryft
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The Once-a-Week Gardener: Time-Saving Tips and Essential Tasks Season-by-Season

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If your days are swamped but you yearn for the therapeutic touch of soil and plants, 'The Once-a-Week Gardener' could be your green thumb guide. Carolyn Hutchinson distills gardening into manageable bites, ensuring that even the busiest bees can maintain a bloom-worthy garden. Season by season, you'll find your garden sanctuary without overwhelming your calendar.
Party Foods : 320 Mouthwatering Recipes for Every Occasion, from Light Bites, Brunches and Buffets to Dinner Parties, Shown in 1000 Photographs - Thryft
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Everything you need to know about successful party planning, with advice on budgets, drawing up a guest list and invitations, as well as essential entertaining tips.
Fresh Bread in the Morning (From Your Bread Machine) - Thryft
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This book is perfect for someone who loves bread and wants to take their homemade loaves to the next level. Annette Yates provides recipes that are not only easy to make but also reduce the amount of processed ingredients that are often found in store-bought bread. The book also offers creative ideas for adding extra ingredients like herbs, spices, and fruits to create unique and delicious loaves. Users will appreciate not only the simplicity of the bread-making process but also the healthier and tastier end product.
Gourmet Meals in Crappy Little Kitchens - Thryft
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Jennifer Schaerti | Hci

Gourmet Meals in Crappy Little Kitchens

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If you think gourmet meals in crappy little kitchens is an oxymoron, think again! In her debut cookbook, Jennifer Schaertl tackles the myths about gourmet cooking (you don't need expensive cutlery and a gazillion ingredients!) and shows you how to make delectable meals despite the lack of counter space. Everything from appetizers and salads to soups and one-pot wonders to side dishes and entrees, and of course, dessert is included along with Jennifer's tried-and-true advice for working with limited space, appliances, cookware, and ingredients all on a limited budget. More than 130 Crappy Little Kitchen (CLK) recipes await you inside, Whether you have an apartment-size galley kitchen, dorm room, or oversized, but completely outdated kitchen, Gourmet Meals in Crappy Little Kitchens takes the stuffy out of gourmet and shows you how to love the kitchen you are in.
Toastie Heaven : 100 great reasons to dig out the sandwich toaster - Thryft
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All too often a memory of our distant student past, toasties are the ultimate no-fuss snack, prepared in seconds and ready to eat in just a few minutes. With just a couple of basic ingredients, delicious economical meals can be made in minutes, providing tasty snacks and sandwiches for every part of the day. With a few added extras, sweet and savory gourmet toasties can take tired taste buds on an entirely new adventure. Toastie Heaven explores variations from the conventional, to the extravagant, quirky, and indulgent. From classic toasties like Tuna, Sweetcorn, and Pepper Melt to vegetarian options like Brie, Redcurrant, and Watercress toasties and even sweet desserts like Bread and Butter Pudding Toasties and Toffee Apple Toasties, there is a recipe for everyone. A must-have item perfect for people living on their own, children, and students, Toastie Heaven is the ultimate book for anyone wanting quick and tasty snacks with minimum effort and maximum taste.
House Beautiful Entertaining - Thryft
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House Beautiful Entertaining is perfect for those who love hosting, but find it stressful. The book provides more than 150 tested and delicious recipes from some of the finest hosts in the United States and Europe, along with advice and hints for every occasion. Its distinctive feature includes classic party dishes with a twist, making it perfect for those who want to wow their guests with unique and mouth-watering meals.
Chris Powell's Choose More, Lose More for Life - Thryft
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Chris Powell | Hyperion

Chris Powell's Choose More, Lose More for Life

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This book, "Chris Powell's Choose More, Lose More for Life," is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to transform their body and their life. With Chris Powell's carb-cycling plan, you'll kick your metabolism into high gear and see immediate results. What sets this book apart is the emphasis on choices - from workouts that take only nine minutes a day to delicious recipes and success stories to keep you motivated. This is not just a weight-loss journey, it's a life-changing experience that will empower you to make healthy choices and achieve lasting results. Get ready to transform your body and your life, one success at a time!

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.