Archive For The “Cookbooks” Category
It’s every inch a limited edition book. In fact there are a lot of inches, oozing quality, artistry, style and delicious food. Too Many Chiefs Only One Indian by Sat Bains is a coffee-table book that is truly the size of a small coffee table, but will likely be more remarked upon than a four-legged…
The Sunday Times Bestseller. Times are tough and it’s more important than ever that we take advantage of seasonal produce. First-generation farmer and chef Julius Roberts shares his personal experience of farming life and easy, thoughtful dishes to reconnect us to nature and the seasons in The Farm Table. Passionate about seasonality, Julius shows us…
Arto der Haroutunian. Arab dishes are subtle, varied and seem rather exotic to many of us. Complete Arab Cookery by Arto der Haroutunian offers us a comprehensive overview of plates that are flavourful and perfect for an intimate dinner for two or for feeding a crowd. We lost Arto der Haroutunian too soon. He was…
Seasonal recipes from my kitchen. Greek meals, whether enjoyed on a sunny Greek island or at home, are always special and comforting. Food and Cooking of Greece: Seasonal recipes from my kitchen presents familiar dishes and some that will likely be new to many of us. Rena Salaman is a well-respected writer on Greek food….
The St Columba’s Hospice Care Cookbook. Featuring over 35 delicious recipes from a wide range of celebrities and local chefs, Generous is a book to celebrate and inspire through the power of food. Published to raise awareness and funds for St Columba’s Hospice Care, Generous is about recognising the local people and hospitality industry in…
100 Recipes for Enjoying Your Favorite Ingredient All Year Long. It’s summer (a coolish one for us in the UK) and tomatoes are at their best and cheapest. Simply Tomato: 100 Recipes for Enjoying Your Favorite Ingredient All Year Long will remind the home cook how versatile these fruits (yes, they are fruit) can be….
A Rainbow of 100 Recipes. Cook Colour celebrates foods of every hue. It taps into that old but true adage of ‘one eats with one’s eyes.’ Colour is, after all, the first thing we notice about any dish. When we plan a dinner, we look for elements which will complement each other. We avoid platescapes…
A culinary travelogue. If you are looking for a book about the contemporary food and drink scene in the trendy eastern part of London, then East End Eats is the book for you! East End Eats is more than just a cookbook, it’s a culinary travelogue and perfect for those who love original food and…
Pure Asian comfort. Ramen has become the latest food craze that’s captured the imagination of the whole world. It’s a versatile bowl of steaming goodness which can be made to the slurper’s exact needs. Ramen: 80 Easy Noodle Bowls and Broths offers delicious recipes for every taste and every budget. The author, Makiko Sano, was…
The Observer Food Monthly described meeting Reza Mahammad as “like being ambushed by a cross between Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Freddie Mercury”. He must be one of the most easily recognised Asian faces on British TV. His effervescent style and playful personality have made him a popular presenter. Reza was born in England to Indian parents…
Healthy and elegant recipes. From the author of global bestseller Japan: The Cookbook, here in Japan: The Vegetarian Cookbook we are introduced to more than 250 delicious, healthy vegetarian Japanese recipes for home cooks everywhere. Nancy Singleton Hachisu is a unique food writer, being a Westerner who lives in Japan – and has done for…
Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World. This book is a delicious education. On the Curry Trail: Chasing the Flavor That Seduced the World is a recipe book but also something of a culinary travelogue. It traces the history of what we call curry from its origins to its contemporary personas. The author, Raghavan Iyer,…
Delicious and Foolproof Recipes for Beginners. The weather is cold, fuel prices are high, and the cost of food is shocking. The Electric Pressure Cooker Cookbook could save money, time and effort, and tempt your family to wonderful meals as well. This neat little book isn’t just for those owning a bespoke pressure cooker, it’s…
Fantastico – Modern Italian Food is Gino D’Acampo’s first book and it’s a fine one. The photography is superb, the recipes clear and the “hand-written” type used for the anecdotes before each recipe is very stylish. His comments are conversational and informal, which is the overall feel of this book. This lad makes me smile!…
The “James” in question is none other than the charismatic James Martin, who must be one of the most instantly recognisable TV chefs in the UK. He first graced our TVs in 1996 with such shows as Ready Steady Cook. He now hosts Saturday Kitchen and has a clutch of series of his own under…
60 artisanal recipes for the home baker, from the author of The Larousse Book of Bread. The Bread Book bread-making masterclass for home bakers, featuring traditional, satisfying breads, loaves, and rolls made from a range of flours, including gluten-free varieties. In The Bread Book, Éric Kayser – founder of the legendary French bakery Maison Kayser and…
Inspiring ingredients. From the chilly waters of Alaska to the fertile soils of California, and from the coastal prairies of Louisiana to the New England mountain tops, America’s vast landscapes are packed with productive land and natural resources as well as the climates to support and nourish agricultural harvests. The United States is a major…
99 Recipes for Breads, Brioches and Pastries. It’s been a good couple of years for baking. The outside world has gone mad, but we have discovered we have a haven of tranquillity and delicious nostalgia in our own kitchens. New European Baking: 99 Recipes for Breads, Brioches and Pastries offers a taste of gentler times….
Sweet and Savoury Treats. Baking has really taken off. The Lockdown gave people time to have a go at kitchen pursuits, and they realised they could actually do it. So, all you need are some tempting recipes. The Hairy Bikers’ Brilliant Bakes is a book full of ideas. The recipes here are sensible. Nothing is…
Easy Meals for You and Your Baby Prepped in 10 Minutes. Rebecca Wilson an award-winning Sunday Times bestselling author, a successful Instagram contributor. She is also a busy mum who knows the value of less time in the kitchen. Fast Family Food: Easy Meals for You and Your Baby Prepped in 10 Minutes is her…