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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The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You Cry : Love, Laughter, and Tears in Paris at the World's Most Famous Cooking School
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The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You Cry is a delightful memoir that will leave you wanting to pack your bags and head to Paris for a culinary adventure. Kathleen Flinn takes readers on a journey through the highly competitive and intense world of Le Cordon Blue culinary school. With rich, vivid descriptions of Paris and its culinary delights, this book offers a glimpse into a world few people get to experience. The book's most unique feature is its ability to balance humor and drama, making it a captivating read for foodies and travel enthusiasts alike.
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Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan
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A Tiger in the Kitchen : A Memoir of Food and Family
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A Tiger in the Kitchen is a heartwarming memoir that transports readers to Singapore via delicious dishes. Tan's writing is beautiful, and her family's recipes offer a glimpse into the country's culinary traditions. This book is perfect for foodies, those interested in exploring their heritage through food, and anyone who enjoys a good story.
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Ina Yalof
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Sons
Food and the City: New York's Professional Chefs, Restauranteurs, Line Cooks, Street Vendors, and Purveyors Talk About What They Do and How They Do It
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If you're someone who savors the flavor of a city not just through its food but also through the tales of those who craft it, "Food and the City" is a book you shouldn't miss. Ina Yalof serves a platter of personal narratives that offer a taste of New York's diverse food scene from street level to the high-end kitchen. When you close this book, you'll feel like you've walked the city streets alongside its culinary wizards, understanding their passions and the ingredients that make up their flavorful lives.
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Elizabeth Bard
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Lunch in Paris: A Love Story, with Recipes
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If you're a romantic at heart who also revels in the delights of food, "Lunch in Paris" could satiate both your love for a good love story and your palate. With Elizabeth Bard's charming narrative, you get to experience the wonders of Paris and the intimate journey of love and cuisine. This memoir will not just whet your appetite for French delicacies but also for life's unexpected turns towards happiness.
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If you've enjoyed chuckles over your breakfast and ever found yourself both bemused and amused by foodie culture, "Hot Dog Taste Test" could be your next page-turner (or page-flipper, given its graphic novel format). Lisa Hanawalt's distinctive blend of humor and gorgeous watercolors captures the absurdity of food obsession with a charm that's both laugh-out-loud and thought-provoking. The creativity in these pages might just make you see your next meal in a whole different light.
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Anthony Bourdain
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A Cook's Tour
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"A Cook's Tour" is a must-read for any food lover with a sense of adventure. Anthony Bourdain takes readers on a journey across the world, where he experiences unconventional culinary practices, meets diverse characters, and provides a unique perspective on global food culture. His distinctive voice and audacious persona shine through in his storytelling, making for an entertaining and informative read.
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David Lebovitz
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Crown
The Sweet Life in Paris : Delicious Adventures in the World's Most Glorious - and Perplexing - City
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From the New York Times bestselling author of My Paris Kitchen and L'Appart, a deliciously funny, offbeat, and irreverent look at the city of lights, cheese, chocolate, and other confections.Like so many others, David Lebovitz dreamed about living in Paris ever since he first visited the city and after a nearly two-decade career as a pastry chef and cookbook author, he finally moved to Paris to start a new life. Having crammed all his worldly belongings into three suitcases, he arrived, hopes high, at his new apartment in the lively Bastille neighborhood. But he soon discovered it's a different world en France .From learning the ironclad rules of social conduct to the mysteries of men's footwear, from shopkeepers who work so hard not to sell you anything to the etiquette of working the right way around the cheese plate, here is David's story of how he came to fall in love with—and even understand—this glorious, yet sometimes maddening, city.When did he realize he had morphed into un vrai parisien ? It might have been when he found himself considering a purchase of men's dress socks with cartoon characters on them. Or perhaps the time he went to a bank with 135 euros in hand to make a 134-euro payment, was told the bank had no change that day, and thought it was completely normal. Or when he found himself dressing up to take out the garbage because he had come to accept that in Paris appearances and image mean everything.Once you stop laughing, the more than fifty original recipes, for dishes both savory and sweet, such as Pork Loin with Brown Sugar–Bourbon Glaze, Braised Turkey in Beaujolais Nouveau with Prunes, Bacon and Bleu Cheese Cake, Chocolate-Coconut Marshmallows, Chocolate Spice Bread, Lemon-Glazed Madeleines, and Mocha–Crème Fraîche Cake, will have you running to the kitchen for your own taste of Parisian living.
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Katherine Wilson
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Fleet
Only In Naples - Lessons In Food And Famiglia From My Italian Mother-In-Law
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'See Naples and die', said Goethe. But Katherine Wilson saw Naples and started to live.Katherine is fresh out of college when she arrives in Naples to intern at the US Consulate. There she meets handsome, studious Salvatore, and finds herself enveloped by his family - in particular by his elegant, accomplished mother, Raffaella. And it is here that Katherine's real education begins.Immersed in Neapolitan culture, tradition and cooking, slowly and unexpectedly falling for Salvatore, and basking in Raffaella's company and guidance, Katherine discovers how to prepare meals that sing, from rich ragù to pasta al forno with bacon, béchamel and four kinds of cheese. Through courtship, culture clashes, Sunday Mass, marriage and motherhood, Katherine slowly comes to appreciate carnale, the quintessentially Neapolitan sense of comfort and confidence in one's own skin.Steeped in sunlight, wine and unforgettable food, Only in Naples is a love letter to a city and a family, a coming-of-age story, and a transporting account of learning to live the Italian way.
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Frances Mayes
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Under The Tuscan Sun
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If you're a foodie and love travel, you'll adore this charming memoir about restoring a villa in Tuscany. Mayes' descriptions of the local cuisine and Italian culture are vivid, and her recipes inspired by the seasonal ingredients she finds at the markets are delicious. This book is a feast for the senses and a great escape for armchair travelers seeking a delightful Italian adventure.
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Michael Ruhlman
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The Making of a Chef : Mastering Heat at the Culinary Institute of America
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A must-read for foodies interested in culinary education. The book dives into the precise and frantic world of culinary arts, exploring the intricacies of the profession. Ruhlman's passion and attention to detail make this memoir vivid and compelling, making it a must-read for foodies and aspiring chefs alike.
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Mireille Guiliano
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French Women Don't Get Fat
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French Women Don't Get Fat is a must-read for anyone looking to adopt a healthier relationship with food. Mireille Guiliano breaks down the secrets of the French diet with practical tips and personal anecdotes. Her emphasis on finding balance and pleasure in your meals sets this book apart from traditional diet guides. It's perfect for those who want to enjoy their meals without sacrificing their health.
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Howard G. Buffett
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40 Chances: Finding Hope in a Hungry World
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"40 Chances" could resonate with you deeply if you're intrigued by real-world challenges and solutions. Howard G. Buffett offers a compelling narrative that blends personal experience with a committed vision. The stories in this book will likely inspire you with their mix of practical wisdom and humanitarian passion, especially if you're interested in sustainability or global issues.
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Garlic and Sapphires is Ruth Reichl's delicious and compulsively readable account of her experience undercover in her position as food critic for The New York Times. She throws back the curtain on the sumptuously appointed stages of the epicurean world to reveal the comic absurdity, artifice and excellence there, giving us (along with some of her favorite recipes and reviews) her remarkable reflections on role playing and identity.Reichl knows that to be a good restaurant critic you have to be anonymous, but when she signs up to be the most important restaurant critic in the country, her picture is posted in every four-star, low-star, and no-star kitchen in town. Managers offer cash bonuses for advance notice of her visits and roll out the red carpet whether she likes it or not. What's a critic in search of the truth to do?And so begin Reichl's "adventures in deception." She dons a frumpy blond wog and an off-season beige Armani suit, and on the advice of a friend—an acting coach with a Pygmalion complex—she starts to assemble her new character's backstory. She takes to the assignment with astonishing ardor, and thus Molly Hollis, the retired high school teacher from Birmingham, Michigan, nouveau riche from her husband's real estate speculation, is born. Molly is duly ignored, mishandled and condescended to by the high-power staff at Le Cirque. The result: Reichl's famous double review, first as she ate there as Molly and then as she was coddled and pampered on her visit there as Ruth, New York Times food critic.When restauranteurs learn to watch for Molly, Reichl buys another wig and becomes someone else, and then someone else again, from a chic interior decorator to an eccentric redhead on whom her husband—both disconcertingly and reassuringly—develops a terrible crush. As she puts on her disguises, she finds herself changed not just superficially but in character. She becomes Molly the school marm, Chloe the seductress, and Brenda the downtown earth mother—and imagine the complexities when she dines out as Miriam, her own mother. As Reichl metes out her critical stars, she gives a remarkable account of how one's outer appearance can influence one's inner character, expectations and appetites. She writes, "Every restaurant is a theater . . . even the modest restaurants offer the opportunity to become someone else, at least for a little while."
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Klara Glowczewska
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The Conde Nast Traveler Book of Unforgettable Journeys : Great Writers on Great Places
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The Conde Nast Traveler Book of Unforgettable Journeys is a must-read for those who love travel writing and storytelling. The collection features some of the best travel writers of our time, each sharing their personal experiences and perspectives on the most fascinating destinations around the world. Readers will be transported to exotic locales such as Tanzania and Iceland, and gain insight on popular tourist destinations like Italy and Hawaii. The book is both entertaining and enlightening, making it a perfect companion for anyone looking to explore the world, whether that be through actual travel or armchair wanderlust.
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Peter Kuruvita
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Serendip takes us on a rich and rewarding journey through Sri Lanka's traditional foods, its family-orientated culture and its colourful approach to life. Acclaimed chef Peter Kuruvita has reached deep into kitchen experiences with his grandmother and aunties, and has travelled the markets and stalls of the lush green island, to bring us this comprehensive collection of Sri Lankan recipes and a host of heart-warming stories. Offering Sri Lankan curries of every kind, as well as traditional snacks, breads and sticky sweet treats, Serendip is a treasury of spicy meals and tasty morsels. Key beautiful location photography brings the recipes to vibrant life; authentic Sri Lankan food, simply prepared and described; historical detail and fascinating family memories
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This book is like a friend in tough times, not just for its culinary wisdom but for its soulful approach to cooking when resources are scarce. It’s a timeless piece that shows how cooking can be an act of resistance and celebration despite the odds. Anyone looking to be inspired in the kitchen, no matter the circumstances, will find M. F. K. Fisher's work a treasure trove of not only recipes but also comfort and creativity.
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Matthew Amster-Burton
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Hungry Monkey : A Food-Loving Father's Quest to Raise an Adventurous Eater
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Hungry Monkey is the story of one man’s coming to realize that kids don’t need puree in a jar or special menus at restaurants and that raising an adventurous eater is about exposure, invention, and patience. A restaurant critic and food writer, now a stay-at-home dad, Amster-Burton writes of the highs and lows of teaching your child about food—the high of rediscovering how something tastes for the first time through a child’s unedited reaction, the low of thinking you have a precocious vegetable fiend on your hands only to discover that a child’s preferences change from day to day. Sharing in his culinary capers is little Iris, a budding gourmand and a zippy critic herself, who makes huge sandwiches, gobbles up hot chilis, and even helps around the kitchen sometimes.Hungry Monkey takes food enthusiasts on a new adventure in eating, with dozens of delicious recipes and notes on which ones can accommodate help from “little fingers.” In the end, our guide reminds us: “Food is fun, and you get to enjoy it three times a day, plus snacks!”
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Gordon Ramsay
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Gordon Ramsay Cooking For Friends
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TV’s most popular chef, Gordon Ramsay, bridges the gap between his famous chef’s table (situated in the white heat of his restaurant kitchen) and his table at home with Tana and their young family. His latest cookbook is packed with simple, seasonal, modern British recipes. Gordon lives life in the fast lane, travelling the world to foster his many hugely successful business enterprises and to film his highly acclaimed TV series. But, despite the commitments of a busy work life, he has always believed that families should sit around their tables to eat together as much as possible. His latest cookbook gathers together over 100 inspiring and well-constructed recipes which everyone will enjoy cooking for their friends and family, including Chorizo, broad bean and mint couscous, Scallop brochettes with coriander and chilli butter, Smoked salmon and horseradish cream tarts and Toffee and chocolate steamed pudding. The recipes embody Gordon’s strongly held opinion that we should support local producers and farmers’ markets, that we should cook with seasonal fresh ingredients which haven't travelled miles to reach our plates and that we should celebrate the wealth of regional dishes available to us from Cornish crab soup to Bakewell tarts. Gordon shares the dishes that he loves to cook (and eat) when he’s off duty. With chapters covering Hot and Cold Soups; Pasta and Grains; Fish and Shellfish; Meat and Poultry; Pies and Tarts; Vegetables and Salads; Puddings and Ices and Coffee and Chocolate, each recipe is introduced with an insight into why he has chosen it and includes tips on how to re-create it perfectly. With emphasis on simplicity for stunning results, the majority of the recipes are short and easy to cook. This beautiful book has been created by one of Britain's top designers, in tandem with an amazing young photographer. While food is king in this book, sprinkled as it is with candid photos of Gordon and the family, Cooking for Friends allows you to share his love of life and the good things in it.
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Todd Matshikiza
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Chocolates for my wife
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Anthony Bourdain
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Anthony Bourdain Omnibus: "Kitchen Confidential", "A Cook's Tour"
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For food enthusiasts who enjoy reading courageous yet humorous stories about culinary adventures and the underbelly of the food industry, the Anthony Bourdain Omnibus would be a great read. Bourdain's storytelling is raw, unfiltered, and witty, and definitely an adventure from start to finish. Additionally, readers should expect to be taken on a culinary journey and experience some gastronomic shock factor as Bourdain explores cuisines from different parts of the world.
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Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan
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Hachette
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A Tiger In The Kitchen - A Memoir Of Food And Family
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After growing up in the most food-obsessed city in the world, Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan left home and family at eighteen for America--proof of the rebelliousness of daughters born in the Year of the Tiger. But as a thirtysomething fashion writer in New York, she felt the Singaporean dishes that defined her childhood beginning to call her back. Was it too late to learn the secrets of her grandmothers' and aunties' kitchens, as well as the tumultuous family history that had kept them hidden before In her quest to recreate the dishes of her native Singapore by cooking with her family, Tan learned not only cherished recipes but long-buried stories of past generations. A Tiger in the Kitchen, which includes ten authentic recipes for Singaporean classics such as pineapple tarts and Teochew braised duck, is the autobiography of a Chinese-Singaporean ex-pat who learns to infuse her New York lifestyle with the rich lessons of the Singaporean kitchen, ultimately reconnecting with her family and herself.
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Luke Nguyen
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Murdoch
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Indochine - Baguettes and Bánh Mì : Finding France in Vietnam
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Indochine could be a great read for foodies who are interested in exploring the exotic flavors and cultural mix that resulted from French colonization of Vietnam. The book's most unique feature is its seamless interweaving of personal stories and anecdotes with more than 100 recipes that effortlessly blend French and Vietnamese ingredients and cooking techniques.
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R. S. V. P. - Menus for Entertaining from People Who Really Know How
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What defines a truly great host? Is it the quality of her surroundings, her china and linens, the savory surprises at her table, the diversity of the people she gathers around her, or simply her ability to put guests at ease? As Nan Kempner shows in R.S.V.P. , it is all this and much more.New York hostess extraordinaire and inveterate guest of some of the world's most accomplished, Nan Kempner offers a tantalizing glimpse into the homes -- and entertaining philosophies -- of more than two dozen of her favorite hosts and hostesses. With twenty complete menus, R.S.V.P. divulges tried-and-true strategies for a large range of events, from a dockside breakfast to a gala sit-down dinner. Here is a casual city luncheon hosted by Crown Princess Pavlos of Greece; cocktails on the Grand Canal in Venice with Larry Lovett; Anne Bass's fall-inspired country menu; the raucous Texas-sized cookout served by Lynn Wyatt; and a full-scale boar hunt on the Loire Valley estate of Count Hubert and Countess Isabelle d'Ornano.For each event, Nan recollects the mood at the table and the individual elements that made each gathering so exceptional. She has also convinced her friends to share their most closely guarded recipes, most of them simple to replicate and all certain to please even the most discerning partygoer. R.S.V.P. also gives an enticing tour of some of the world's most brilliant houses, with an insider's view of Oscar and Annette de la Renta's Santo Domingo villa; Ross Bleckner's art-filled New York City loft; and designer Valentino's sumptuously appointed yacht. Stunning color photographs showcase each house and vividly re-create these events.
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Mireille Guiliano
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French Women for All Seasons : A Year of Secrets, Recipes and Pleasure
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Now you can have it all, all year round... 'Who can resist a book that recommends love and chocolate as part of a balanced diet?' asked Allison Pearson in the Daily Telegraph about Guiliano's French Women Don't Get Fat, a mould-breaking book that unlocked the secrets of 'The French paradox' and sold well over a million copies worldwide. By letter, by email, in person, readers have inundated Mireille Guiliano with requests for more advice. Her this buoyant new book full of advice, ideas and fresh, French recipes for each season.
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The Devil in the Kitchen : The Autobiography
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This autobiography is perfect for food enthusiasts willing to explore the coming of age of a culinary outlaw. Marco Pierre White lays bare the life of this bad boy of the kitchen, his intense training with the best chefs in the country, and his eventual success. The book is marked with sizzling prose that is sure to enthrall anyone who wishes to dive into the world of cooking with a rebel.
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Unknown
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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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Gwyneth Paltrow, Mario Batali |
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Spain...A Culinary Road Trip
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If you're a food enthusiast and want to experience the culture and cuisine of Spain, this book is perfect. With stunning photos, candid anecdotes, and mouth-watering recipes, Mario Batali and Mark Bittman take you on a journey through Spain, showcasing its regional cuisine, art, history, and culture. It's a perfect blend of travel and food, making it an entertaining and informative read.
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Anthony Bourdain
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Bloomsbury
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No Reservations : Around the World on an Empty Stomach
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No Reservations is a must-read for Anthony Bourdain's fans, as it takes you on a journey around the world with him, offering a unique perspective on local dishes and cultures. The book's most distinctive feature is Bourdain's humorous commentary, which makes the reader feel like they're traveling alongside him. The stunning photos and mementos mixed in bring the experience to life, making it hard to put down.
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Julian Barnes
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Atlantic
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The Pedant in the Kitchen
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If you’ve ever found yourself more recipe-bound than a pretzel and ended up with something oddly inedible, "The Pedant in the Kitchen" will resonate with you. It’s a delightful ode to the trials and tribulations of those who take their cookbooks a bit too seriously, while offering solace through its humorous self-awareness. A perfect palate cleanser between those heavy, hearty meals.
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Anthony Bourdain
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Bloomsbury
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If you are a foodie who loves to explore different cuisines, "Anthony Bourdain Omnibus: Kitchen Confidential, A Cook's Tour" is a must-read for you. It takes you on a journey across different parts of the world where you get to experience unique, local dishes that you may have never heard of before. The book is written in an entertaining and witty storytelling style, which makes it a delightful read for anyone who is interested in culinary adventures.
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From the reinvention of French food through the fine dining revolution in America, Daniel Boulud has been a witness to and a creator of today's food culture. A modern improviser with a classical foundation (a little rock 'n' roll and a lot of Mozart, he'd say), he speaks with the authority that comes from a lifetime of preparing, presenting, and thinking about food-an ancient calling with universal resonance. In Letters to a Young Chef, Boulud speaks not only of how to make a career as a chef in today's world, but also of why one should want to do so in the first place. As he himself puts it, it is "a tasty life." The love of food and the obsession with flavors, ingredients, and techniques are the chef's source of strength, helping the young chef to survive and flourish during the long years of apprenticeship and their necessary sacrifices. Part memoir, part advice book, part cookbook, part reverie, this delicious new book will delight and enlighten chefs of all kinds, from passionate amateurs to serious professionals.
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Guo Yue, Clare Farrow |
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Music, Food and Love
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Imagine being swept into the narrow alleyways of Beijing, experiencing the Cultural Revolution not through the lens of cold history, but through the soulful combination of music and the comforting aromas of traditional cooking. 'Music, Food And Love' offers more than just a memoir; it's a sensory tapestry woven with the threads of a turbulent era, the resilience of a family, and the universal languages of melody and cuisine. The stories here, accented with family recipes, could awaken your sense of nostalgia and inspire a deeper appreciation for the simple yet profound pleasures of life.
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Stephanie Allexander
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Recipes My Mother Gave ME
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"My mother's most treasured possession was her mother's recipe book. As my mother's is mine, and mine is my daughter's. This is a lovely feeling." Three generations of recipes.
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Arrigo Cipriani
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Harry's Bar : The Life and Times of the Legendary Venice Landmark
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The anecdotal history of Harry's Bar in Venice, a meeting place for the rich and famous for sixty-five years, accompanies the autobiography of one of the founders of the bar, Arrigo Cipriani, from World War II through the present.
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Cooking With The World's Best - Celebrating 20 Years Of The Melbourne Food And Wine Festival
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This book would be a great read for foodies who want to experience flavors from around the world. With signature recipes from leading chefs, readers can learn new techniques and broaden their culinary horizons. The book is a celebration of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, making it an ideal recommendation for those interested in learning about food culture in Australia. The book's unique feature is the diverse range of international cuisines and techniques featured in the book.
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Daniel Boulud, Dorie Greenspan |
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The Cafe Boulud Cookbook : French-American Recipes for the Home Cook
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"Cook the sauce another minute, then add just a touch of olive oil," urges Daniel Boulud in his kitchen at Cafe Boulud in New York City. "Not too much. That's it," he exclaims. His voice carries his passion as he swirls the copper pan holding the finished dish. Over the tops of his glasses he assesses the color and takes in the aroma of the sauce. Then he brings a few drops of it to his lips. After thirty years of cooking in France and America, the chef knows what he wants. "I'm looking for balance," he explains. "A hint of herb, a little acidity -- sweet seafood needs a bit of sharpness -- and all the brininess and flavor of the scallops." It is a simple but perfect recipe and it has been given all his attention, commitment, and talent -- as have each of the recipes in this simple but perfect cookbook. "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" contains all his creative cooking skills made accessible. By means of Dorie Greenspan's expertly written recipes, Daniel accompanies you into your home kitchen, where his inspiration becomes yours and his instructions are easy to follow. With little effort, you find yourself reproducing his magic on your own stove. One ingredient for a perfect dish is family tradition. In the book's first section, La Tradition, we are transported to the original Cafe Boulud run by Daniel's grandparents on the outskirts of Lyon -- France's culinary capital. Daniel's education as a cook began with his grandmother and the Poulet Grand-mere she lovingly prepared for her guests. It continued with great chefs that shaped his unique interpretation of home cooking. Recipes such as Skate with Brown Butter and Capers, Hanger Steak with Shallots, and splendid Pommes Frites reveal the influences of his French roots. But tradition also includes respect for seasonal ingredients. In the next section, La Saison, Daniel accompanies us through the market. We select peas and sugar snaps that are ready to tumble into the pot for the Chilled Spring Pea Soup. Fresh corn becomes the surprise ingredient in Lobster with Sweet Corn Polenta. Complete the celebration of the seasons with Ruby Grapefruit with Pomegranate Sabayon or a milk chocolate-cherry tart like no other. In the third section, Le Voyage, "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" takes us on an exploration of many of the world's cuisines with dishes as varied as Italian-style Veal Gremolata, Spanish Gazpacho with Anchovy Toast, or a fast and easy Asian salad of crab, cucumber, and mango. Imagine yourself under the warm Middle Eastern sun as you taste Daniel's Coffee-Cardamom Pots de Creme. In the last section, Le Potager, Daniel offers an extraordinary selection of vegetarian dishes, from easy starters like Heirloom Tomato and Goat Cheese Salad to main courses such as Lemon-Lime Risotto with Asparagus or bone-warming Root Vegetable Cassoulet, and, of course, sublime desserts to cap any meal. "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" opens wide the door of his kitchen and invites you in with 150 recipes that will unfailingly stimulate your passion for flavor while offering a healthy, easy, and modern approach to good eating. He also provides a collection of basic recipes that are used at Cafe Boulud; a glossary of terms, techniques, and ingredients; and a short batterie de cuisine, a guide to pots, pans, and a few gadgets. He even provides a list of trusted suppliers so you can find the same ingredients he uses at Cafe Boulud. Thirty-two pages of color photographs of finished dishes prepared personally by Daniel will allow you to see, and almost smell and taste, what you are cooking. Watch as this book becomes the extension of your own hands. Whether making a salad for one or a dinner for eight, let "Daniel Boulud's Cafe Boulud Cookbook" be your reliable guide to great food.
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Fabio Viviani, Annette Ward, Jacopo Falleni |
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Café Firenze Cookbook - Mangia & Bevi : Food & Drink Recipes from the Tuscan Sons
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Cafe Firenze Cookbook celebrates the best of Italian cuisine, coupling gourmet recipes by Top Chef Season 5 fan favorite Fabio Viviani with martini recipes by award-winning mixologist Jacopo Falleni. Viviani's recipes--the same that made him a top contender in the most popular cooking show currently on television--are healthy, easy to prepare, and incredibly tasty, and each one is paired with one of Falleni's fabulous and completely original drink recipes. Each chapter covers a different type of recipe (appetizers, pasta, fish, meat, and desserts), and each begins with Viviani's personal background with each type of food and contains anecdotes, history, garnish instructions, and tips for buying ingredients. Friends since the age of twelve in Florence, Italy, Viviani and Falleni are business partners in their popular Ventura county restaurant, Cafe Firenze Restaurant and Martini Bar, which brings Tuscan dishes and Florentine flair to Southern California. This incredible book of their authentic recipes from their home country will delight all Fabio Viviani's followers and fans, as well as anyone interested in Italian cuisine. Includes beautiful four-color photography by Antonio Busiello, whose work has appeared everywhere from National Geographic to Animal Planet , and a foreword by William Shatner, one of Viviani's biggest fans.
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Griff Rhys Jones
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Penguin
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To the Baltic with Bob
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If your idea of an escape involves laughter, camaraderie, and a touch of sea salt, "To the Baltic With Bob" might just be the perfect companion for your reading nook. Griff Rhys Jones invites you to embark on a nautical journey brimming with humor and the absurd realities of tackling a mid-life crisis with an ill-prepared crew and an old boat. The book promises not just waves of adventure, but ripples of self-discovery and friendship amidst the vastness of the Baltic.
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Dana Goodyear
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Riverhead
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Anything That Moves: Renegade Chefs, Fearless Eaters, and the Making of a New American Food Culture
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"Anything That Moves" is a tantalizing trek for the taste buds and an eye-opener for anyone curious about the edges of American cuisine. Dana Goodyear takes you on a humorous and insightful journey that invites you to reconsider your notions of what's edible. If you're fascinated by culinary innovation or just love to explore food culture's wild side, this book will serve up the perfect dish of knowledge and entertainment.
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This book is the essence of M.F.K. Fisher, whose wit and fulsome opinions on food and those who produce it, comment upon it, and consume it are as apt today as they were several decades ago, when she composed them. Why did she choose food and hunger, she was asked, and she replied, 'When I write about hunger, I am really writing about love and the hunger for it, and warmth, and the love of it . . . and then the warmth and richness and fine reality of hunger satisfied.'Includes five of her most popular works:Serve It Forth (1937)Consider the Oyster (1941) How to Cook a Wolf (1942) The Gastronomical Me (1943) An Alphabet of Gourmets (1949)
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Mireille Guiliano
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Chatto
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French Women Don't Get Fat
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This book would be a good read for someone who wants to change their mindset about food and adopt a more balanced and enjoyable approach to eating. The author shares simple tricks and guidelines that emphasize the importance of savoring seasonal and carefully prepared food, while also promoting regular exercise and a positive relationship with food. The French Women Don't Get Fat approach is a refreshing departure from strict diets and encourages sustainable and pleasurable habits for a lifetime.
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Hassan M'souli
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Interlink
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Moroccan Modern
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Moroccan Modern can be a great choice for food lovers who want to explore the exotic flavors of Moroccan cuisine. The cookbook includes more than 100 recipes for main courses, side dishes, and desserts, making it a comprehensive guide to Moroccan cooking. The author, Hassan M'souli, shares his favorite recipes and provides step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. The most distinctive feature of this cookbook is the use of spices and herbs that create vibrant and complex flavors. Users will find this book useful for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a home-cooked meal inspired by the flavors of Morocco.
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Mireille Guiliano
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French Women Don't Get Fat : The Secret of Eating for Pleasure
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French Women Don't Get Fat could be a good read for anyone looking to learn about French gastronomy and how to enjoy food without gaining weight. The most unique and distinctive feature of this book is that it promotes a balance between pleasure and health. Users may enjoy the true-life stories, simple advice, and delectable recipes included in the book. Reviews indicate that this book is a great guide for improving one's relationship with food and embracing a healthy lifestyle.
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Ping Coombes
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Malaysia : Recipes from a Family Kitchen
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Malaysian food has long been the hidden jewel of South-east Asian cookery - it's a fusion of the Chinese, Malay and Indian cultures that make up Malaysia itself. In her debut book Malaysia Ping Coombes shares all the secrets and delights of this extraordinary cuisine. Drawing inspiration from her mother and from the late-night stalls and street markets in her hometown of Ipoh, Ping has put together over 100 delicious recipes that serve as a perfect introduction to the tastes and textures of Malaysian cooking. Chilli crab and caramel pork, spicy laksas and rendangs, satays and tangy sambals: these classic dishes are intensely satisfying to make, share and devour! Welcome to Ping's family table - and as Ping's mother would say, 'sek fan la!': come and eat!
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Janet De Neefe
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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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