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.

1717 Results

Switch between grid and list views for a better book browsing experience!

1717 Results

No results

International School of Sugarcraft: Book One Beginners - Thryft
Sold out
Nicholas Lodge, Janice Murfitt  | Merehurst Limited

International School of Sugarcraft: Book One Beginners

Regular price $5.90 from $3.90 59% off

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 4.24

Regular price $5.90 from $3.90 59% off

Unit price
per

85% off est. retail

Out of stock

This book is perfect for novice bakers looking to learn the craft of cake decorating. With step-by-step guidance and clear instructions, readers will gain the confidence and skills needed to create beautifully decorated cakes. The book includes recipes for every type of icing and covers techniques such as piping, run-outs, and ribbon work. With this comprehensive guide, anyone can become a cake decorating expert.
Real Fast Food - Thryft
Sold out
Nigel Slater | Penguin

Real Fast Food

from $2.74

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 4.16

from $2.74

Unit price
per

Out of stock

Discover quick and tasty dishes from Nigel Slater in Real Fast Food. Nigel Slater presents over 350 creative, delicious and nourishing recipes and suggestions for those who'd rather spend more of their time eating than cooking. From simple snacks to dinner-party desserts, all the dishes in Nigel Slater's Real Fast Food can be ready to eat in 30 minutes or under. 'Makes your stomach rumble . . . Easily my first choice for a simple, good, workable and readable cookery book' - Nigella Lawson 'Not just a cookery book for gourmets and foodies, but for real people too' - Sophie Grigson 'Nigel Slater offers us a decade's worth of fresh, original cookery ideas with spoonfuls of wit' Observer 'Designed to appeal to people who love food but don't want to spend hours slaving away at the stove (i.e. nearly everybody in Britain)' - Independent on Sunday Nigel Slater is the Observer's food writer, writing a month column for Observer Food Monthly. Real Fast Food was shortlisted for the Andre Simon Award while The 30-Minute Cook was nominated for both the Glenfiddich and Julia Child Awards. In 1995 he won the Glenfiddich Trophy and he has twice won the Cookery Writer of the Year Award as well as being named Media Personality of the Year in the 1996 Good Food Awards. His other bestselling books include Real Fast Puddings, Real Food, Appetite and The Kitchen Diaries.
Impress for Less! - Thryft
Sold out
Hope Fox, Beth D'Addono  | Harvest

Impress for Less!

$1.00

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 4.0

$1.00

Unit price
per

Out of stock

How would you like to serve up five-star restaurant food at your next dinner party? QVC personality Hope Fox makes it possible with this one-of-a-kind cookbook, which shares amazing recipes from 100 top restaurants across the country—ten each from ten top food cities. Best of all, Fox has streamlined and simplified all of the recipes so you can easily prepare them in your own kitchen, using basic equipment and supermarket ingredients. The book is brimming with impressively delicious starters and main courses—Braised Duck Legs with Asian Spices from Jean Georges in New York, Seared Scallops with Tomato Beurre Blanc from Restaurant Michael Mina in San Francisco, and Chicory Coffee Lacquered Game Hens from Commander's Palace in New Orleans, to name just three. With dishes like these, plus 97 more from restaurants like Spaggia in Chicago, Jöel in Atlanta, and Lucques in Los Angeles, it’ll be a cinch to impress your dinner party guests—for less!
The Great Chile Book : [A Cookbook] - Thryft
Sold out

from $7.29

Unit price
per

Out of stock

The COYOTE CAFE cookbook was a howling success that spawned a wonderful pair of posters created by Mark Miller. This full-color handbook presents an expansion of the posters' information in book form, covering 100 chiles (50 each of fresh and dried), each with a color photograph, hotness scale, and brief description. THE GREAT CHILE BOOK also includes background information, an introduction to the use of chiles in the cuisines of Mexico and the Southwest, and delicious recipes from the kitchen of the Coyote Cafe. This is a treasured guide for kitchen and market, and a visually stunning companion to COYOTE CAFE.
The Paleo Diet for Athletes : A Nutritional Formula for Peak Athletic Performance - Thryft
Sold out

from $8.12

Unit price
per

47% off est. retail

Out of stock

"The Paleo Diet for Athletes" is a great read for anyone looking to improve their athletic performance through their diet. The book offers specific guidelines on what to eat before, during, and after exercise, as well as providing simple, tasty recipes that are packed with power and wholesome ingredients. With a focus on high-protein and low-processed foods, readers can expect to achieve total-body fitness, improved strength, and cardiovascular efficiency.
From the creators of NYT Bestseller The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs, America's Test Kitchen and an army of kid recipe testers, this awesome new cooking collection will get 5 to 8 year olds (and their grown-ups!) into the kitchen doing fun food projects together!My First Cookbook will inspire the youngest chefs to enter the kitchen, empower them to cook, and engage their creativity--plus they'll have fun doing it. From simple after-school snacks, family meals, and holiday celebration recipes, each beginner recipe is developed by America's Test Kitchen Kids before being kid-tested and kid-approved.
The Juicing Book: A Complete Guide to the Juicing of Fruits and Vegetables for Maximum Health - Thryft
Sold out

from $9.76

Unit price
per

58% off est. retail

Out of stock

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.
Craft Beer World : A Guide to Over 350 of the Finest Beers Known to Man - Thryft
Sold out

from $8.98

Unit price
per

Out of stock

Living Candida-Free : 100 Recipes and a 3-Stage Program to Restore Your Health and Vitality - Thryft
Sold out
Recommendation: - This book is a lifesaver for anyone struggling with Candida overgrowth. With a customizable three-stage program and delicious plant-based recipes, it guides you on a journey to heal, nourish, and thrive naturally. Say goodbye to chronic fatigue, digestive disorders, and skin conditions. Say hello to vitality and health!
The Great Chile Book : [A Cookbook] - Thryft
Sold out

from $7.29

Unit price
per

Out of stock

The COYOTE CAFE cookbook was a howling success that spawned a wonderful pair of posters created by Mark Miller. This full-color handbook presents an expansion of the posters' information in book form, covering 100 chiles (50 each of fresh and dried), each with a color photograph, hotness scale, and brief description. THE GREAT CHILE BOOK also includes background information, an introduction to the use of chiles in the cuisines of Mexico and the Southwest, and delicious recipes from the kitchen of the Coyote Cafe. This is a treasured guide for kitchen and market, and a visually stunning companion to COYOTE CAFE.
Party Foods : 320 Mouthwatering Recipes for Every Occasion, from Light Bites, Brunches and Buffets to Dinner Parties, Shown in 1000 Photographs - Thryft
Sold out

Regular price $5.30 from $3.18 40% off

Unit price
per

Out of stock

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.
Breakfast, Lunch, Tea - The Many Little Meals Of Rose Bakery - Thryft
Sold out

from $3.88

Unit price
per

Out of stock

If you are looking for a cookbook that offers a diverse range of delicious recipes that are easy to follow, then Breakfast, Lunch, Tea is the perfect one. The recipes are simple, fresh and use natural ingredients, making them perfect for everyday cooking. The book also includes over 100 of Rose Bakery's most popular dishes, which are sure to become your favorites too. The recipes for granola, sticky toffee pudding and carrot cake are highly recommended by other users.
Recommended for readers interested in Chinese culture. Provides recipes, activities, and folktales to learn about holidays like Chinese New Year and the Moon Festival.
Christmas Cupcakes - Thryft
Sold out
Annie Rigg | Ryland Peters & Small

Christmas Cupcakes

Regular price $10.90 from $7.90 28% off

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 3.91

Regular price $10.90 from $7.90 28% off

Unit price
per

46% off est. retail

Out of stock

Book by Rigg, Annie
How to Cook a Wolf
Sold out
M.F.K. Fisher | North Point Press

How to Cook a Wolf

from $8.90

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 4.15

from $8.90

Unit price
per

53% off est. retail

Out of stock

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.
Lonely Planet Vegan Travel Handbook
Sold out
Lonely Planet Food | Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet Vegan Travel Handbook

from $8.90

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 4.08

from $8.90

Unit price
per

51% off est. retail

Out of stock

If you're a vegan with a case of wanderlust, this handbook is your new travel buddy. It's the comprehensive guide that doesn't just skim the surface but dives into the vegan culture worldwide. You'll feel more secure and adventurous knowing you have a trove of plant-based tips and resources at your fingertips. It's the Lonely Planet's reliable advice with a vegan twist, making it easier to enjoy travel aligned with your lifestyle.
The New Persian Kitchen - Thryft
Sold out
Louisa Shafia | Ten Speed Press

The New Persian Kitchen

from $10.39

Unit price
per

Goodreads rating: 3.97

from $10.39

Unit price
per

Out of stock

This luscious and contemporary take on the alluring cuisine of Iran featuring 75 recipes for both traditional Persian dishes and modern reinterpretations using Middle Eastern ingredients.In The New Persian Kitchen , acclaimed chef and Lucid Food blogger Louisa Shafia explores her Iranian heritage by reimagining classic Persian recipes from a fresh, vegetable-focused perspective. These vibrant recipes demystify Persian ingredients like rose petals, dried limes, tamarind, and sumac, while offering surprising preparations for familiar foods such as beets, carrots, mint, and yogurt for the busy, health-conscious cook. The nearly eighty recipes—such as Turmeric Chicken with Sumac and Lime, Pomegranate Soup, and ice cream sandwiches made with Saffron Frozen Yogurt and Cardamom Pizzelles—range from starters to stews to sweets, and employ streamlined kitchen techniques and smart preparation tips.A luscious, contemporary take on a time-honored cuisine, The New Persian Kitchen makes the exotic and beautiful tradition of seasonal Persian cooking both accessible and inspiring.

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.