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Full plate  by Preeya Alexander

Full plate

Preeya Alexander

"Full Plate is your ultimate solution to mealtime mayhem from a practising GP. More than a cookbook, this is your go-to guide for tackling fussy eaters, allergies, and the daily struggle of what to cook. Dr Preeya's stress-free, budget-friendly and downright...

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Ellie's table  by Ellie Bouhadana

Ellie's table

Ellie Bouhadana

"Ellie's Table is a recipe book rich with storytelling, exploring chef Ellie Bouhadana's mixed Jewish background through food – from Morocco to the Mediterranean. In her debut cookbook, Ellie shares recipes picked up through her travels through Italy as well...

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Around our table  by Sara Forte

Around our table

Sara Forte

"120 seasonal, flexible vegetable-forward recipes for family and friends that answer the question “what do I make for dinner when I feel overwhelmed?' from the Sara Forte, of the Sprouted Kitchen blog and Cooking Club. Around Our Table is Sara Forte's third...

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Microwave meals  by Tim (Chef) Anderson

Microwave meals

Tim (Chef) Anderson

"Microwave Meals is full of delicious recipes that are all simple and accessible enough to prepare even on the busiest of weekdays. You can try your hand at Pork with Miso and Stem Ginger Syrup, Spaghetti Carbonara, Jackfruit and Mushroom Enchiladas, Crab and...

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Wild figs and fennel  by Letitia Clark

Wild figs and fennel

Letitia Clark

"Indulge in a year of Italian culinary bliss. Wild Figs & Fennel is not just a collection of seasonal recipes; it's a passport to the Mediterranean, a charming journey into the ease and pleasure that defines Italian life. Chef and food writer Letitia Clark...

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Pocha  by Su Scott

Pocha

Su Scott

"Pocha; short for pojangmacha, which literally translates as ‘covered wagon’; pocha is a tented or tarpaulin-covered stall, bar or market vendor serving up cheap and unfussy Korean comfort food, snacks and drinks. In Pocha, Su Scott is going home to the...

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My little cake tin  by Sinha Tarunima

My little cake tin

Sinha Tarunima

" Tarunima Sinha's glorious cake creations are the stuff of Instagram dreams. And yet her baking journey started only when she came to the UK from northeast India in 2001, repurposing an 8-inch/20cm chapatti tin from her childhood as a cake tin. Now, as...

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Le sud  by Rebekah Peppler

Le sud

Rebekah Peppler

"From James Beard Book Award finalist Rebekah Peppler: The definitive guide to the food, drink, and lifestyle of southeastern France, featuring 100 recipes that reflect the simple, seasonal, and multicultural French table from a modern perspective. For...

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The manga guide to Japanese food  by Hiroshi Nagashima

The manga guide to Japanese food

Hiroshi Nagashima

"The complete backstory of Japanese cuisine explained in richly illustrated manga style! This book explores the fascinating history, lore and practice of Japanese cooking through the eyes of Manabu, a young man who aspires to become a professional Japanese...

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PlantYou  by Carleigh Bodrug

PlantYou

Carleigh Bodrug

"PlantYou laid the foundation for eating a healthy and simple whole foods, plant based diet. PlantYou Scrappy Cooking takes this one step further. As people are looking more and more to reducing meat consumption as a way to curb environmental impact, the need...

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Healthy made simple  by Ella Mills

Healthy made simple

Ella Mills

"Ella Mills, founder of Deliciously Ella, is back with over 75 brand new recipes devoted to making healthy eating easier. What can you do today that makes life simpler tomorrow? How can you create a healthy, genuinely delicious meal in minutes? There's no...

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Pub kitchen  by Tom Kerridge

Pub kitchen

Tom Kerridge

"British pub food has come so far over the past decade and it's been really exciting to see. In celebration, I've taken the most popular items on the menus in brilliant modern British pubs and given them a few fresh twists. This is food for everyone - it's the...

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Grow a new body cookbook  by Alberto Villoldo

Grow a new body cookbook

Alberto Villoldo

"Growing older is inevitable. Aging is preventable. In Grow a New Body Cookbook, 90+ delicious, nutrient-dense, plant-based recipes will help you go back to an ancient way of eating that promises to help you on the road to lifelong health. Shamanic...

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The food & cooking of Greece  by Rena Salaman

The food & cooking of Greece

Rena Salaman

"Greek meals, whether enjoyed at home, in a taverna or in a restaurant, are a joyful celebration of local ingredients, history and culinary tradition that spans generations of ingenious cooks. Islanders rejoice at the prospect of all those shining courgettes...

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The fast 800 treats recipe book  by Clare Bailey

The fast 800 treats recipe book

Clare Bailey

"In this enticing new cookbook, Dr Clare Bailey shows you how to create fabulous bakes, sweet treats and desserts with recipes that are low in sugar, high in protein yet irresistibly delicious!From family favourites such as brownies, cheesecakes and crumbles...

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Plant feasts  by Frankie Paz

Plant feasts

Frankie Paz

"Plant-based cooking meets self-care in this cookbook that brings community and connection back to meal times - these delicious plant-based recipes are easy, beautiful and deeply nourishing. Bring Your Life Into Balance with the Power of Nature. Born from a...

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Wholesome by Sarah  by Sarah Pound

Wholesome by Sarah

Sarah Pound

"Welcome to your new go-to book for fast, no-fuss, healthy weeknight meals. Sarah Pound... is all about making life easier for busy home cooks. Her food is simple and family friendly, using familiar everyday ingredients. As well as nourishing bowls of soup,...

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Small pleasures  by Ryan Riley

Small pleasures

Ryan Riley

"Whether you're recovering from an illness, or running low on mood, time, energy, money or headspace, Ryan Riley has the easy and delicious recipes to minimise the work and maximise the flavour and perk yourself up. No matter how you're feeling, do something...

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Italian/American  by Gianluca (Cookbook author) Conte

Italian/American

Gianluca (Cookbook author) Conte

"For most Italians, cooking is a way of life, and that is certainly the case for Gianluca Conte, better known as QCP. But what makes a dish authentically Italian versus Italian-American? Is it the ingredients? Is it the way the dish is prepared? The answer is...

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Greekish  by Georgina Hayden

Greekish

Georgina Hayden

"'This book? It's Greek. ish. And if you are saying 'ish' with a scrunched-up nose, a squinted eye and a slight wobble of the head or tilt of the hand, then you are on the right track. Truth be told, when it comes to writing recipes, sometimes hiding behind...

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Food, family, repeat  by Keyshawn Hudson

Food, family, repeat

Keyshawn Hudson

"The debut cookbook from social media star, Chef Keysh, featuring 100 family favorites. Since embarking on his public cooking journey in 2021, Keyshawn Hudson has charmed his loyal following across social media platforms with his charisma and a whole lot of...

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Ela! Ela! by Ella Mittas

Ela! Ela!

Ella Mittas

"An original, heartfelt journey through food, culture and belonging by standout young Anglo-Greek writer and cook Ella Mittas. Ela! Ela! is a collection of recipes and stories from cook and food writer Ella Mittas. Inspired by her time working in a village in...

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Desified  by Zaynah Din

Desified

Zaynah Din

"Desified is a celebration of South Asian flavors and spices. Inspired by the core principles of Ramadan, this book has more than 90 recipes, including show-stopping breakfasts, simple and satisfying dinners, and feasting dishes to share. Whether you're...

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At my table  by Chelsea Winter

At my table

Chelsea Winter

"An essential collection of much-loved recipes that every home cook should own. At My Table is the one that started it all. Chelsea Winter’s first book is a stunning selection of some of her most popular recipes - it’s a must-have. You’ll find her ‘world...

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Sustain  by Brooke Donoghue

Sustain

Brooke Donoghue

"Today, many people are eager to move towards a plant-based diet for a host of health, ethical and environmental reasons, but is this a viable lifestyle choice for an active person? Brooke Francis (nee Donoghue) and Luuka Jones have discovered that through...

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Alice in cakeland  by Alice (Chef) Taylor

Alice in cakeland

Alice (Chef) Taylor

"All the classics are included, plus ways to refresh them with a twist here and there. They're all easy to make and designed so that you need minimal equipment and little experience to successfully bake them. They are affordable and adaptable - you can swap...

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Modern Asian kitchen  by Kat Lieu

Modern Asian kitchen

Kat Lieu

"The New Asian Cooking is bolder and more assertive, less fussy and more casual. With these easy-to-shop-for, quick-to-cook recipes, you can try—and will fall in love with—this trending style right in your own kitchen. Heaped on big plates, Sichuan beef and...

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Chuck E. Cheese and friends party cookbook.

Chuck E. Cheese and friends party cookbook.

"Get ready to eat and dance the day away! In the Chuck E. Cheese and Friends Party Cookbook, the gang has fun and tasty parties they want to share with you. From Chuck E.'s Game Night party to Jasper T. Jowls' Howlin' Hootenanny and Helen Henny's All-day...

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Something sweet  by Lindsay Grimes

Something sweet

Lindsay Grimes

"Spanning cookies, cakes, cupcakes, brownies, bars, pies, crisps, and no-bake treats including fudge and ice cream, this tantalizing collection will inspire home bakers of all ages everywhere. Lindsay Grimes--creator of the blog The Toasted Pine Nut, author of...

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Fitwaffle's no-bake baking  by Eloise Head

Fitwaffle's no-bake baking

Eloise Head

"Who doesn't love a no-bake? From cheesecakes, ice cream and truffles to desserts made on the hob, in a microwave and air fryer, not one of these recipes needs you to turn on your oven. You'll find brand-new recipes using popular flavours, as well as...

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Kugels from our Tanta's  by Nan Marcel Saretsky

Kugels from our Tanta's

Nan Marcel Saretsky

"Growing up, my sister Kim and I loved two different kugels, from two different aunts. As adults, we would each make our favorite. We used to joke that we would write and publish a cookbook and entitle it Kugels From Our Tanta's. Sadly, Kim passed away leaving...

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Cookies & crumbs  by Kaja Hengstenberg

Cookies & crumbs

Kaja Hengstenberg

"Some like 'em gooey and chewy, others chunky and crunchy, but everybody loves cookies. Whether it's classics like Milk Choc Chip, Peanut Butter and Chunky Double Choc, or new favourites – think Coffee and Cardamom or Melt-in-the-middle S'mores – you'll find...

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Last minute dinner party  by Frankie Unsworth

Last minute dinner party

Frankie Unsworth

"Love to host but short on time? So many of us enjoy having friends over for dinner, but too often social occasions turn into fussy affairs, leaving you frazzled even before the first guest arrives. This book offers a hassle-free approach to entertaining,...

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The Batch Lady  by Suzanne Mulholland

The Batch Lady

Suzanne Mulholland

"Delicious home cooking - ready when you want it. Take the hassle out of mealtimes with 100 easy recipes to have dinner ready in no time. Grab and Cook is a simple method to put satisfying, wholesome food on the table every day. Each recipe takes no more than...

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Scorched  by Genevieve Taylor

Scorched

Genevieve Taylor

"Scorched is a one-stop shop for recipes and practical advice that will help you get the most from cooking fish on your barbecue, beginning with the science of why we need to cook different types of fish in different ways and the physics of how fire works....

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I'll bring dessert  by Benjamina Ebuehi

I'll bring dessert

Benjamina Ebuehi

"Being the designated 'dessert person' is often met with panic, but Benji is here to show you that not only is it fun, but it's simple to create desserts with wow-factor all year round no matter the day, season or occasion. From recipes made in one dish or...

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James Martin's Spanish adventure  by James Martin

James Martin's Spanish adventure

James Martin

"James travels across the breadth of Spain, from Extremadura to San Sebastian, via the Balearics, discovering the country's diverse regions through food. James Martin's Spanish Adventure is inspired by the fine dining, rustic eateries, fresh ingredients and...

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$10 meals with Chelsea  by Chelsea Goodwin

$10 meals with Chelsea

Chelsea Goodwin

"Revolutionise Your Kitchen. Home cook Chelsea Goodwin, creator of budget cookery platform $10 Meals Australia, wants to make your life a whole lot easier - and cheaper. She's taken the stress out of getting good food on the table by curating ten weeks' worth...

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The laden table  by Ashia Ismail-Singer

The laden table

Ashia Ismail-Singer

Author of My Indian Kitchen and Saffron Swirls and Cardamom Dust, Ashia Ismail-Singer draws on her family's rich and diverse cultures to dish up an inspired banquet where spices are the heroes and food is designed to be shared. The Laden Table is the perfect...

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Elegant one-pan cakes  by Sonali (Baker) Ghosh

Elegant one-pan cakes

Sonali (Baker) Ghosh

"Delight in dozens of delicious, easy-to-make cakes with Sonali Ghosh, creator of Sugar Et Al and cake baker extraordinaire. Through her careful guidance, you'll learn how to build layers of sophisticated flavors to make show-stopping one-pan bakes that are...

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Yalla, let's eat!  by Maha Kailani

Yalla, let's eat!

Maha Kailani

"Simple, modernized recipes for traditional Arabic cuisine. Making your favorite Arab dishes is easier than ever with this contemporary guide to effortless Middle Eastern cooking from Maha Kailani, creator of Make Delicious Happen. These showstopping recipes...

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The effortless baker  by Janani Elavazhagan

The effortless baker

Janani Elavazhagan

"Finally, the delicious, showstopping desserts of your dreams are within reach, thanks to this ultimate baking guide from Janani Elavazhagan, creator of the popular food blog Skillet To Plate. With easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, these 60...

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A book about bread  by Issa Niemeijer-Brown

A book about bread

Issa Niemeijer-Brown

"Bread may be familiar and even ordinary, but A Book About Bread is exceptional and surprising. Accessible and clear, A Book About Bread teaches you how to make perfect baguettes and sourdough loaves by taking bread baking back to basics: understanding,...

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The simple air fryer cookbook  by Denise Smart

The simple air fryer cookbook

Denise Smart

"80 fantastic, fuss-free meals for your air fryer. Budget friendly, easy and tasty; Quicker than conventional oven recipes; Healthier than traditional frying methods; Includes UK measurements; Every recipe photographed"--Publisher's description.

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The look & cook air fryer bible  by Bruce Weinstein

The look & cook air fryer bible

Bruce Weinstein

"In this new collection from bestselling appliance cooking gurus Bruce Weinstein and Mark Scarbrough, unlock the potential of your favorite at-home appliance with 125 recipes for every occasion. Capture the perfect crunch in every bite with less oil and...

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Love vegetables  by Anna (Food stylist) Shepherd

Love vegetables

Anna (Food stylist) Shepherd

"Love Vegetables is bursting with sumptuous, fresh and repeatable recipes that will transform the way you perceive vegetables, making them your go-to ingredient for nourishing and adaptable meals. With a focus on teasing out amazing flavour from roots, shoots...

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The simple dinner edit  by Nicole Maguire

The simple dinner edit

Nicole Maguire

"More than a million Australian home cooks already love Nicole's simple dinner ideas. And her much-anticipated debut cookbook is a mantra in keeping it simple, with more than 80 mouth-watering dinners. Speedy weeknight lifesavers include one-pan peanut...

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Sebze  by Özlem Warren

Sebze

Özlem Warren

"Inspired by thousands of years of rich and diverse culinary heritage, Sebze is a recipe collection built with convenience and flavour in mind, championing popular Turkish classics, along with lesser-known regional specialties, such as Gözleme (Stuffed...

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The skint cook  by Ian Bursnall

The skint cook

Ian Bursnall

"From Friday night fake-aways to succulent Sunday roasts, The Skint Cook is all about feel-good food at feel-good prices. There's updates on classics, flavour combos to die for and recipes that are about to become your new staples - alongside a showcase of...

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Girls gone veg  by Toni Pressley

Girls gone veg

Toni Pressley

"Girls Gone Veg is a balance of 80 healthy and decadent plant-based recipes that aim to prioritize nutrition and help turn even the pickiest eaters into veggie lovers. Recipes Whether you're a professional athlete or just want to eat cleaner, this plant-based...

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Natural cakes  by Giovanna Torrico

Natural cakes

Giovanna Torrico

"Natural Cakes guides novice and experienced bakers alike in making their favorite baked goods with plant-based food dyes, natural sweeteners, and whole grains. Cakes are the utmost symbol of celebration and add sweetness to our lives beyond the sugar used to...

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Seasoning  by Angela Clutton

Seasoning

Angela Clutton

"Seasoning spans the four seasons of the year, with insights into over 50 vegetables and fruits. Award-winning food writer Angela Clutton explores their seasonality, offering tips on shopping and storing, countless ways to use them, flavour partners and how to...

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Seafood

Seafood

"These vibrant and refreshing flavors come from a variety of cuisines, so you can experience a world of seafood in one cookbook. With simple and sophisticated meals that add color to your kitchen, these sensational recipes utilize fresh and frozen ingredients,...

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French Cooking Academy  by Stephane Nguyen

French Cooking Academy

Stephane Nguyen

"Designed with beginners in mind, the 100 recipes included in this book showcase the variety of France's culinary delights: this includes everything from classic, widely beloved sweet and savoury fare to authentic delicacies hailing from various French...

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Cool pasta  by Tom Jackson

Cool pasta

Tom Jackson

"Pasta salads are the iconic dish for every occasion, hearty, portable, speedy and perfect for any occasion. These 60 recipes bring fun to your kitchen, with interesting textures, flavours, facts and histories alive in each recipe"--Publisher's description.

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What's for dinner in one pot?  by Sarah Rossi

What's for dinner in one pot?

Sarah Rossi

"Welcome to your new favourite family cookbook! With 10 weekly meal plans and shopping lists for 100 tasty, triple-tested recipes - all cooked in just one pan - making dinner has never been simpler. Whether you're reaching for your slow cooker, pan or baking...

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Feel good in 15  by Joe Wicks

Feel good in 15

Joe Wicks

"Recipes, workouts and life hacks to change your life in just 15 minutes Joe Wicks...teaches you how best to harness your day with life hacks, tips and tricks to help you feel your best"--Publisher's description.

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The Ramadan family cookbook  by Anisa Karolia

The Ramadan family cookbook

Anisa Karolia

"No-fuss, tasty meals for your family at Ramadan. This collection of 80 delicious recipes has you and your family covered for Ramadan. With dishes that everyone will enjoy, it includes chapters focused on making cooking easy, quick and even healthy. Whether...

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Baking for pleasure  by Ravneet (Pastry chef) Gill

Baking for pleasure

Ravneet (Pastry chef) Gill

"Join Ravneet Gill as she reconnects with the simple pleasures that made her fall in love with baking in the first place. From chocolate malt baked custard to the ultimate apple pie, Ravneet brings us back to basics, sharing her easiest tips for everything you...

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Easy wins  by Anna (Food writer) Jones

Easy wins

Anna (Food writer) Jones

"Anna takes 12 hero ingredients that are guaranteed to make your food taste great, with chapters on lemons, olive oil, mustard, tahini and more. She gives 125 all-new dishes that you will want to cook on repeat, like Double Lemon Pilaf with Buttery Almonds,...

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The sweet as baking cookbook

The sweet as baking cookbook

"For the first time, from Australia's #1 food site, comes the ultimate baking companion with 250+ favourite recipes hand-picked by the taste.com.au experts"--Publisher's description.

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Winter wellness  by Rachel De Thample

Winter wellness

Rachel De Thample

"This book is a cordial invitation for you to embrace the essential transition of a winter wind-down. Winter Wellness empowers us with inspiring recipes and simple tips to support our immune system and mental health through the colder months, and makes it feel...

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Happy healthy you  by Lisa Curry

Happy healthy you

Lisa Curry

"Take back control of your health and find your balance again, for a happier, healthier YOU. Join the thousands of women living their best life thanks to the Happy Healthy You philosophy. This book will help you understand your body, how to regenerate your...

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Nourish  by Gisele Bündchen

Nourish

Gisele Bündchen

"World-renowned model and wellness advocate Gisele Bundchen presents a collection of 100 delicious, accessible recipes focused on kickstarting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle while finding balance and intention through food. Superstar model and...

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Cooking in real life  by Lidey Heuck

Cooking in real life

Lidey Heuck

"From the rising star who learned to cook when she worked for Ina Garten and inherited the Barefoot Contessa's intuition for what people want to cook comes a collection of 100 recipes that are cook-pleasing and crowd-pleasing and written with the shopper,...

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Stoked  by Al Brown

Stoked

Al Brown

"Fishermen and good home cooks alike devoured Go Fish and its winning combination of excellent recipes, great yarns, gorgeous photography, devotion to the stunning NZ coastline and way of life, all with a touch of nostalgia. Now Al Brown applies this same...

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The Noom kitchen  by Inc Noom

The Noom kitchen

Inc Noom

"This book offers spectacularly delicious recipes that make serving health-forward foods easy for cooks of all skill levels. The majority of the recipes focus on using 'green foods', nutritionally dense ingredients that fill you up without weighing you down....

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Sweet Vietnamese bakes  by Tara Nguyen

Sweet Vietnamese bakes

Tara Nguyen

"50 Recipes for Mooncakes, Bao Buns, Che, Custards, Sweet Soups and More! Explore the delicious world of Vietnam's dessert scene with this authentic collection of recipes from baker Tara Nguyen. These baked goods and frozen treats take you on a tantalizing...

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The Great British Bake Off  by Paul Hollywood

The Great British Bake Off

Paul Hollywood

"The Great British Bake Off: Kitchen Classics showcases 80 sumptuous bakes inspired by the show's most popular signature themes - Cake, Biscuits, Bread, Pastry, Patisserie, Dessert, Chocolate and Free-from - taking the best classic recipes and reinventing them...

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Home kitchen  by Donal Skehan

Home kitchen

Donal Skehan

"In this vibrant collection of recipes filled with everyday classics and new inspiring dinner ideas, bestselling author Donal Skehan invites us into his kitchen and tempts us with his delicious, fresh home cooking. Discover the recipes that have inspired...

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Air Fryer Queen  by Steph De Sousa

Air Fryer Queen

Steph De Sousa

"So you've just bought an air fryer, now what? The Air Fryer Queen is here to help, sharing great foodie inspo and loads of helpful tips on getting the best out of your magic machine. Steph's recipes are super easy to make and packed full of flavour - the...

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A plant-based farmhouse  by Cherie Hausler

A plant-based farmhouse

Cherie Hausler

"Wherever she's lived around the world, Cherie Hausler's instinct has been to host 'country gatherings' – bringing people together to share good food and good times. That passion grew when she returned home to the Barossa Valley to settle in an unrenovated...

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Bec's everyday bites  by Rebecca Finley

Bec's everyday bites

Rebecca Finley

"Ever found yourself stuck in a midweek cooking rut, or struggling to avoid the lure of an indulgent Friday night takeaway? Bec's Everyday Bites is the book to solve these culinary conundrums and more, offering home cooks a treasure trove of family-friendly...

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Tiny kitchen feast  by Natalie Nikki Rodriguez

Tiny kitchen feast

Natalie Nikki Rodriguez

"Tiny Kitchen Feast is a fresh and exciting cookbook with more than 60 plant-based recipes, inspired by author Natalie Rodriguez's life on the road. As a trained chef and "vanlifer", Natalie shows us that cooking in a tiny kitchen can result in bold, dynamic...

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Cake decorations  by Tatyana Huffel

Cake decorations

Tatyana Huffel

"Decorating becomes a piece of cake! Besides containing basic recipes for different types of cakes, this manual is filled with useful tips and tricks to start decorating your own cakes with rolled fondant. Step by step, the author explains how to stack and...

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The Flavour Academy cookbook  by Zenia Deogan

The Flavour Academy cookbook

Zenia Deogan

"The Flavour Academy is a unique cookbook for all the family, featuring over 160 easy and nutritious recipes that explore taste, texture and flavour. Much more than a recipe book, it's also packed with fascinating information about how our five senses...

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These delicious things  by Jane Hodson

These delicious things

Jane Hodson

"These Delicious Things is a collection of nostalgic food memories and recipes from more than 100 of the UK's top chefs and food writers. Published to support children living in food poverty, it is proof that when people give a piece of themselves for the...

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Watts cooking  by Jon Watts

Watts cooking

Jon Watts

"From prison to professional chef, Jon Watts' debut cookbook shares the story of how he turned his life around through food, inspiring others with his passion for cooking. Designed to suit any skill level in the kitchen, the book features over 90 fun and...

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Classic French recipes  by Ginette Mathiot

Classic French recipes

Ginette Mathiot

"Celebrated food writer Ginette Mathiot, author of Je sais cuisiner (the best-selling home-cooking book in France for over 90 years), taught three generations of French families how to cook. In this elegant cloth-covered new collection of tried-and-tested...

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The Levantine vegetarian  by Salma Hage

The Levantine vegetarian

Salma Hage

"This glorious celebration of a bold vegetarian cuisine features 140 easy-to-make, bright, uplifting plant-based recipes, including classics such as falafels, hummus, and tabbouleh, as well as unique dishes reflective of region, religion, and culture across...

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Tasty high protein  by Fraser Reynolds

Tasty high protein

Fraser Reynolds

"Fuss-free, filling and slimming food that everyone will love PE teacher turned qualified nutrition coach, Fraser Reynolds is on a mission to prove that a diet doesn't have to be bland, boring or restrictive. Whether you're looking to lose fat, gain muscle or...

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The nomad's guide to cooking on the road  by David Cowie

The nomad's guide to cooking on the road

David Cowie

"If you are going to be away from home for any length of time then you will quickly discover that it is cheaper and more nutritious to prepare your own meals. There may also be times when you are on the road that you won t have easy access to pre-prepared...

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Spain  by Simone Ortega

Spain

Simone Ortega

"Spanish cooks have trusted and relied on this traditional home-cooking companion ever since it was first published over 40 years ago, with millions of copies sold to date. True to its original title (1080 recetas de cocina) it contains a comprehensive...

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Italian coastal  by Amber Guinness

Italian coastal

Amber Guinness

"Welcome to the Tyrrhenian Sea, home to la dolce vita, sun-drenched islands and seaside towns where even the simplest trattoria has an effortless glamour. Following on from the success of her first book, A House Party in Tuscany, food writer Amber Guinness...

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At nonna's table by Paola Bacchia

At nonna's table

Paola Bacchia

"Step into the warm and welcoming kitchen of Nonna Livia with Paola Bacchia's cookbook, At Nonna's Table. Inspired by her mamma Livia's cherished recipes, Paola presents 60 delicious dishes that celebrate the best of Italian home cooking. From soups and...

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Rice

Rice

"A cookbook for rice lovers. A collection of the best dishes of the rice world, from Sushi to Biryani to Bibimbap. With 80 delicious recipes, beautiful photography, and dishes that are as simple as they're packed with flavour, this book is (almost) as good as...

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The Tried & True Cookbook  by Alyssa Rivers

The Tried & True Cookbook

Alyssa Rivers

"Life is busy, right? And the last thing you need when life gets in the way is complicated, time-consuming recipes that make it impossible to get dinner on the table. What you need is a cookbook that makes it easy to create simple, comforting meals, using...

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The mythical cookbook  by Josh Scherer

The mythical cookbook

Josh Scherer

"From the larger-than-life team behind the internet's most-watched daily show, Good Mythical Morning, and culinary spinoff, Mythical Kitchen, a one-of-a-kind cookbook with 100 recipes for living a Mythical, and delicious, life. When it comes to food—the good,...

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Love food  by Jo Farrimond

Love food

Jo Farrimond

"Food is love made visible, valuing family and home, encouraging our tamariki to cook and join in, and, showcasing Aotearoa New Zealand's beauty and it's seasonal cuisine. Love Food summer edition cookbook is a tribute to the love of whanau and kai....

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Mediterranean

Mediterranean

"Bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your everyday cooking with more than 90 fresh and flavoursome recipes for all occasions. Create fantastic Mediterranean dishes with fresh fish, healthy fats, lean meats, nutritious vegetables and more. Recipes range...

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