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Plant-based goodness  by Tracey Bennett

Plant-based goodness

Tracey Bennett

Whether you're at the beginning of your health and wellness journey and needing help to stay motivated or a seasoned plant-based foodie looking to add more delicious meals to your repertoire, this is the book for you. 'Plant-Based Goodness' is brimming with...

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Crumbs  by Ben Mims

Crumbs

Ben Mims

"Whether enjoyed at breakfast, with afternoon tea, on holidays, or as a late-night snack, cookies are a universally beloved treat. In Crumbs, food writer, recipe developer, and self-confessed baking obsessive Ben Mims takes home cooks on a delicious tour...

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Korean food made simple  by Judy Joo

Korean food made simple

Judy Joo

"Korean-American chef Judy Joo brings Korean food to the masses, proving that it's fun and easy to prepare at home. Joo turns exotic dishes into over 100 accessible, original and delicious recipes, ranging from well-loved and popular dishes such as kimchi,...

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Time for dinner  by Adam Liaw

Time for dinner

Adam Liaw

"In Time for Dinner, Australia's favourite cook, Adam Liaw, is back with a new cookbook featuring smarter recipes for faster cooking. From shopping to chopping to washing, there are plenty of opportunities to save time while cooking without compromising on...

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Cook like a real Italian  by Angelo Coassin

Cook like a real Italian

Angelo Coassin

"Angelo Coassin, aka Cooking with Bello, is a passionate, Italian home cook whose enthusiasm is undeniable and infectious – try finding a video of his that doesn't include a moan of 'mamma mia' pleasure or his infamous 'super sexy' catchphrase. With Cook Like...

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100 afternoon sweets  by Sarah Kieffer

100 afternoon sweets

Sarah Kieffer

"From Sarah Kieffer, the beloved baker behind 100 Cookies, 100 Morning Treats, and the popular Vanilla Bean Blog, come 100 recipes for the most crave-able pick-me-ups, from easy one-bowl snacking cakes and even easier no-bake bites to more involved weekend...

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Desi bakes  by Hetal Vasavada

Desi bakes

Hetal Vasavada

"Hetal Vasavada has wowed her followers all over the world with vibrant, colourful sweets that meld traditional Indian flavours with Western baking techniques. Desi Bakes offers a new world of over-the-top glamour and bling to home bakers and industry pros...

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Everyday pressure cooking  by Catherine Phipps

Everyday pressure cooking

Catherine Phipps

"Everyday Pressure Cooking puts the pressure cooker at the heart of simple mealtime solutions, cutting down the time you have to spend toiling over a hot stove. Many home cooks have discovered the joys of the the pressure cooker as they seek to find not just...

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Chez Manon  by Manon Lagrève

Chez Manon

Manon Lagrève

"Over 80 mouthwatering recipes to cook at home. Chez Manon is a heartfelt book filled with Manon's family recipes, as well as contemporary French meals that make entertaining effortless, whether it's a brunch for two or lunch for a crowd. The chapters are set...

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Epic salads  by Jessica Prescott

Epic salads

Jessica Prescott

"Epic Salads will satisfy every salad craving, no matter your mood. The latest vegetarian cookbook from plant-based cook Jessica Prescott, Epic Salads includes over 60 recipes from light and fresh to hearty and wholesome. Rather than a side or simple starter,...

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The world's easiest recipes  by Linda (Accountant) Duncan

The world's easiest recipes

Linda (Accountant) Duncan

"Do you think cooking isn't your thing? Maybe you're just tired of it altogether? Think again! Linda Duncan insists that delicious cooking is within everyone's reach... with the right recipes. In her fifth cookbook, The world's easiest recipes: five...

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Rick Stein's food stories  by Rick Stein

Rick Stein's food stories

Rick Stein

"'Over my 55-year career, I've seen British cuisine transform. What we have now is an amalgam of our own rich repertoire of dishes, and the food and flavours of so many different cultures from the people who have made Britain their home – from meat and two veg...

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The elements of baking  by Katarina Cermelj

The elements of baking

Katarina Cermelj

"Armed with a PhD in Inorganic Chemistry, Katarina Cermelj lays out the science behind baking and the ingredients that make it work, so you can easily adapt your baking to your diet and lifestyle, and still make sure it tastes spectacular. With an abundance of...

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Celebrity family cookbook  by N.Z) Saint Joseph's School (Takapuna

Celebrity family cookbook

N.Z) Saint Joseph's School (Takapun...

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Silver 25th jubilee recipe book  by author Northern Wairoa Country Women's Club

Silver 25th jubilee recipe book

author Northern Wairoa Country Women's...

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Super easy and delicious lunches for kids  by Laura (Chef) Fuentes

Super easy and delicious lunches for kids

Laura (Chef) Fuentes

"Super Easy and Delicious Lunches for Kids presents 150+ adorable and inspiring lunchbox recipes that are just as much a joy to make as they are to eat"--Publisher's description.

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Shake it up

Shake it up

"Take a trip into the Taylor-verse with this collection of delicious cocktail recipes inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift. Featuring 65 cocktail recipes alongside top tips and Taylor-inspired illustrations, this is a celebration of pop music's finest...

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Too easy  by Donna Hay

Too easy

Donna Hay

"Cooking has never been easier! In Donna Hay's stunning new cookbook, Too Easy, you'll find inspiring recipes that transform a few pantry staples and fresh ingredients into delicious meals within minutes. Say hello to clever updates on classics you love, the...

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Cocktails & canapés

Cocktails & canapés

"Making cocktails and canapés should never be a headache! This fun guide is a must-have for anyone who loves making and sipping cocktails, whether alcoholic or non-alcoholic. Create over 100 classic and original drinks and 40 delicious canapés with our easy...

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Love crumbs  by Nadine Ingram

Love crumbs

Nadine Ingram

"Nadine Ingram's latest book features 50 utterly original, natural and romantic cakes that belong at the heart of every celebration. Her reliable cake recipes are written with the precision of a world-class pastry chef and the warm encouragement of a...

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Salt Hank  by Henry (Social media influencer) Laporte

Salt Hank

Henry (Social media influencer) Lap...

"Big-flavor recipes for food-obsessed people in this first cookbook from one of social media's most beloved and popular personalities. Salt Hank's love for food began when he first tasted salami on Christmas Day at six years old, and it changed the trajectory...

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The home mixologist

The home mixologist

"Shake up your cocktail game with Home Mixologist, the ultimate guide to crafting delicious and impressive cocktails right at home. Whether you're a seasoned bartender or a beginner looking to elevate your home bartending skills, Home Mixologist offers a wide...

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The salad lab  by Darlene Schrijver

The salad lab

Darlene Schrijver

"Make creative, unique, and delicious salads with favorite and all-new recipes from TikTok's beloved salad recipe creator, The Salad Lab"--Publisher's description.

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Leaked recipes  by Demetria Glace

Leaked recipes

Demetria Glace

"Have you ever wondered what a conspiracy menu tastes like? This book compiles major email leaks of the past 15 years through the theme of cooking. Part reportage, part cookbook, it showcases over 50 recipes for breakfast, dips, main dishes, sides and...

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Fermentation for life  by Misa Enomoto

Fermentation for life

Misa Enomoto

"Classic comfort foods transformed into healthy everyday meals! Harness the probiotic powers of fermented foods-at every meal! From breakfast to midnight snacks, these fermentation-forward recipes contain intensely rich flavors and healthy probiotic power in...

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The bento lunchbox  by Sachiko Horie

The bento lunchbox

Sachiko Horie

"This book provides easy, step-by-step instructions showing how to create six basic box lunches with many variations, and over 125 different recipes in a rainbow of colors -- the key to making your lunchbox look great. Learn how to make fun and easy bento...

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Big night  by Katherine Lewin

Big night

Katherine Lewin

"Discover the joy of hosting stylish yet effortless parties with this comprehensive guide to memorable holiday gatherings and festive event menus. The ultimate host gift for your favorite party planner, this dinner party cookbook shows you how to make any...

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Kai hākari   by Christall Lowe

Kai hākari

Christall Lowe

"Christall Lowe invites you to a hakari (feast) at her family table - replete with mouthwatering dishes infused with the flavours of Aotearoa, brimming with manaakitanga (hospitality), and served with wonderful tales of nostalgia. In this beautifully...

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Winter wellbeing  by Caroline Artiss

Winter wellbeing

Caroline Artiss

"Embrace the colder months with this beautifully illustrated self-care guide to not just surviving the winter, but also thriving through the season. Make the most of the change in the weather and learn the benefits of being active outside even if it's chilly,...

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Poppy cooks  by Poppy O'Toole

Poppy cooks

Poppy O'Toole

"Professional chef turned content creator and Sunday Times bestselling author, Poppy O'Toole shows you how to get the most out of your slow cooker in her brand new book. Featuring 90 mouth-watering recipes that focus on ease and convenience without breaking...

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Cooking & the Crown  by Tom Parker Bowles

Cooking & the Crown

Tom Parker Bowles

"Over 100 royal recipes for every occasion from Queen Victoria to the present day"--Publisher's description.

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Chinese enough  by Kristina Cho

Chinese enough

Kristina Cho

"In Chinese Enough, Cho turns to the savory side of cooking with recipes that are neither entirely Chinese nor entirely American, but Chinese enough. Here is an array of dishes to pair with rice, the cornerstone of Cantonese cuisine, including Triple Pepper...

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Mortar & pestle  by Patricia Tanumihardja

Mortar & pestle

Patricia Tanumihardja

"Mother/daughter team, Juliana and Pat, indulge readers with their vibrant collection of 80 delicious recipes and their intimate knowledge of Indonesian cuisine. The accessible recipes in the Mortar and Pestle encompass popular dishes that appeal to both...

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Tasty  by Chelsea Winter

Tasty

Chelsea Winter

"Epic, flexible plant-based comfort food for everyone – cane sugar-free with plenty of gluten-free options. New Zealand's bestselling and most-loved cookbook author Chelsea Winter is back with her superb seventh cookbook, Tasty! It's crammed full of...

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A book of Mediterranean food  by Elizabeth David

A book of Mediterranean food

Elizabeth David

"Long acknowledged as the inspiration for such modern masters as Julia Child and Claudia Roden, A Book of Mediterranean Food is Elizabeth David's passionate mixture of recipes, culinary lore, and frank talk. First published in 1950 the book has been...

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Coffee creations  by Celeste Wong

Coffee creations

Celeste Wong

"A comprehensive collection of 90 straightforward and delicious coffee recipes for everything from hot and iced coffees to cocktails and coffee baking"--Publisher's description.

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Salty, cheesy, herby, crispy snackable bakes  by Jessie Sheehan

Salty, cheesy, herby, crispy snackable bakes

Jessie Sheehan

"Jessie Sheehan's lickety-split recipes, dynamic personality, and kitchen savvy advice have made her a beloved food personality on social media. In Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy, she relies on the same assemble-in-minutes-with-everyday-ingredients mandate that...

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Cook simply, live fully  by Yasmin Fahr

Cook simply, live fully

Yasmin Fahr

"What's for dinner? It's a question we ask ourselves most nights -- pressed for time or groceries, searching through the fridge for inspiration. Dinner can be a time to unwind and connect with family or friends, but it can also feel like a chore. Recipe...

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Veg forward  by Susan Spungen

Veg forward

Susan Spungen

"In this vegetable-forward cookbook, veteran cookbook author and food stylist Susan Spungen highlights the vegetables and fruits of each season--from spring to early summer to the bursting harvest of late summer, then ebbing into autumn and, finally, into the...

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Salad for days  by Alice Zaslavsky

Salad for days

Alice Zaslavsky

"Turn everyday veg into something extraordinary, with this collection of the tastiest and most satisfying salad recipes from the Queen of Veg, Alice Zaslavsky. You may have heard it said: 'You don't win friends with salad.' Well, I'm here to tell you that you...

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Cooking with fire  by Duncan Welgemoed

Cooking with fire

Duncan Welgemoed

"Duncan Welgemoed - SBS regular, cult chef and founder of Adelaide's iconic Africola restaurant - wants to show everyone that world-class food can just as easily be made in the great outdoors as it can in your kitchen"--Publisher's description.

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The ultimate plant-based cookbook  by Sarah Cobacho

The ultimate plant-based cookbook

Sarah Cobacho

"Fresh, flavorful and good to you. Add joy and diversity to your plates with 100 plant-based recipes for every occasion--making it easier than ever to stay nourished"--Publisher's description.

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Simply Jamie  by Jamie Oliver

Simply Jamie

Jamie Oliver

"Simply Jamie is about celebrating the joy of cooking, and making it easy for us to fit cooking into our busy lives. In five knockout chapters covering Midweek Meals, Weekend Wins, Trusty Traybakes, Cupboard Love and Perfect Puds, Jamie has produced a cookbook...

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Good lookin' cookin'  by Dolly Parton

Good lookin' cookin'

Dolly Parton

"From the New York Times bestselling author, a southern feast! Parton family recipes and stories shared with love. You're invited to pull up a chair to a year of meals, friends, and fun with the Partons, as Dolly and her sister (and favorite cook) Rachel share...

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La table by Celine  by Celine Rousseau

La table by Celine

Celine Rousseau

"On her Instagram account, Celine Rousseau has posted nearly a thousand images of epicurean creations whimsically styled in the shapes of daisies, cherry blossoms, tulips, roses, bees, seashells, fish, and leaves. Now for the first time she shows readers how...

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The vegan ice-cream bible  by Lucy Allary

The vegan ice-cream bible

Lucy Allary

"Lucy Allary is a successful vegan ice-cream maker and entrepreneur who advocates a sustainable lifestyle. She was born into a family that attached great importance to healthy eating and animal welfare, and known for her talent in the kitchen she was inspired...

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Spend with pennies. Everyday comfort  by Holly Nilsson

Spend with pennies. Everyday comfort

Holly Nilsson

"Spend with Pennies fans will find 25 favorite recipes from the blog, such as Baked Chicken Spaghetti and The Best Ever Meatloaf, presented alongside over 90 brand-new recipes to put into the weekly rotation. From new twists on classic dishes to skillet...

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Selected recipes  by New Zealand National Party. Manurewa Electorate

Selected recipes

New Zealand National Party. Manurewa...

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Good f*cking dough  by Kane Bergman

Good f*cking dough

Kane Bergman

"Tasteless Behavior, Tastiest Bakes. Make the best damned baked goods of your life with the help of Kane Bergman, A.K.A. the tasteless baker. In this rowdy baking book for amateurs and try-hards alike, Kane's no-bullsh*t recipes are sure to get you a one-way...

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Eat NYC  by Yasmin Newman

Eat NYC

Yasmin Newman

"'New York is not a city, it's a world.' The best way to discover a city is always through its food, venturing away from the landmarks and tourist traps and seeking out the alleyways and local joints where everyday life takes place. Nowhere is this truer than...

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The Mediterranean table  by Rena Patten

The Mediterranean table

Rena Patten

"For cook and author Rena Patton, cooking and eating the food of Greece, Italy, France and the Middle East was a part of everyday life growing up. For years scientists have been studying the Mediterranean diet to try and establish why people from the region...

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Christmas cookies

Christmas cookies

"Bake up a storm this festive season with over 60 delightful recipes, from iced cookiies and spiced gingerbread, to crunchy biscotti and sugar-dusted shortbread"--Publisher's description.

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Gastronogeek. Cult TV series  by Thibaud Villanova

Gastronogeek. Cult TV series

Thibaud Villanova

"From the classics such as The X-Files, Star Trek, Lost, to newer fan-favourites including Westworld and Stranger Things, discover 37 delicious recipes from or inspired by essential series. Gastronogeek Cult TV Cookbook explores five classic universes of geek...

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Big vegan flavor  by Nisha Vora

Big vegan flavor

Nisha Vora

"A groundbreaking and comprehensive "vegan flavor bible"-with 150 must-make recipes-from the wildly popular home cook and creator behind Rainbow Plant Life"--Publisher's description.

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The Jewish holiday table  by Naama Shefi

The Jewish holiday table

Naama Shefi

"From Rosh Hashanah and Passover to Hanukkah and weekly shabbat dinners, this joyous celebration of all the Jewish holidays offers a treasury of 130 recipes gathered from 30 influential chefs and food professionals around the globe, whose shared stories...

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Good cooking every day  by Julia Busuttil Nishimura

Good cooking every day

Julia Busuttil Nishimura

"'Every meal is something to celebrate - a casual gathering with friends, a weeknight dinner, a long birthday lunch in the garden. It doesn't matter what the occasion, there is an unspoken joy in sharing food with others.' Julia Busuttil Nishimura is one of...

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Sweet seasons  by Michael (Baker) James

Sweet seasons

Michael (Baker) James

"Celebrated baker Michael James and wife Pippa present more than 80 essential sweet recipes, from wholegrain pastries and classic cakes to tarts, puddings, biscuits, brownies and more"--Publisher's description.

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French kitchen lessons  by Cat Bude

French kitchen lessons

Cat Bude

"French Kitchen Lessons is a celebration of food, farm life, and the seasons - not only the seasons of the year, but the seasons of life: starting over, finding a place, trying new things, and gathering. In 2010, Cat Bude and her husband left their jobs in the...

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Di Ân  by Tuệ Nguyễn

Di Ân

Tuệ Nguyễn

"A Vietnamese chef and popular social media star honors the flavors and culture of her birthplace in simplified but authentic recipes"--Publisher's description.

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The Elder scrolls  by Victoria Rosenthal

The Elder scrolls

Victoria Rosenthal

"Embark on a culinary adventure with The Elder Scrolls: Tastes and Tales of Tamriel, a cookbook and travelogue of the most fascinating cultures, customs, and cuisine of the Elder Scrolls world! Hail, traveler! Here lies an artifact worth all the gold of the...

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Every season is soup season  by Shelly Westerhausen

Every season is soup season

Shelly Westerhausen

"From broths and gazpachos to chowders and chilis, soups are easy to prepare and satisfying to eat. Westerhausen Worcel shares veggie-forward recipes that can be prepared with ease and reinvented throughout the week. She includes tips for batching and freezing...

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Artisan bread from your bread machine  by Manuel Monade

Artisan bread from your bread machine

Manuel Monade

"A bread machine will make only the bread you enable it to make; sub-standard ingredients and quick, over-yeasted fermentation can only ever produce a less than exceptional loaf. But if you use your bread machine differently, respecting the basic principles of...

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Pizza! Pizza! Pizza!  by Sara Haas

Pizza! Pizza! Pizza!

Sara Haas

"Pizza! Pizza! Pizza! leads you through the basics with step-by-step instructions as well tips and tricks to help you create awesome pizza every time. Plus you'll get over 75 pizza recipes, all easy to make and all delicious. From quick and easy pizza recipes...

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Jane's patisserie easy favourites  by Jane Dunn

Jane's patisserie easy favourites

Jane Dunn

"With exclusive fan requests, shorter methods and easy-to-use sections covering recipes that are no bake, 30 minutes or less, 5 ingredients, small batch, crowd-pleasers and more. Make a batch of zingy lemon meringue NYC cookies, enjoy moreish feta and garlic...

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Official wizarding world cookbook  by Sarah W. Caron

Official wizarding world cookbook

Sarah W. Caron

"From Great Hall feasts to the sweets at Honeydukes and the treats at Kowalski's Bakery, food and drink play a starring role in the films of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts. Now you can create those magical treats and libations at home, and dozens more, in...

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Keep it zesty  by Edy Massih

Keep it zesty

Edy Massih

"Born in a small fishing village in Lebanon, Edy Massih grew up eating and cooking alongside his Teitas (grandmothers), Odette and Jacquo, who taught him the secrets to preparing delicious Lebanese food, including how to roll labneh balls and bind homemade...

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Anything's pastable  by Dan Pashman

Anything's pastable

Dan Pashman

"The innovative James Beard Award-winning podcaster who changed the way you think about pasta shapes with his invention of the viral sensation cascatelli now does the same for pasta sauces in this fun and charmingly obsessive cookbook"--Publisher's...

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Bright cooking  by Camille Becerra

Bright cooking

Camille Becerra

"In Bright Cooking, her highly anticipated first cookbook, celebrated chef and tastemaker Camille Becerra offers 125 fresh, natural dishes to boost one's mood with stunning beauty and one's body with plant-based, healthful ingredients. Fifty foundational...

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Energy bites for everyone  by Sonia Lizotte

Energy bites for everyone

Sonia Lizotte

"Energy bites are the smarter way to snack. In just a few quick and easy steps, you can make delicious and healthy nibbles for the whole family to enjoy. Bestselling author Sonia Lizotte offers 80 recipes in four distinct sections for all tastes and moods....

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Make it easy  by Danielle (Chef) Walker

Make it easy

Danielle (Chef) Walker

"A super-flexible meal prep cookbook featuring 125 healthy gluten-free, grain-free, and paleo recipes plus 16 weeks of menu plans, detailed meal prepping advice, grocery lists, and more-from the New York Times bestselling author of the Against All Grain...

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Mastering authentic crepes & galettes  by Bertrand Larcher

Mastering authentic crepes & galettes

Bertrand Larcher

"Mastering Authentic Crepes & Galettes includes 50 recipes from Bertrand Larcher, founder of Breizh Café - the world-famous crepes restaurant in Paris and Tokyo, and the founder of Atelier de la Crêpe, an international school specializing in learning the craft...

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Chinese cuisine  by Margot Zhang

Chinese cuisine

Margot Zhang

"Charming full-color illustrations show every kind of ingredient and dish, from the familiar to the unusual, and depict people in authentic situations enjoying food in their homes, at restaurants and on the street. The color illustrations of vegetables,...

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Tigga Mac's cake hacks  by Tegan MacCormack

Tigga Mac's cake hacks

Tegan MacCormack

"Solve the kids' birthday cake dilemma with 30 achievable, affordable and amazing-looking cake hacks from internet sensation Tigga Mac! If you need inspiration and instruction, look no further than Tigga Mac's Cake Hacks from the Aussie cake artist adored...

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