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Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food - Fadi Kattan

2024-09-26T13:02:46+01:00

Vendor: Hardie Grant
Type: Books
Price: 28.00

Bethlehem is a celebration of Palestinian food and culture from one of the area’s most dynamic chefs and a portrait of one of the most storied cities in the world.

Franco-Palestinian chef Fadi Kattan celebrates the hidden parts of Bethlehem, his home, conjuring the colours and smells of its market and spice shops and introducing readers to the local farmers and artisans with whom he works to find the perfect ingredients and shares his love of culinary experimentation. Fadi’s inspiration comes from these food artisans, who grow the grapes, mill the wheat, make the olive oil, and most importantly, pass down the generational food knowledge.

His loving profiles of these people are accompanied by his own recipes, some passed down, some from his restaurants in Bethlehem and London. Learn to stuff grape leaves with Nabulsi cheese, slow roast lamb seasoned with fenugreek and cardamom, roll labaneh in nigella seeds, and make Mouhalabieh, a milky pudding scented with mastic and pistachios. Bright and bold flavours and the stories of their origins await readers in Bethlehem.

Adriatico: From Puglia to Venice and Trieste, recipes from Italy's Adriatic coast - Paola Bacchia

2024-09-26T12:46:14+01:00

Vendor: Smith Street Books
Type: Books
Price: 27.00

A food journey along Italy’s Adriatic coast to discover authentic dishes off the tourist trail.

The Italian coast of the Adriatic Sea runs from the tip of the heel of the boot-shaped peninsula at the Ionian Sea to the northern waters of the Gulf of Trieste. Along its length are rugged rocky coastlines, sandy stretches of beach, lagoons and wetlands. Spindly wooden fishing piers, white-washed walls, colourful villages and sea-facing piazze dot the 750-mile coastline, with a history touched by Etruscan, Greek, Roman, Venetian and Austrian populations.

The food of the Adriatic mirrors the memories and traditions of peoples past and present who have lived on its shores, with ingredients reflecting the climate and terrain. Join Paola on this beautiful journey.

Taco Night: 60+ recipes for date nights, lazy nights and party nights - Deborah Kaloper

2024-09-26T12:45:51+01:00

Vendor: Smith Street Books
Type: Books
Price: 15.00

Make every night taco night!

Bring together your favourite people for the ultimate taco night. Whether it’s a weekend gathering with friends, a date-night in, or simply taco Tuesday, Taco Night has the best tacos for the right occasion.

Learn how to make your own flour and corn tortillas with ease, so you’ll never have to rely on store-bought versions again; and mix and match salsas and toppings and invite your guests to build their own tacos. With chapters that include recipes for vegetarian and vegan; seafood; chicken, duck and turkey; pork; and beef and lamb tacos, your choices are (almost) endless. Recipes range from the traditional to the new and even the unexpected, but always delicious.

Check out the other two in the series: Pizza Night and Pasta Night.

Pasta Night: 60+ recipes for date nights, lazy nights and party nights - Deborah Kaloper

2024-09-26T12:45:33+01:00

Vendor: Smith Street Books
Type: Books
Price: 15.00

Explore the delicious world of pasta with this fun cookbook. Californian native Deborah Kaloper provides over 60 incredible recipes, from rustic Italian classics to New World fusions.

Each of the chapters is based on pasta shape: Long Pasta, Short-cut Pasta, Filled Pasta and so on. Satisfy the whole family with recipes for Spaghetti and Meatballs or Traditional Macaroni E Cheese. Then experiment with the really long and fun-sounding Italian words: Penne Arrabbiata, Mussels with Fregola, Gorgonzola Gnocchi al Forno and many more.

A beautiful photograph accompanies every recipe, with pasta dishes to suit any night – whether you’re cooking to impress friends or to curl up with a bowl on the couch.

Check out the other two in the series: Pizza Night and Taco Night.<

EAT NYC: the iconic recipes that feed the city - Yasmin Newman

2024-09-26T12:44:01+01:00

Vendor: Smith Street Books
Type: Books
Price: 35.00

Learn to make New York’s most iconic dishes, from bagels and brisket to cherry pie and cheesecake.

‘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 in New York, whose rich tapestry of communities and history can be experienced with each passing street. Every square foot reveals something unique about the city, and the scene is always evolving.

Author Yasmin Newman takes us on a tour across the five boroughs to celebrate the most iconic dishes in NYC. From bagels and babkas to the Reuben, classic pizza slices, hotdogs, pretzels and the world-famous New York cheesecake, Yasmin shares the recipes that feed the city, from morning to night.

Clay-ful: The big world of tiny ceramics - Sophia Cai

2024-09-26T12:24:04+01:00

Vendor: Smith Street Books
Type: Books
Price: 15.00

A tiny book that showcases some of the world’s tiniest ceramics.

Often no taller than a few centimetres, miniature ceramics are much smaller than the hands that craft them. Perfectly formed, these minuscule pottery pieces can only hold a small sprig of tiny flowers at most, but they contain all the talent of larger works.

Clayful showcases 32 international ceramicists whose miniature vessels invite you to lean in and marvel. With precise craftsmanship, these artists transform clay into joyful interpretations of classic forms and techniques, shrunk down to fit in the palm of your hand.

The Mushroom Compendium: Explore the Kingdom of Fungi cards

2024-09-25T11:24:35+01:00

Vendor: Laurence King
Type: Books
Price: 16.99

Unearth the scientific, cultural and fantastical properties of mushrooms with this card deck. Fungi are the foundation upon which a healthy ecosystem is based; they're essential to the growth and success of our planet and yet many people barely know a porcini from a portobello, or a chestnut from a shiitake - and that's just the edible ones.

With these 50 reference cards and accompanying poster, explore the world of mushrooms beyond what's in your kitchen - from a ballerina waxcap and barbie pagodas to a snowy disco and stinkhorns - and discover the incredible diversity of their roles in ecosystems around the world.

Different varieties and the habitats in which mushrooms thrive are everywhere across the globe, and the importance of these organisms shouldn't be understated. From providing fundamental enzymes in food production and the creation of modern medicines, to traditional healing and cultural uses of hallucinogenic fungi, mushrooms are a vital part of the natural world that many know relatively little about.

This deck celebrates their beauty, complexity and significance, and gives an insight into this fascinating kingdom of fungi. It's the perfect gift for nature lovers.

Deck includes: 50 illustrated cards profiling 50 varieties of mushrooms from around the globe, accompanied by a detailed poster. We love Alice Pattullo's illustrations and the fascinating information from expert curators at Kew Garden's Fungarium.

Your Cosmic Year: Daily Readings to Unlock the Potential in Every Day - Theresa Cheung

2024-09-25T10:51:54+01:00

Vendor: Laurence King
Type: Books
Price: 14.99

Did you know every day of the year carries with it powerful energies that you can harness to transform your life? Use this one-of-a-kind card deck to interpret the power in each and every day, and to attract the very best into your life.

Drawing on the insight of astrology, the power of numerology, the impact of moon phases and much more, this deck of 46 cards is packed with wisdom and guidance from best selling author Theresa Cheung. Use the cards as your cosmic compass, a tool for self-reflection and an exploration of the thoughts and feelings within. Be guided and inspired to make sure every single day counts.

With cards for each day of the week, month of the year, astrological season, moon phase as well as cards that draw on the vibrational powers of numerology, create unique readings as simple or as complex as you desire, by combining different cards each day. Reflect on the powerful illustrations, and follow the guidance within to discover the best of yourself.

Look for insights into special days, plan the month ahead, discover inspiration for times you're feeling stuck and let this deck help you make every single day of the year feel incredibly special.

Create daily readings by choosing two to five cards to form a unique reading for the moment you need it most.

Deck includes 46 cards packed with wisdom and guidance, and stunningly illustrated to help you reflect on the energies of each card, keeping them in sight for visual prompts throughout the day.

The Anime Cafe: 50 Iconic Treats, Snacks, and Drinks from Your Favourite Anime - Nadine Estero

2024-09-19T10:45:49+01:00

Vendor: Rock Point
Type: Books
Price: 14.99

Immerse yourself in your favorite anime worlds and café culture, in its myriad forms, through 50 different anime movies and series – from the beloved films of Studio Ghibli to popular series such as One Piece.

Food plays an important role in anime, whether it is briefly shown in a slice-of-life scene or the entire plotline of an episode or even a series, and popular anime food creator Nadine Estero (@issagrill) has perfectly captured these favourite food and drink moments. You'll find 50 drinks, snacks, and sweet treats – traditional Japanese favorites and inventive re-creations – bringing them from the screen to your table.

Foods and drinks from a variety of popular anime series and movies
50 easy-to-make, fun, and delicious recipes
A stunning anime-style food illustration accompanying every recipe
Information about the exact episodes that feature the items
How to stock your anime kitchen
A celebration of Japanese food and culture

Enjoy even more of your favorite anime food and drinks in real life with this collectible cookbook.

Wild Walking: A Guide to Forest Bathing through the Seasons - Melanie Choukas-Bradley

2024-09-19T10:39:50+01:00

Vendor: Wide Eyed Editions
Type: Books
Price: 9.99

Disconnect from the distractions of daily life and reconnect with nature with Wild Walking, an enticing and comprehensive introduction to forest bathing – or shinrin-yoku, in Japan.

Full sensory immersion in the beauty and wonder of nature and trees can produce mental, emotional, and physical health benefits. Research has shown that forest bathing lowers blood pressure, pulse rate, and cortisol levels; improves mood; and may even boost our immunity to cancer and other diseases.

Wild Walking invites you to experience the benefits of this healing practice for yourself. Learn the history and background of forest bathing, followed by detailed instructions for establishing a forest bathing practice in your own adopted “wild home,” encompassed in three steps:

1. Disengagement from your daily routine
2. Deep breathing and nature connection through a series of quiet activities or “invitations”
3. Transitioning back to your daily life

This restorative activity can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities: children, teenagers, and even senior citizens with limited mobility and people recovering from illness and surgery. And you don’t need to travel to the Japanese alps to experience the benefits of forest bathing. All you need is a small patch of untouched (or lightly touched) nature to adopt as your “wild home.”

Within, find practical tips and inspiration for forest bathing through the seasons: in the winter, when the leafless trees open up new vistas; in the spring, when you can hear the melodious serenade of song birds as they nest in the newly formed green canopy; in the summer, watching the butterflies nectaring on wildflowers; and in the autumn, when you can catch glimpses of hurried squirrels storing food for the winter.

Wild Walking introduces a variety of activities that can be enhanced with forest bathing elements, such as mindfulness practices, exercise, art and writing, and outdoor celebrations. Learn, too, how surrendering to the mysteries of nature can provide guidance through difficult times.

As you find nourishment in nature, you will instinctively begin to wonder how you can preserve and protect this healing resource. This guide includes suggestions for tending to your “wild home.”

Illustrated throughout with enchanting and immersive artwork, Wild Walking is the perfect guide to enhancing your life with the wondrous world of nature.

Good Eggs: Over 100 Cracking Ways to Cook and Elevate Eggs - Ed Smith

2024-09-03T13:23:43+01:00

Vendor: Quadrille
Type: Books
Price: 22.00

A brilliant compendium and celebration of eggs, with over 100 recipes and ideas that make eggs the star of the show. Whether you’re partial to fried, poached, boiled, baked, scrambled or set, in this definitive book you’ll find all the inspiration you need for breakfast, brunch and beyond. From everyday classics to reinventions of old favourites with surprising twists, Good Eggs is a collection of delicious and dependable dishes that will take your eggs to the next level.

From simple eggs with a twist, such as Fried Eggs with a Crisp Cheese Skirt, Savoury Eggy Bread, and Kimchi and Blue Cheese Omelettes, to essential global classics such as Huevos Rancheros, Eggs Bhurji and Menemen, as well as eggs that cater for large groups, this fun and inventive cookbook is for egg-lovers everywhere.

Yoga Teacher In A Box - Leonie Taylor

2024-08-04T19:46:15+01:00

Vendor: Skittledog
Type: Books
Price: 19.99

This practical set of yoga positions, movements, breathing exercises and meditations lets you create a routine that's perfect for you. The 60 illustrated cards and accompanying booklet give clear instructions so that you can practice alone, and with confidence.

The cards are divided up into five useful sections, helping you navigate quickly to the ones you need: Inversions and balancing; Back arches and twists; Standing poses; Supine and seated, and Breath and meditations.

The different postures and exercises (asana) include variations and modifications to suit all abilities, body types and ages. Each card includes a graphic icon to highlight the main qualities of the pose or exercise being shown: calm, energy, focus, mobility and strength – so you can zone in fast on the ones that suit your needs on any given day. Also included is a section of breathing and mindfulness exercises (pranayama) giving advice and bite-size information on the science of breath for stress release, sleep and wellbeing.

Plantbased - Alexander Gershberg

2024-07-23T11:39:05+01:00

Vendor: Smith Street Books
Type: Toys
Price: 26.00

80 nourishing, umami-rich recipes from the kitchen of a passionate chef

Plantbased is your ultimate culinary guide to discovering the richness and abundance that a nourishing wholefoods plant-based diet can bring. Learn how to cook delicious and easy dishes with staple goods, such as grains, beans, root vegetables, green vegetables, seaweeds and fermented foods.

To achieve a nutritionally complete vegan diet you need to include more grains, beans and vegetables in your meals. But what are wholegrains to start with? And what on earth can you cook them with? Alexander invites you into his kitchen to answer these questions and more, to teach us the secrets of plant-based cooking that is so beneficial for our bodies.

Alexander’s recipes are influenced by the wonderful flavours of Japanese cuisine as well as the Israeli food culture in which he grew up. Join Alexander in his cosy little inner-city kitchen as he shares his knowledge for achieving a healthy plant-based diet that’s beautiful, delicious, sustainable and affordable. Something we can proudly regard as the food of our future.

Seriously Good Toast - Emily Kydd

2024-07-16T21:33:39+01:00

Vendor: Hardie Grant
Type: Books
Price: 14.00

Everyone loves toast. It’s effortless, easy on the pocket and, most importantly, tasty. Seriously Good Toast features every toast recipe you could ever need with recipes for breakfast, lunch, snacks and supper.

Start your day with Eggs Royale, sit down for a quick bite with Mozzarella and Kale Pesto or treat yourself to Tuna Tartare. With over 70 super-simple recipes, plus a guide to bread basics and toasting, this is the ultimate cookbook for everyone who loves toast. It's toast. And it's seriously good.

Visible Mending - Arounna Khounnoraj

2024-07-16T21:33:09+01:00

Vendor: Hardie Grant
Type: Books
Price: 16.99

Repair, renew and reuse the clothes you love.

In the movement against throw-away culture and fast fashion, learn how to pick up a needle and rediscover the forgotten techniques and joy of mending.

Covering 12 core techniques, 10 key stitches and 12 projects, explore why we should mend and how to mend a variety of different fabrics using this book.

Demystifying the mending techniques through a directory of stitches and clear step-by-steps, from repairing to reusing and renewing the clothes you love – stitch over tears, dye stains and celebrate a more sustainable life.

Visible Mending is for those who want to be less wasteful, more sustainable and add a personal touch to their garments.

Ramen Forever: Recipes for Ramen Success - Tim Anderson

2024-07-16T21:32:39+01:00

Vendor: Hardie Grant
Type: Books
Price: 18.99

Ramen Forever showcases the world’s most perfect food: ramen.

In Ramen Forever, Tim Anderson shows you the way to enjoy delicious homemade ramen on a regular basis, and gives you the tools to build your own ramen, just the way you like it!

There are five sections – Broth, Seasoning, Aromatic Oils and Fats, Noodles and Toppings – to enable you to mix and match to create your own ramen to suit your taste. Alternatively, you can choose to follow one of several complete ramen recipes provided.

Recipes include Double Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen, Tan Tan Men and Tsukemen, as well as The Ramen Sandwich and Garlic Sesame Miso Ramen Salad.

With recipes for beginners and casual cooks as well as serious noodle nerds, you can enjoy this superlative Japanese comfort food at home, regardless of your skill level.

Second Helpings: Delicious Dishes to Transform Your Leftovers - Sue Quinn

2024-07-16T21:32:13+01:00

Vendor: Quadrille
Type: Books
Price: 18.99

Second Helpings offers 100 delicious and innovative ways to use up leftovers, to help you waste less food and spend less money.

The book is packed with ingenious ways to use up bits and bobs in the fridge, half-empty packets in the larder, past-their-best fruit and veg as well leftovers from previous meals. Sue Quinn shows that when we truly celebrate leftovers, they can be a springboard for exciting dishes that taste just as good – if not better – than the meal from which they hailed.

This inspirational cookbook includes 100 recipes and ideas that showcase the most commonly wasted foods, such as bread, milk, cheese, potatoes, bananas, apples, salad leaves, leftover takeaways and previous meals. Second Helpings is the go-to cookbook for cooking up a feast, saving money and supporting the planet.

Recipes From Rome - Kate Caldesi

2024-07-16T21:31:51+01:00

Vendor: Hardie Grant
Type: Books
Price: 18.99

Recipes from Rome is a culinary exploration of Rome, Italy’s capital and one of the world’s most loved cities, with its iconic landmarks and neighbourhood trattorias.

Husband and wife team, Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi unearth Rome’s hidden gem recipes that have been handed down through generations, as well as new, exciting dishes inspired by Romans from all walks of life.

The duo present their interpretations of classic dishes, like Katie's spicy cheese and pepper pasta, alongside family favourites, such as sea bass with Parma ham and sage. Collaborating with Rome's best chefs, they also share modern recipes like fiery hot chilli sorbet that reflect the heat and colour of this bustling city.

Recipes from Rome is a beautiful keepsake that provides an impressive, fresh look at the city's cuisine that is sure to inspire and surprise.

Cookies & Crumbs - Kaja Hengstenberg

2024-07-16T21:26:05+01:00

Vendor: Quadrille
Type: Books
Price: 16.99

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 endless options for baking cookies at home with these unforgettable flavour combinations, as well as an array of unbeatable vegan and gluten-free recipes.

In this fun-filled, fresh-out-of-the-oven celebration of everyone’s favourite sweet treat, Kaja Hengstenberg keeps things simple, guides you through the basics and presents delicious, doable recipes. With handy tips scattered throughout, alongside ideas for using up leftovers – ice cream sandwich, anyone? – these are recipes that will show you how to make seriously good cookies every single time.

Making Things - Erin Boyle & Rose Pearlman

2024-07-16T21:25:34+01:00

Vendor: Hardie Grant
Type: Books
Price: 25.00

Finding use, meaning and satisfaction in crafting everyday objects.

Sometimes you need an idea and inspiration more than a detailed project. Making Things is a celebration of the art and ritual of crafting by hand that encourages a practice in mindfulness, a celebration of skill, and a return to materiality.

Through easy-to-follow tutorials for approximately 50-60 projects that are both accessible and aspirational, Rose and Erin invite readers to take a toe-dip into simple, time-honoured craft traditions. The projects celebrate the satisfaction that comes from slowly and carefully crafting something oneself. Example projects include Fabric Scrap Bunting, Cloth Checkerboards, and Sewn Cardboard Toys.

Requiring little to no skill, and no special equipment, Making Things is the crafting book for all skill levels.

I'll Bring Dessert - Benjamina Ebuehi

2024-07-16T21:11:59+01:00

Vendor: Quadrille
Type: Books
Price: 24.00

I'll Bring Dessert showcases 70 simple, sweet recipes for every occasion.

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 desserts that are easy to transport, to the perfect pud to feed a table of four all the way to simple recipes to please a crowd, this is the only dessert book you will ever need.

Chapters cover Something Fruity, Something Chocolatey, Something Creamy, Something Nutty and Something on the Side and each includes a mix of hot and cold desserts, vegan and gluten free recipes (or simple swaps), and recipes that can be made in advance or on the day with tips on how to transport or finish assembling later. From Cherry Slab Pie and Smoked Salt and Halva Cookies to a Gingerbread Mascarpone Roulade and Hot Honey Peach Shortcakes, there are recipes for when you want to really push the boat out and others that suit a more relaxed gathering.

With this gorgeous book, no matter what the occasion, you'll find yourself saying: 'I'll bring dessert'.

Bake Me A Cat: 50 purrfect recipes - Kim-Joy

2024-07-16T21:11:19+01:00

Vendor: Quadrille
Type: Books
Price: 16.99

Feline fans will love this collection of 50 a-miaow-zing cat-themed creations.

Bake Me a Cat showcases the cutest bakes you will ever see, all celebrating our favourite pet. With brand new recipes for cakes, cookies, desserts, breads and more, plus vegan and gluten-free options, it's the kitchen essential for every kitten-cuddler.

Kim-Joy is an expert in creating gorgeous animal-themed bakes, and her adorable feline characters have a purrsonality all of their own. Catering for a range of skills levels, whether you fancy baking Tiger Buns, Meow Bao, Kit-tea Scones or a Happy Purrrrthday Cake, bring joy to your cooking and a smile to every cat-owner's face with Bake Me a Cat!

Houseplant Gardener In A Box - Jane Perrone

2024-07-12T16:54:02+01:00

Vendor: Skittledog
Type: Books
Price: 19.99

Find out how to care for indoor plants and watch your home come to life with flowers and foliage, thanks to expert advice from the Houseplant Gardener in this box set of 60 illustrated cards.

What sort of plants love a bathroom? How can you bring an orchid back into flower? What needs regular watering, and what doesn't mind if you forget? What can you put on a sunny windowsill, and what will send foliage tumbling attractively from a shelf?

Author, journalist, podcaster, and now houseplant-gardener-in-a-box, Jane Perrone answers all these questions and hundreds more. Drawing on years of experience and research, her cards provide sensible, practical and inspiring advice. The accompanying book will guide you through the process of selecting plants, and Cody Bond's beautiful illustrations will inspire you along the way.

Pocket Nature: Flower Finding - Andrea Debbink

2024-07-11T16:27:12+01:00

Vendor: Chronicle
Type: Books
Price: 9.99

Find peace and stillness among the flowers with this lovely pocket guide to observing, identifying and appreciating wild blooms.

Explore the charmed world of flora: learn when and where to look for wildflowers, how to identify different varieties, and what flowers can teach us, from fireweed's resilience to dandelion's adaptability.

This petite guidebook also offers creative ideas for appreciating blooms, such as making botanical art, writing poetry, meditating in nature, and arranging a beautiful bouquet when picking is appropriate. Flower and nature lovers and mindfulness practitioners will appreciate the appealing illustrations and thoughtful reflections throughout.

Take Flower Finding on your next nature walk – it's more than a flower identification guide; it is also an invitation to spend more time in nature and away from screens and tech.

Pocket Nature: Beekeeping - Ariel Silva

2024-07-11T16:26:00+01:00

Vendor: Chronicle
Type: Books
Price: 9.99

The Pocket Nature series of petite books make lovely little gifts. Explore the marvellous world of honeybees with this delightfully illustrated pocket guide.

For budding apiarists, this introductory book offers fascinating information about honeybees and everything you need to know to begin your own beekeeping journey. For example, did you know that from birth, female bees are promoted through roles such as nurse, baker, and guardian of the hive? Or that male bees' primary purpose is simply to mate with a queen, but only 0.1% of them ever will?

You'll discover the inner workings of the beehive, the properties of honey, the basics of keeping bees, and the joys that come from this meditative hobby, including a thriving garden, environmental stewardship, and a supportive community (not to mention delicious honey!). A whole world awaits – and it's just outside your door.

This petite and brightly coloured book will appeal to anyone interested in bees and beekeeping, whether they're just starting their journey or well on their way. Filled with appealing illustrations, calming meditations, and tidbits about honeybees that will make your jaw drop, this is a lovely gift for bee lovers and nature enthusiasts.