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Creme caramel
Creme caramel

Creme caramel excerpted from Recipes from My Vietnamese Kitchen: Authentic food to awaken the senses & feed the soul by Uyen Luu. Photography by Clare Winfield.

Recipes from My Vietnamese Kitchen: Authentic food to awaken the senses & feed the soul by Uyen Luu

Recipes from My Vietnamese Kitchen is a collection of recipes passed down through Uyen Luu’s family.

Uyen was born in Saigon and spent her childhood there before leaving Vietnam in the aftermath of the war. She regularly travels back there to visit family and pick up more classic and modern recipes for dishes found in the homes and on the streets of Vietnam. The recipes in the book tell a story—about Uyen’s family and the culture of food in Vietnam. In essence, the food of her country aims to strike the perfect balance between sweet, sour, salty, bitter, hot, and umami, and to cater to any occasion and time of day, every mood and ailment.

Uyen describes some of the most commonly used produce and guides you through chapters such as Breakfast, Soups, Snacks, Noodles, Lunch & Dinner, and Sweets, weaving in tales of etiquette, personal history, and tradition, providing evocative photos of her travels throughout. Popular recipes include pho soup, banh mi baguettes, and summer rolls. (more…)

Smokin’ Fiery Chicken Wings
Smokin’ Fiery Chicken Wings

Smokin’ Fiery Chicken Wings excerpted from Recipes From My Indian Kitchen: Traditional & modern recipes for delicious home-cooked food by Nitisha Patel.

Recipes From My Indian Kitchen: Traditional & modern recipes for delicious home-cooked food by Nitisha Patel

A collection of inviting Indian recipes to cook at home, including street food and snacks, curries and rice, and the all-important chutneys and raitas, as well as lightly spiced desserts.

Magical spice powders, sizzling dried whole spices, noisy popping saucepans, aromatic smells, colorful foods… this is what sums up great home-cooked Indian food. In this book, Nitisha walks you through a myriad of spices to understand how each one adds flavour, as well as how they complement each other for different dishes. The excitement, freshness, and snack-friendly appeal of street food leads to an explosive mixture of flavours in recipes for Fish Pakoras, Smokin’ Fiery Chicken Wings, Deep-fried Spiced Potato, Samosa Chaat, and Dhokla Muffins.

The beauty of curry is that nothing defines what makes a good curry—recipes vary meaning that the possibilities are endless. Nitisha’s recipes for curry include Keralan Shrimp Curry, Uncle Rambo’s Goat Curry, Paneer Kadhai, and Gosht Aloo Saag Masala. Celebratory dishes are also here, with Masala Grilled Lobster, Tandoori Spatchcock Poussin, and Hariyali Salmon. While vegetarian dishes are great as sides and entrées: try a variety of dhals, Channa Masala, and Pili Pili Chips. And if all that wasn’t feast enough, finish up with some sweet treats, such as Pistachio and Rose Water Ice Cream, and Mango and Mint Kulfi. (more…)

Baked fruit & oat squares
Baked fruit & oat squares

Baked Fruit & Oat Squares excerpted from Vegan Snacks: Over 60 recipes for tasty plant-based bites by Ryland Peters & Small.

Vegan Snacks: Over 60 recipes for tasty plant-based bites by Ryland Peters & Small

It’s time to quit processed convenience snacks full of salt, sugar, and dairy and choose a healthier way to graze. Here you’ll find nuts, crackers, veg chips and other nibbles that make tasty and convenient snacks when hunger pangs strike. Next up, portable pocket-size energy balls and bars are perfect for when you are on the move.

There are recipes for feeding friends too―whip up a dip to serve at your next get-together. And if you are hosting a larger gathering, look no further than crunchy buffalo cauliflower, perfect for party platters!

Finally, sweet treats that will pep up your next box-set binge include cocoa-almond freezer fudge pops, proving once and for all that plant-based snacking can be every bit as delicious as it is good for you!

More than 60 recipes for vegan snacks guaranteed to satisfy your cravings as well give your body both instant fuel and long-term health-enhancing nutrition. (more…)

Sevilla-Style Paella
Sevilla-Style Paella

Sevilla-Style Paella excerpted from Cocina de Andalucia: Spanish recipes from the land of a thousand landscapes by María José Sevilla. Photography by Nassima Rothacker.

Cocina de Andalucia: Spanish recipes from the land of a thousand landscapes by María José Sevilla

Discover the cuisine from this fascinating region in Southern Spain through 75 authentic recipes.

Celebrating popular food and ingredients from the area, such as Iberico hams from Huelva, olive oils from Cordoba or Jaen, olives from Seville or sherry vinegar, sea salt and tiger prawns in Cadiz. 

This selection of truly authentic recipes have been developed by Maria Jose Sevilla during time spent in her house in Aracena near Seville.

Prepare mouthwatering tapas such as Chorocitos in Oloroso Sherry, Fried Aubergines with Molasses and Gambas al Ajillo. Continue with Gazpacho Andaluz, Artichoke Flowers with Iberico Ham and Monkfish and Shellfish Salad, and Pinchitos Morunos, Oxtail or Sevilla-Style Paella. Finish with Soft Nougat Ice Cream, Classic Torrijas and Alfajores for those with a sweet tooth.

Each recipe is accompanied by short histories relating to the character of a chosen locality, a particular dish or equally important, the people that grow and prepare the food.

Andalucia is the largest region of Spain and has a food tradition that is rich in shades from the past, but now a fascinating revival is taking place, supported by the array of amazing ingredients from land and sea, by memories and aromas from the past and by current innovation by Spanish chefs. La Cocina Andalucia has become even more attractive, improved without losing any of its character and taste.

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Yuzu lomi lomi salmon poke
Yuzu lomi lomi salmon poke

Yuzu lomi lomi salmon poke excerpted from Surf-side Eating: Simple & fresh recipes for summer inspired by coastal living.

Surf-side Eating: Simple & fresh recipes for summer inspired by coastal living by Ryland Peters & Small

From the reward of a post-surf brunch to enjoying a lazy lunch by the shore, these delicious recipes will evoke memories of time spent by the ocean.

Whether you’re chasing a wave, reaching for an endless summer, or simply answering the call of the ocean, this book of bright and fresh recipes perfectly captures the spirit of the surf and soothing effect of time spent by the water. Sun-soaked breakfast recipes are presented in the Rise & Shine chapter, such as smoothie bowls and Corn Fritters with Smashed Avocado. For something vibrant, yet light at lunch, head to Veggies, Salads & Sides and take a beach-side break with bowls of Ouzo Watermelon Salad or Sweet Potato, Smoked Mackerel & Grapefruit.

When the day calls for re-fueling with some tasty plates in between the surf, All-Day Dining includes Fish Tacos with Chipotle-lime Cream and Grilled Halloumi with a zingy Jalapeño, Lime & Tequila Relish. Gather round the grill to cook delicious food to share from Beachside BBQ, such as Grilled Lobster or create Sunset Suppers of Thai-steamed Snapper or Sunshine Laksa. As you drift into the dusk, savor desserts that celebrate crisp, ripe produce such as Lychee Sorbet or Yogurt Panna Cotta. Fresh, luscious, and creative, these flavorful recipes are inspired by cuisines from the best beaches and surf spots around the globe including Australia, California, Hawaii, Thailand, Indonesia, and beyond. So grab your board, or lazy lounger, and graze on these delicious dishes from sunrise to sundown. (more…)

Strawberry Summer Layer Cake
The ScandiKitchen Cookbook: Recipes for good food with love from Scandinavia by Bronte Aurell

Strawberry Summer Layer Cake excerpted from The ScandiKitchen Cookbook: Recipes for good food with love from Scandinavia by Bronte Aurell. Photography by Peter Cassidy.

The ScandiKitchen Cookbook: Recipes for good food with love from Scandinavia by Bronte AurellThis entertaining introduction to Scandinavian food contains over 80 recipes to try at home, developed by Bronte Aurell, owner of the popular ScandiKitchen Cafe in London’s West End.

There’s so much more to Nordic food than pickled herring and meatballs. Stretching from the midnight sun of northern Norway to the flat, fertile fields of Denmark, Scandinavian food culture is a lot more varied than you might think. Dishes and ingredients link all the regions together, bringing a uniquely Nordic food experience to life that was created by thousands of years of heritage and shared culture. Scandinavian food is simple. Natives call it ‘husmanskost’ (farmer’s fare). It’s natural and honest. When you work with the very best produce, there’s no need to overcomplicate it. Its appeal lies in the fact that it is healthy, wholesome, flavoursome, simple to make and beautiful to look at.

This book features recipes for all occasions and times of the day, ranging from morning buns, lunchtime savories, hearty dinners and indulgent desserts, to bakes and other foods for special celebrations. Enjoy fresh and simple open sandwiches, healthy Nordic salads, delicious traditional hot dishes and indulgent cakes. Discover new flavours and textures from mustard pickled herring and gravlax to sticky Kladdkaka cake. (more…)

Teriyaki Burger
Teriyaki Burger

Teriyaki Burger excerpted from Burgers: 60 tasty recipes for perfect patties, from beef to bean

Burgers: 60 tasty recipes for perfect patties, from beef to bean

Discover an endless array of burgers, both meat and plant-based, in this exciting collection of the world’s most popular fast-food dish.

Whether you are after the biggest, meatiest tower or a light and delicious vegan number made with fresh nutritious sauces, find your perfect patty right here in these pages. Serve the simpler recipes for weeknight family dinners, slinky sliders are perfect for entertaining friends, and you could even use the best gourmet recipe to woo someone special. There is a burger here to suit every occasion, taste, craving, and dietary requirement.

Break away from the standard cheese and bacon topping and seek out all manner of new flavors and toppings. Mouth-watering recipes to try in this book include Classic Restaurant Burgers with Bacon, Cheese and Pickles; Mexican Burgers with Homemade Guacamole and Fresh Tomato Salsa; Lamb and Feta Burgers with Homemade Tzatziki; Root Veggie Burgers with Fresh Guacamole; Pork and Caramelized Apple Sliders; and Beef Sliders with Mozzarella Pearl Centres in Mini Ciabatta. (more…)

Smoked Baby Back Ribs
Smoked Baby Back Ribs

Smoked Baby Back Ribs excerpted from Seriously Good Barbecue Cookbook: Over 100 of the Best Recipes in the World by Brian Baumgartner and Andrew Rea.

Seriously Good Barbecue Cookbook: Over 100 of the Best Recipes in the World by Brian Baumgartner and Andrew Rea

No one takes barbecue more seriously than Brian Baumgartner, aka Kevin Malone from The Office!

  • Over 100 recipes from influential BBQ chefs and influencers around the world, organized by regional style
  • A variety of BBQ styles including Texas, Kansas City, Carolina, and Memphis
  • Funny and engaging, this book is written in the humorous tone Brian is known for
  • Introduction by Brian includes the history of barbeque along with Brian’s very own go-to barbecue recipes for grilled chicken and smoked baby back ribs
  • Foreword by Andrew Rea of Binging with Babish, a cooking show on YouTube with more than 10 million subscribers

Brian Baumgartner (aka Kevin Malone from The Office) has traveled the world far and wide to bring you a collection of some of the world’s most mouth-watering and outrageous BBQ recipes!

This ultimate collection of over 100 barbeque recipes includes famous regional styles including Texas, Kansas City, North Carolina, Memphis, Kentucky, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama, plus international, seafood, and accompanying side dishes, all submitted by home cooks, award-winning chefs, and well-known pitmasters from all corners of the earth. Also included are detailed instructions on how to make the perfect rubs and sauces, desserts, and drinks. (more…)

Indian-Spiced Pork Burgers
Indian-Spiced Pork Burgers

Indian-Spiced Pork Burgers excerpted from MILK STREET 365 by Christopher Kimball. Copyright © 2024 by CPK Media, LLC. Photograph by Connie Miller of CB Creatives. Used with permission of Voracious, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company. New York, NY. All rights reserved.

MILK STREET 365 by Christopher Kimball. Copyright © 2024 by CPK Media, LLC. Photograph by Connie Miller of CB Creatives.

Cook with confidence every day! Dig into 365 essential recipes and tons of foundational resources—from the James Beard Award winning team at Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street.

This is Milk Street’s new and comprehensive guide to today’s recipe repertoire, full of fresh flavours and simple yet game-changing techniques. This is everyday cooking you actually want to cook every day.

Milk Street 365 is both inspiration and reference for the contemporary kitchen, with recipes that will change the way you cook at home—from soups, stews and salads to flatbreads, pizzas and noodles. Dishes include:

  • Velvety Turkish Scrambled Eggs with Yogurt
  • Vietnamese Pork and Scallion Omelette
  • Butter Beans in Tomato Sauce with Dill and Feta
  • Thai Green Curry Chicken and Vegetables
  • Taiwanese Five-Spice Pork with Rice
  • Garlic-Rosemary Burgers with Taleggio Sauce
  • Cheese-Crisped Pinto Bean Quesadillas
  • Plus deep dives into ingredients, pantry basics, and foundational techniques that every cook should master.

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Mango Salad with Toasted Coconut and Cashews 
Mango Salad with Toasted Coconut and Cashews 

Mango Salad with Toasted Coconut and Cashews excerpted from MILK STREET SIMPLE by Christopher Kimball. Copyright © 2023 by CPK Media, LLC. Photograph by Erik Bernstein.

MILK STREET SIMPLE by Christopher Kimball. Copyright © 2023 by CPK Media, LLC. Photograph by Erik Bernstein. Used with permission of Voracious, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company. New York, NY. All rights reserved.

The James Beard Award-winning team at Milk Street delivers 200 easy, clever recipes you can just cook: the world’s greatest culinary ideas, distilled to their essence and simplified for weeknight meals.

Milk Street has spent years learning from cooks all around the world and applying those lessons to weeknight cooking here at home. This book takes the best of those great culinary ideas and pares them back to their most basic, essential elements. The result is a set of recipes that are genius in their simplicity.

Each of these 200 recipes works with just a handful of ingredients and short active cooking time; these dishes are done when you need them, or hands-off so you can let them cook while you do something else. The keys are high-impact ingredients, transformative techniques, powerful flavour combinations, and layers of texture. Milk Street Simple recipes help turn a straightforward bowl of pasta or a head of roasted cauliflower into a delightful meal, with no fuss and recipes that are endlessly flexible. (more…)