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Are you looking for inspiration for your next meal? At Tales you find a wide selection of books about food and drink. In the selection you find recipes for the hottest new dishes and the beloved classics made like good old mom made them. If you are looking for a lifestyle change you can also dive into our healthy cookbooks and find a guide for the best way to lose weight and keep it for life. If you instead want to spoil your sweet tooth, we recommend you dive into our selection of bakery books with the most delicious recipes for cakes and bread. Are you ready to taste a whole new world of food and drink?
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    by Future Publishing
    £11.99

    Christmas can be a busy and expensive time of year so why not save time and costs by serving up a feast with your air fryer! From a crispy turkey and pigs in blankets to gingerbread cookies, these air fryer recipes are sure to impress over the holidays.

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    by Alex Blanco
    £23.99

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    by Pierre Paul Zeiher
    £48.49

    All the information, guidance, and recipes you need to become a pastry professional—in a single book!Comprehensive in its content and practical in its approach, The Pastry Chef Handbook addresses all the professional steps necessary for this demanding and fascinating profession. In addition to the examples illustrated by step-by-step visuals and essential cultural elements, it addresses nutrition, hygiene, service, and presentation. Beginner pastry chefs will be able to learn the basic rules, and 100 preparation techniques—from making custard in a bain-marie to icing. They will also discover 100 detailed classical recipes, from Saint-Honoré to Opera. Thanks to the QR codes integrated throughout the book, readers will also be able to consult professional learning videos to perfect their know-how on the BPI Campus site.

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    by Jane Baxter
    £19.99

  • by John Vincent
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  • by Leon Restaurants Limited
    £7.99

    Wholesome, yummy . . . joyously healthy - The Sunday TimesBe pot-prudent with Little Leon: One Pot, the bite-sized collection of healthy and tasty one-pot recipes, from Storecupboard Daube and John's Thai Curry to warming Winter Vegetable Herb Pot Roast and Leon Chilli Con Carne.

  • by Leon Restaurants Limited
    £7.99

    Wholesome, yummy.... joyously healthy. - Sunday TimesThe Leon motto is 'naturally fast food', and this bite-sized collection is full of ideas for quick-to-table suppers. From Natasha's Chicken Fajitas and Tom's Red Pesto Surprise to the Perfect Pepper Steak, each tasty, healthy and fast recipe will take you less than 30 minutes to prepare. Quick desserts such as Henry's Salted Caramel Bananas are also included.

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    by Various
    £10.99

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    £12.99

    A rare snapshot of life in women's prisons which describes food as a socio-cultural experience. Refreshingly new for penal observers and of interest to women's support groups everywhere. Resourceful, instructive, innovative.

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    by Julia Rutland
    £14.49

    Create colorful, delicious meals that bring people together with more than 150 recipes, perfect for cast-iron skillets, Dutch ovens, and more.Cast-iron cookware is treasured in the home kitchen. Expertly seasoned pieces are often passed down through the generations. Whether you own a skillet your great-grandparents used or are shopping for a new Dutch oven, learn how to select, season, and properly care for these versatile pans. Then put them to use with Julia Rutland’s collection of full-flavored recipes sure to please the whole family.Cast-Iron Cooking showcases more than 150 recipes that are best made in cast-iron cookware, from griddles to novelty pans to brasiers. Julia gives expert advice on the purchasing, seasoning, and care of this beloved material, then provides a range of hearty meal ideas—including appetizers, breads, stews, main dishes, desserts, and more! The author is a professional writer, recipe developer, recipe tester, food stylist, and television/media demonstrator, so you can be certain that every dish offers the quality your loved ones deserve.Inside you’ll find:158 recipes—tested and tasted by the authorBreakfast, breads, main courses, sides, and moreVegetarian options Full-color photographs

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    by Jonathan Stevens
    £15.49

    "A beautifully written book by a true artisan. . . . Easy to read and likely to inspire, this book will take your bread-making to the next level."--Sandor Ellix Katz, fermentation revivalist; author of The Art of Fermentation and other fermentation bestsellers "It's impossible to read through the recipes in The Hungry Ghost Bread Book without being inspired to scoop out some sourdough starter and get mixing."--Maurizio Leo, author of James Beard Award-winning The Perfect Loaf For the adventurous home baker and small-scale commercial baker alike, The Hungry Ghost Bread Book is a delicious guide and a pious devotional to the wonderful, awe-inspiring world of sourdough. What does it mean to take on the practice of bread? Jonathan Stevens, co-owner of Hungry Ghost Bread in Northampton, Massachusetts, has pondered this question over thirty years of baking sourdough bread. Baking is a ritual that demands attention, physical proximity, close observation, and continual adjustment. It begets sustenance, fosters community, and connects us with a 10,000-year-old craft. The Hungry Ghost Bread Book is a window onto one baker's artisan approach to sourdough bread--the culmination of his time in the tide of dough. Sourdough, declares Stevens, is not a style of bread. It is bread. The sourdough starter--the microbial community used to inoculate bread dough--transforms flour into something truly digestible by humans, unlocking the nutrients that are otherwise inaccessible. Stevens's unique approach to working with sourdough can be summed up by three tenets, each of which begins with "more." More hydration, more fermentation, and more heat in the oven. Inside these pages, you'll find tools, techniques, insights, short-cuts, ingredients, warnings, and a handful of haikus. You'll find instructions for creating and nurturing your own sourdough starter, as well as formulas for a variety of loaves, flatbreads, crackers, folds, scones, bagels, and more, including: Eight-Grain Bread Fig & Sage Bread Potato-Thyme Fougasse Sesame-Spelt Crackers Rosemary Walnut Scones The results are quite fantastic: bread that bites back, heels worth chewing on, and scraps worth toasting. A return to real Wonder. "The Hungry Ghost feeds more than spirits with its spectacular breads."--Saveur (naming Hungry Ghost Bread a "Great American Bread Bakery")

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    by Camilla Marcus
    £21.99

    WITH A FOREWORD FROM ALICE WATERS, visionary chef and owner of Chez Panisse "With My Regenerative Kitchen, Camilla leads us with passion and confidence toward a brighter, healthier, and more delicious future for our families and our planet."--Gail Simmons, food expert and TV host; author of Bringing It Home Over 100 delicious, healthy recipes using regeneratively grown ingredients and sustainable techniques from the chef and founder of west bourne When we honor the Earth, we nurture our own health--the true meaning of regeneration. By finding harmony between our soil and soul, we can make small yet impactful shifts in our cooking and lifestyle to support a healthier planet and the next generation. With a focus on upcycling food scraps and mindful ingredient sourcing, My Regenerative Kitchen brings home the importance of regenerative agriculture, climate consciousness, and reducing food waste in our daily lives. Through exquisitely simple recipes and thoughtful techniques, Camilla Marcus--chef, restaurateur, and founder of sustainable products brand west bourne--encourages readers to embrace a whole-farm mentality, use every part of the vegetable, and adopt a zero-waste approach in the kitchen. Every recipe is loaded with professional tips gleaned from Camilla's storied restaurant career, as well as inspiration for how to integrate laid back, naturally inclined West Coast-inspired living and the art of beautiful, undone hospitality into any home. The stunning photography, shot on film by Ben Rosser, celebrates the soul and spirit of California living. From homemade stock and pickles to plant-based mains and craveable desserts, My Regenerative Kitchen includes innovative, chef-inspired recipes such as: Pantry Staples: Fermented Hot Sauce, Pistachio Dukkah Drinks: Fruit Preserve Apéro, Avocado Oil-Washed Martini Starters: Leftovers Pancake, Mushroom Larb Lettuce Cups Small Plates: Melon as Itself, Big Salad Energy Mains and Family Style: Whole Roasted Romanesco with Walnut Bagna Cauda, Al Pastor Squash Tacos Desserts: Seasonal Fruit Galette, Yuzu (or Any Citrus) Posset Food is more than just sustenance--it's a form of activism. This book will guide you to take risks, create with intention, and regenerate our Earth through how you live, cook, eat, and gather every day. "Camilla Marcus is one of my heroes, and My Regenerative Kitchen proves why. . . In twenty years, this will be a classic of its time as much for its recipes as its ideas, and you don't have to wait until then to make this book a cornerstone of your sustainable lifestyle."--Andrew Zimmern, Emmy-winning and four-time James Beard Award-winning TV personality; chef, writer, and social justice activist

  • by Gooseberry Patch
    £14.99

  • by Gooseberry Patch
    £7.99

    What's the perfect ending to a homestyle meal... dessert, of course! In Our Favorite Dessert Recipes, Gooseberry Patch has gathered 60 easy-to-make sweets for all occasions. Buyers will love tucking Soft Molasses Cookies into lunchboxes, serving Aunt Maggie's Apple Crisp after dinner and treating friends to Chocolate Cabin Cake. For special occasions, try Pecan Pie Bars. Both made-from-scratch recipes and simple shortcut recipes are included. This little book also includes clever tips for decorating, sharing and gifting desserts... a feature Gooseberry Patch is known for!

  • by Gooseberry Patch
    £14.99

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    by Cider Mill Press
    £13.49

    Discover how to create the quintessential Bloody Mary, the refreshing Mimosa, and the invigorating Moscow Mule, along with a host of other delightful concoctions that will make your daytime gatherings unforgettable.

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    by Ryan Rondeno
    £20.99

    Elevate your home cooking with more than 100 recipes that feature the vibrant fusion of Creole flavors and California freshness from a renowned private chef.Chef Ryan Rondeno, who has dazzled the palates of celebrities with his innovative and mouthwatering creations, seamlessly blends the vibrant flavors of Creole cuisine with the fresh ethos of California cooking in My Creole-Cali Kitchen. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to be both intriguing, flavorful, and accessible, allowing home cooks to recreate elevated dishes that burst with flavor and creativity. With dishes like tempura squash blossoms, crawfish enchiladas, and duck confit with whipped ricotta and pickled peaches, Rondeno brings his signature style to every page, ensuring that each dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning. And for those with a sweet tooth, there are celebration-worthy desserts like brown butter banana bread with pistachio praline and buttermilk ice cream, and--of course--beignets.Rondeno, who has cooked for A-list stars, shares his culinary secrets and expert tips, making even the most sophisticated recipes easy to follow. The cookbook features step-by-step instructions, beautiful photographs, and clever twists on Southern favorites. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner looking to impress your guests, My Creole-Cali Kitchen offers a treasure trove of recipes that are sure to level-up your cooking game while remaining approachable and fun. Indulge in the best of both worlds with this delightful fusion that promises to bring excitement and flair to your kitchen.

  • by Norman Miller
    £18.99

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    by The Coastal Kitchen
    £19.49

    Capture the heart and soul of Mexico with 350 rich recipes in this extraordinary encyclopedic cookbook.

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    by Editors of Cider Mill Press
    £13.49

    Make over 100 quick and easy vodka cocktails with only four ingredients or less!

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    by Emily Ley
    £15.49

    If you're like Simplified founder and bestselling author Emily Ley and often find yourself crazy-busy and tasked with feeding your family three meals a day, you'll love the delicious, easy recipes and meal plans in The Simplified Cookbook.

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    by Giovanna Bellia La Marca
    £17.99

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    by Bobbie Lloyd
    £20.99

    Indulge in 100 delightful no-bake desserts from the iconic New York bakery. Explore classic treats like banana pudding; icebox cakes, pies, and cheesecakes; as well as all-new icebox sweets from Magnolia Bakery's Chief Baking Officer Bobbie Lloyd.Magnolia Bakery, once a small corner shop in New York's West Village, now a global phenomenon with 40+ stores around the world, shares a new collection of recipes in The Magnolia Bakery Handbook of Icebox Desserts.An icebox dessert is a no-bake or low-bake dessert that comes together with time to set in the refrigerator, meaning these recipes are simple, classic, easy to make, and of course, completely delicious. The book features 100 recipes--each with a gorgeous photo--of icebox cakes, icebox pies, cheesecakes, icebox bars, and puddings, including variations on Magnolia Bakery's famous and beloved banana pudding, plus recipes that cover the prep work (and require a bit of baking) for crusts, crumbs, fillings, and cookies. Advice on kitchen staples and supplies, with tips and tricks to become the ultimate baker are also included, so you're ready to go before you start. Recipes include: Banana Pudding Icebox CakeTriple Chocolate Pudding PieCold Brew Chocolate Chip CheesecakeStrawberry Shortcake BarsCannoli Icebox BarsPeach Crisp No Bake BarsChocolate Wafer CookiesPumpkin Spice Pudding with Cookie Butter SwirlSo make some room in the fridge, turn off the oven, and enjoy these mouthwatering flavors at home!

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    by Seema Pankhania
    £16.99

    Pre-order Seema Pankhania's first cookbook for food that will wow all week long, with big flavours from all over the world. Seema Pankhania is in love with food: food that dazzles and excites; food that spurs memory and recalls a time or place in a single bite; food that allows you to travel the world without leaving your kitchen. In Craveable, Seema's first book, she shares joyful, flavour-led dishes, that are sure to satisfy every mood and appetite. Inspired by Seema's travels and the food cravings we all share, this collection of recipes will make every meal a celebration, and show that you too can unleash your creativity in the kitchen and access a whole world of vibrant flavour. Seema encourages you to make each dish your own - giving you the freedom to break the rules and, most importantly, play with your food and have fun in the kitchen. With chapters organised by craving, Seema will take you on a journey of fresh, comforting, salty, sweet and celebratory meals, as well as a whole chapter of emergency dishes for when you need to break the glass on something delicious and nourishing, but don't have the time or energy to spend time shopping or cooking. Dishes include:¿ Bombay Fish Finger Sandwiches¿ Pickled Jalapeno Mac n Cheese¿ Aubergine and Mushroom Iskender¿ Indian Fried Chicken¿ Spiced Chipotle Short-Rib Ragü Sticky Soy Mushroom and Egg Rice¿ Glass-Shatteringly Crispy Kimchee and Potato Pancakes¿ Caramelised Honey and Zaatar Cheese Toastie¿ Spiced Rum Sticky Toffee Pudding ......and even a 30-minute Emergency Birthday CakeWith Seema's infectious sense of fun jumping out from every page, and every recipe infused with her voracious appetite for travel and big flavour, this is a celebration of food in its purest form and a collection truly delicious, accessible recipes that anyone can make.

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    by Cider Mill Press
    £15.49

    Transport yourself to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean with over 100 quick, effortless, and vibrant recipes all using just seven ingredients.

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    by Alana House
    £13.49

    Melbourne Cocktails is an elegant collection of over 100 recipes inspired by the land down under.

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    by Yuto Omura
    £19.49

    This masterfully curated collection of authentic recipes will transport you straight to the heart of Japan.

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    by Richard Thomas
    £13.49

    Pour a dram and immerse yourself in the captivating saga of whiskey---a tale as rich and layered as the drink itself.

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    by Justin Giovannetti Lamothe
    £12.49

    While searching for the origins of Canada's most famous fried dish, journalist Justin Giovannetti Lamothe finds a reflection not only of the country's intricate history, but also of his own neglected cultural roots. The recipe is deceptively simple--fried potatoes, cheese curds, gravy--but the story behind it is as rich and complex as Canada itself. Poutine is the closest thing we have to a national dish. As its popularity has spread across the country and beyond, it has become what the baguette is to France: a kind of national symbol, as immediately Canadian as the toque, beaver or hockey puck. Yet the odd, winding history of poutine has never been written--until now. Following lore about the dish's rise from the road-side chip wagons of rural Quebec, award-winning journalist Justin Giovannetti Lamothe tells a story that mirrors the growth of modern Canada and the shifting cultural gap between La Belle Province and its English-speaking neighbours. As the son of an anglophone mother and a francophone father, Giovannetti Lamothe is perfectly suited to the task: much of his childhood was spent on the outskirts of Trois-Rivières, a stone's throw from the region where--according to local lore--poutine was invented sometime in the 1950s or '60s. As he tracks poutine's origins and wanderings, he also reveals the evolving nature of his relationship to his father and, with this, to the Québécois heritage he once drifted away from. After reading the delectable Poutine, you'll never see--or taste--this humbly famous food in quite the same way again.

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    by Olivia Mae Bradley
    £18.99

    Olivia Mae Bradley (@livthepositivefooodie) has dedicated her online career to sharing budget, macro-friendly food. The Positive Kitchen sees her much-loved healthy recipes find a forever home in full-colour print, with unreal, fuss-free dishes that are ideal for weeknight eats, as well as weekend treats.

Food and drink trends
We have seen a lot of cooking trends in recent years, especially when it comes to sustainability. At Tales you find many cookbooks concerning precisely that. It is actually quite easy to cook sustainably, if you remember these three pieces of advice. 1. always remember to buy locally produced fruit and vegetables so that you reduce transportation that normally leaves a huge climate footprint. 2. use the ingredients that match the season. By doing that you reduce the use of greenhouse farming that also uses a lot of energy. 3. and maybe most importantly; try to lessen your food waste by finding new ways of combining your left-overs. By reducing food waste you also save a lot of money in addition to saving the environment for a lot of wasted energy and unnecessary consumption. If you need creative ideas and new recipes to help you fight food waste, we would recommend you to dive into the cookbook Solo Cooking for a Sustainable Planet
Another trend is food that is easy and fast to cook. In our busy everyday many haven’t got the time to cook, and that makes many choose the easy way by ordering something from the local fastfood restaurant. A choice with little variation and typically not all that healthy. Something Jamie Oliver tries to root out. Jamie Oliver is one of the most popular chiefs in modern time. He has found a way of getting the most tasty meals out of a few good ingredients. Try to dive into his cookery book 5 ingredients - quick & fastfood for easy and cheap recipes for the everyday. Oliver gives his take on healthy dishes that are as fast to make as ordering from your local fastfood restaurant. Jamie Oliver’s collection of easy recipes is also a good cookbook for beginners. 
Fermentation has also gone extremely popular in recent years. The cooking technique might just be the direct opposite of Jamie Oliver’s easy and fast recipes, but many people have started to ferment onions, beetroots, pumpkins and cucumbers at home. You can ferment almost everything, the only limit is your imagination. To ferment is also very sustainable, because it increases the durability of the products you choose to ferment. Read the cookery book The Art of Fermentation to get a guide on how to get started on fermentation. 

Vegan cookery book
Another way of making your cooking more sustainable is also by going vegan - maybe just a day or two every week saves the environment for a lot of CO2. That is why Tales’ collection of food and drink also contains many vegan cookery books. A good vegan cookery book contains delicious and innovative recipes without meat, and it also contains inspiring stories about the vegan life and the challenges it comes with. 
At Tales you find the vegan cookery book Vegan 100 by Gaz Oakley. Oakley gives you a guide with all you need to know, when you go vegan. A book he missed, when he himself went vegan. The vegan cookery book contains no less than 100 green and tasty recipes that makes you forget all about meat. If you want inspiration for your next vegan cookery book take a look at our category Vegetarian cookery that both contains vegan and vegetarian recipes. 

Cookbook for kids
If you want to teach your kids how to cook. You can also find your next cookbook for kids in Tales’ selection. A good cookbook for kids is essential in raising your child, so they can be curious on food and experiment with different recipes. Kids that have cooked in their childhood grow up to be quality-conscious amateur and even professional cooks.  
You can for example let your child discover recipes inspired by the magical world of Harry Potter. In the cookery book Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook - from Mugglers to Magic Gina M. Meyers gives her guide to enchanting meals from the fascinating Harry Potter Universe. Let your child take on a magical journey while making their first meal. The enchanting narrative in the cookbook for kids makes your child more curious about cooking and tasting new ingredients. Cooking becomes a form of play. 

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