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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 Jayne Buxton
    £11.99

  • by Antoni Porowski
    £16.99

    In the follow-up to his New York Times bestseller Antoni in the Kitchen, Queer Eye star Antoni Porowski shares easy and delicious dinners for every night of the weekLet's Do Dinner is an invitation into Antoni's easy kitchen. Dinner with Antoni means satisfying meals full of lean protein and loads of vegetables, with splurges of carbs and decadence. Simple, yes, but always special. Antoni keeps shopping lists short and steps and pans to a minimum.Pulled chicken nachos, pasta carbonara with spring onions and peas, or pan-seared steak with harissa butter and crispy potatoes - it's all good for post-work evenings or casual entertaining. Antoni shows how to crank up the flavour, make exciting suppers from pantry staples, create new takes on classics by swapping in one surprising ingredient, and build a rousingly flavoured vegan grain bowl. Plus, he lets you in on the secret weapons in every kitchen that get great food on the table fast.

  • by Sarah Myhill
    £16.49

    A guide to why a diet that combines paleo principles (no dairy, no grains) with ketogenic properties is the non-negotiable basis of good health and how to achieve this simply, sustainably and affordably.

  • by Meliz Berg
    £20.99

    Meliz's Kitchen is a captivating book penned by the talented author, Meliz Berg. Published in 2022 by Ebury Publishing, this book takes you on a culinary journey like no other. It's a delightful blend of storytelling and cooking, making it a unique piece in its genre. Meliz's Kitchen is more than just a cookbook; it's a celebration of food and the joy it brings. The author, Meliz Berg, beautifully combines her passion for food and writing in this book, making it a must-have for any food enthusiast. Published by Ebury Publishing, this book is a testament to Berg's culinary expertise and her ability to engage readers through her vibrant storytelling. So, if you're looking for a book that combines the joy of reading and cooking, Meliz's Kitchen is the perfect pick for you.

  • by Jock Zonfrillo
    £8.99

    A coming-of-age memoir of addiction, ambition and redemption in the high-stakes world of Michelin star kitchens. From reckless drug addict to one of Australia's top chefs and television stars: MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillos powerful life story will shock and inspire. Jock's life spiralled out of control when he tried heroin for the first time as a teenager while growing up in 1980s Glasgow. For years he balanced a career as a rising star amongst legendary chefs with a crippling drug addiction that took him down many dark paths. Fired from his job at a Michelin star restaurant in Chester, England, after a foul-mouthed rant, Jock made his way to London looking for work and found himself in front of the legendary Marco Pierre White. He credits White for saving his life, but Jock continued to struggle with addiction in a world of excess, celebrity, and cut-throat ambition. On New Year's Eve 1999, Jock shot up his last shot of heroin before boarding a plane to Sydney, where he would find passion and new meaning in life in the most unexpected places. There would be more struggles ahead, including two failed marriages, the closure of his prized restaurant during COVID-19, his time on-country, and some very public battles. This is his unforgettable story.Praise for Last Shot Last Shot is Trainspotting meets Kitchen Confidential. Jock's ability to not sugarcoat the truth and his brutal honesty about his struggle with his inner demons will resonate with so many people. That coupled with his absolute passion for food, his commitment to highlighting the culture and food of Australia's First Nations People and his pure love for his family makes this a truly stunning book. I loved it.' Actress, Rebecca Gibney';Oh my goodness what a book. I've just finished it, devoured it in under four hours. I laughed and cried and marvelled at him.'News Corps National Entertainment Writer,Lisa Woolford

  • - Recipes to Love: A Cookbook
    by Chrissy Teigen
    £18.99

    NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In her most personal cookbook yet, the bestselling author of Cravings shares food that will bring you joy and comfort—with a little help from her one-of-a-kind family.Chrissy Teigen has always found a big sense of fun in the kitchen, but more than ever, she turns to the stove for comfort and warmth. Now Chrissy shares the recipes that have sustained her and her family, the ones that made her feel like everything is going to be okay. Recipes for Cozy Classic Red Lentil Soup, ingenious Chrissy signatures like Stuffed PB&J French Toast and puff pastry–wrapped Meatloaf Wellington, and family favorites like her mom Pepper’s Thai-style Sloppy Joes and John’s Saturday-morning Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes will have you feeling like you’re pulling up a chair to her table.

  • - The secret to delicious vegan cooking from the Mediterranean and beyond
    by Georgina Hayden
    £19.49

    Introducing 'Nistisima', a captivating novel penned by the talented Georgina Hayden. Published in 2022 by the renowned Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, this book is a must-read for all literature enthusiasts. The genre of the book is yet to be revealed, but knowing Hayden's prowess, it's bound to be a thrilling ride. 'Nistisima' promises to be a literary gem that effortlessly blends Hayden's unique storytelling style with her masterful command of language. As a recent addition to the 2022 literary landscape, this book is fresh off the press. Don't miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the world of 'Nistisima'. Grab your copy today from Bloomsbury Publishing PLC.

  • - Reduced-calorie versions of 100 absolute favourite meals
    by Graeme Tomlinson
    £13.49

    Graeme Tomlinson - nutrition coach and founder of phenomenal Instagram account, The Fitness Chef - shows you how a few small adjustments to your favourite recipes can significantly reduce calories.

  • - Every woman's guide to healthy hormones after 40
    by Lara Briden
    £16.49

    Hormone Repair Manual is a groundbreaking book by Lara Briden, a renowned author in the field of health and wellness. Published in 2021 by Greenpeak Publishing, this book delves into the world of hormones and provides a comprehensive guide on how to balance and repair them. As a part of the health genre, it offers a wealth of knowledge, backed by scientific research, to help readers understand and manage their hormonal health better. Lara Briden's expertise shines through every page, making it an essential read for anyone looking to improve their overall well-being. Don't miss out on this enlightening publication from Greenpeak Publishing.

  • - Find Your Food Triggers and Reset Your System
    by Dr Will Cole
    £9.49 - 13.49

    The Inflammation Spectrum is a game-changing guide which aids readers to overcome their health woes through doing nutrition the right way.

  • by Nisha Katona
    £18.99

  • - Italian-Inspired Desserts
    by Letitia Clark
    £20.99

    A fresh, new take on Italian-style baking

  • - The complete guide to vegetarian grilling and barbecue
    by Genevieve Taylor
    £15.49

    The ultimate guide to grilling, barbecuing and roasting a multitude of marvellous vegetarian dishes

  • - Over 100 vegetarian Indian Restaurant classics and new dishes to make at home
    by Dan Toombs
    £13.49

    At last, The Curry Guy goes veggie with over 100 amazing vegetarian recipes, from curries to dosas, samosas and sides

  • - ... til et liv med cøliaki
    by Mia Brandstrup Andersen
    £20.99

    Hvordan lærer man at leve med cøliaki? Hvor skal man begynde, når man skal ændre sin livsstil til at være glutenfri? Hvor finder man glutenfri produkter? Hvordan laver man glutenfri mad? Hvad betyder ordene på varedeklarationen? Denne bog er fyldt med gode råd, vejledninger, tips, erfaringer, forslag, opskrifter og nyttig information, når man skal leve glutenfrit. Bogen er en hel samling af redskaber, der kan gøre en svær begyndelse lettere.

  • - The Nordic Art of Analogue Cooking
    by Niklas Ekstedt
    £28.49

    'With equal parts of birch wood and passion, we keep the flames alive. We cook all our ingredients over an open fire. Charcoal and smoke are our most powerful tools. No electric griddle, no gas stove - only natural heat, soot, ash, smoke and fire. We have chosen these ways to prepare our food as a tribute to the ancient way of cooking. At Ekstedt it is the flames that are superior.' Through his bold flavours at the eponymous Michelin-starred restaurant, Niklas Ekstedt ignites our primal fire-side instincts. His abandonment of modern technology may be a little difficult to replicate in your own kitchen, but his spirit will convince you to get back to basics where you can. The restaurant, Ekstedt, is at the very heart and centre of the book, providing the foundation for Niklas' stories of seasonal, and regional, traditional Swedish cooking. Dishes from the restaurant, and in the pages of this sumptuous book, include braised lamb shoulder with seaweed butter and wild garlic capers, juniper-smoked pike and perch, ember-baked leeks with charcoal cream, pine-smoked mussels, and wood-oven baked almond cake. Stunning photography from David Loftus brings Niklas' recipes and the Nordic seasons to life. ------------------------------------------- Praise for Food From The FireBest books of 2016 - London Evening Standard'The Swedish cookbook that's about to set your world - ok - your dinner on fire' - Esquire Magazine

  • - Classic and Modern Recipes
    by Rachel Wharton & Sohui Kim
    £21.49

  • - 50 Recipes from Tokyo's Gyoza King - Pot Stickers, Dumplings, Spring Rolls and More!
    by Paradise Yamamoto
    £11.99

  • by Stephen Flynn & David Flynn
    £14.99

  • - From fridge to fork in 40 minutes or less
    by Gennaro Contaldo
    £19.49

    Full of enticing, authentic and quick-to-prepare recipes, Gennaro Contaldo's new book demonstrates how to whip up a delicious Italian feast in 40 minutes or less. From lightning-fast risottos to pronto pastas, speedy soups and delightful desserts, these recipes showcase the very best Italy has to offer, while requiring little time in the kitchen.

  • - The classic Italian cookery book
    by Gennaro Contaldo
    £19.49

    A glorious update of a modern classic - full of colourful recipes that evoke Italian life at its most enticing, Passione is the story of Gennaro Contaldo's upbringing in Italian food and will teach you to cook like a true Italian.

  • - Why the Experts Got it All Wrong and How Eating More Might Save Your Life
    by James Dinicolantonio
    £11.99

    A leading cardiovascular research scientist upends the low-salt myth, proving that salt may be one solution to - rather than a cause of - the chronic disease crisis.

  • - A Secret History of Champagne and the Rise of the Great Growers
    by Robert Walters
    £14.49

    Bursting Bubbles is a ground-breaking new book that offers the reader an alternate history of Champagne and its greatest growers. Often controversial, it is a no-holds barred look at the world's most famous wine region and the sparkling wine that it produces.

  • - Mexican street food from scratch
    by Jonas Cramby
    £15.49

    Recreate your all-time street-food favourites with delicious recipes that are bursting with authenticity. Crunch your way through the crispiest corn tostada, feast on a classic quesadilla, and then cool off with a thirst-quenching fruit agua fresca. And, of course, you will learn how to make tacos. Lots of tacos. An incredible amount of tacos.

  • by Jamie Oliver
    £19.49

    Jamie's Everyday Super Food makes eating well delicious, easy and fun No matter how busy you are, you'll find that healthy eating the Jamie way is both simple and achievable, making it super easy to choose exactly the kind of meals that suit you. The book is divided into breakfasts (up to 400 calories), lunches (up to 600 calories) and dinners (up to 600 calories), and every tasty meal is nutritionally balanced so that any combination over the day will bring you in under your recommended daily allowance of calories (2000 women/2,500 men), allowing you to enjoy snacks and drinks on the side. You can eat Smoothie Pancakes with Berries, Banana, Yoghurt and Nuts for breakfast, Tasty Fish Tacos with Game-Changing Kiwi, Lime and Chilli Salsa for lunch and Griddled Steak and Peppers with Herby-Jewelled Tabbouleh Rice for dinner, and still be healthy! Whether you dip in and out of it, eat from the book Monday to Friday or use it faithfully every day for a month, it's totally up to you. In Everyday Super Food, Jamie's done all the hard work for you - all you need to do is choose a delicious recipe, cook it up and, most importantly, enjoy it. Every meal in this book is a good choice and will bring you a step closer to a healthier, happier you.'Packed with vitamins, bursting with flavour: irresistible new recipes from Jamie Oliver' Sunday Times'The healthy recipes that helped Jamie lose two stone' Sunday Times'Our failsafe foodie of choice' Sunday Times'Jamie Oliver is great - I'd put him in charge of the country' Guardian

  • by Dieter Braatz, Ulrich Sautter & Ingo Swoboda
    £39.99

    Featuring sixty-seven exceptional color maps as well as eighty-seven vivid images by photographer Hendrik Holler and others, this is the most comprehensive and up-to-date atlas of German wine-a detailed reference to vineyards and appellations. The authors explain the geography of all the German wine-growing regions and provide independent analysis and ranking of the most significant vineyards in each region. In addressing the growing American appreciation of German wines, the atlas pays in-depth attention to Rieslings from the Mosel and other premier regions while also acquainting readers with wines from less familiar areas such as the Ahr, Baden, the Taubertal, and Franconia. Beautifully produced, with helpful sidebars and succinct essays, this book will become the standard reference on the subject.

  • by Yotam Ottolenghi & Sami Tamimi
    £21.99

    'Ottolenghi changed the way we cook in this country just as surely and enduringly as Elizabeth David s A Book of Mediterranean Food had in 1950. It brought into our kitchens bold flavours, a vivid simplicity, a spirited but never tricksy inventiveness and, above all, light. Nigella LawsonInspired by their childhoods in West and East Jerusalem, Yotam Ottolenghi s and Sami Tamimi s original cookbook Ottolenghi: The Cookbook showcases fresh, honest, bold cooking and has become a culinary classic. Yotam and Sami's inventive yet simple dishes rest on numerous culinary traditions, ranging from North Africa to Lebanon, Italy and California. First published in 2008, this new updated edition revisits the 140 original recipes covering everything from accomplished meat and fish main courses, through to healthy and quick salads and suppers, plus Ottolenghi's famously delectable cakes and breads.A new introduction sheds fresh light on a book that has become a national favourite.Ottolenghi is an award-winning chef, being awarded with the James Beard Award 'Cooking from a Professional Point of View' for Nopi in 2016, and 'International Cookbook' for Jerusalem in 2013. In 2013 he also won four other awards for Jerusalem. Praise for Ottolenghi: [A] book that has barely left my kitchen the fact that Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi have been generous to put their recipes in a book is something I had long dreamed of Nigel Slater, The Observer Magazine Possibly the best cookery book I have ever owned. The recipes are well-tested and produce results that will astound your tastebuds. Try the aubergine-wrapped ricotta gnocchi with sage butter, the chicken with three-rice salad or their famous meringues and you'll know just what I mean. Caroline Jowett, Daily Express A wonderful book for vegetarians and cake lovers alike Bee Wilson, Sunday Times

  • - THE ORIGINAL OFFICIAL SIRTFOOD DIET RECIPE BOOK TO HELP YOU LOSE 7LBS IN 7 DAYS
    by Glen Matten & Aidan Goggins
    £8.99

    THE OFFICIAL RECIPE BOOK TO BESTSELLING ORIGINAL THE SIRTFOOD DIET. Over 100 more delicious SIRTFOOD recipes to help you lose up to 7lbs in 7 days and stay lean and healthy for life!'The weight loss phenomenon' Times'The plan that will change the way you do healthy eating' Red Jumpstart your way to better health with over 100 tried-and-tested recipes from the bestselling authors of The Sirtfood Diet. This easy-to-use recipe book combines the latest nutritional advice with an essential meal plan to help you lose weight and feel great. Revolutionising the way we eat, through their scientifically researched plan for health and weight loss, nutritional medicine experts Aidan Goggins and Glen Matten show how these sirtuin-activating recipes will switch on our body's fat-burning powers to supercharge weight loss, improve energy levels, and promote amazing health. These recipes are brimming with flavour and include the official top 20 Sirtfoods, such as kale, parsley, strawberries, buckwheat, walnuts, turmeric, dark chocolate, and even coffee! With a flexible meal plan adjustable to your routine, budget and diet, and containing nutritional advice and tips throughout, this is the essential recipe book to make sure every meal you cook is SIRTified. Pioneers of the 'modern day medicine movement', advocating the need to complement medical intervention with nutrition and lifestyle changes, Aidan Goggins and Glen Matten both hold Master's Degrees in Nutritional Medicine and are recognized authorities on nutrition and health.Recipes created with the help of Chef Mark McCulloch, a professional chef for 25 years who is passionate about creating healthy food without compromising on flavour.'The diet for people who actually like to cook and eat.... it's like having your own personal nutritionist' Times'I'm eating like a king these days thanks to the Sirtfood Diet' Conor McGregor, UFC World Champion 'A non-faddy diet that offers incredible health benefits and weight loss. I'm a huge fan!' Lorraine Pascale, BBC TV chef and food writer'A revelation to my diet, introducing Sirtfoods has allowed me to attain a body composition and wellbeing previously unimaginable' David Haye, Heavyweight Champion Boxer www.aidangoggins.com @Aidan_Gogginswww.glenmatten.com @glenmatten

  • - A Complete Guide for Foragers
    by Roger Phillips
    £18.99

    'I can safely say that if I hadn't picked up this book some twenty years ago I wouldn't have eaten as well, or even lived as well, as I have. It inspired me then and it inspires me now' Hugh Fearnley-WhittingstalWild food is all around us, growing in our hedgerows and fields, along river banks and seashores, even on inhospitable moorland. In Roger Phillips and Martyn Rix's Wild Food, hundreds of these plants are clearly identified, with colour photography and a detailed description. This definitive guide also gives us fascinating information on how our ancestors would have used the plant as well as including over 100 more modern recipes for delicious food and drinks. From berries, herbs and mushrooms to wild vegetables, salad leaves, seaweed and even bark, this book will inspire you to start cooking with nature's free bounty.

  • by Rose Gray & Ruth Rogers
    £23.49

    With River Cafe Cook Book Easy Rose Gray and Ruth Rogers pioneered a new approach to cooking and eating. Knowing that people lead busy and demanding lives, they made their innovative Italian recipes even more accessible to those who love good food but have little time to prepare it. Recognising that the key to quick cooking is often in the ease of buying the ingredients, the easy recipes highlight the fresh produce you will need to shop for as well as the ingredients that are store cupboard essentials. Rose and Ruth then take you through simplified steps to cook great Italian dishes that are bursting with flavour and style. To complement this new concept, the cookbook has a fresh, dynamic design and superb photographs that will delight both new and established fans. Like River Cafe 'graduates' - most famously Jamie Oliver - you can learn the secrets of cooking fabulous Italian food, but now it's even easier.

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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