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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 Maori Murota
    £18.99

  • by Nadiya Hussain
    £16.99

    DISCOVER MOUTH-WATERING, TIME-SAVING NEW RECIPES IN NADIYA'S BRAND NEW COOKBOOK, FEATURING ALL THE RECIPES FROM HER HIT NEW TV SERIES'An abundance of refreshingly original ideas. Her recipes are achievable for us all' DAILY EXPRESS________Nadiya's Fast Flavours will bring the excitement back into your daily meals, with all the recipes she cooks on her hit BBC2 programme and more besides.Known for her bold and surprising flavour combinations, Nadiya loves to throw the rulebook out of the window, and is always adding her signature twist to classic recipes. Now she makes it easy for you to do the same, with a host of everyday recipes that are guaranteed to send your taste buds into overdrive, including . . . Brioche Custard French Toast Sweet-And- Sour Prawns with Noodles Squash, Saffron And Grapefruit Soup Blueberry And Fennel Ice Cream Cake Lemon Leg Of Lamb with Jewelled Couscous Coffee-Glazed FocacciaSour, sweet, spicy, zesty, earthy, fruity, herbal - her delicious recipes offer new and innovative ways to pack your meals with flavour, using clever shortcuts, hacks and handy ingredients to put the va-va-voom into your food but without spending hours in the kitchen.________Praise for Nadiya Hussain:'Let Nadiya fill your kitchen with pure joy' Woman & Home'All hail the brilliant Nadiya Hussain' Radio Times 'The queen of Bake Off' Good Housekeeping

  • by Nat's What I Reckon
    £13.49

    "The world's a confusing and chaotic place. We thought lockdown was over . . . it wasn't. We hoped life would go back to normal . . . it hasn't. But Nat's What I Reckon knows one thing is definitely still true: jar sauce can get f*cked. So, to help champions keep levelling up their cooking skills and making ripper feeds from scratch at home, Nat has created this collection of 25 sh*t hot recipes that will get you out of a jam. This is stuff that's simple, easy to follow and tastes delicious, like Honey B*stard Chicken, Get F*cked Roast Potatoes and Frownie Reversal Orange Chocolate Brownie. There are no questionable ingredients here: purely Nat's trademark humour, a big dash of cheekiness and some genuinely handy culinary tips to boot. Death to Jar Sauce will see you through the good times and the tough times, hopefully with a few solid laughs and some awesome food on your plate. Recipes illustrated by Sydney artists Bunkwaa, Glenno, Warrick McMiles and Onnie O'Leary"--Publisher's description.

  • - 50 Delicious Recipes Inspired by Your Favorite Japanese Animated Films
    by Jessica Yun
    £14.99

    The Unofficial Studio Ghibli Cookbook is a delightful culinary journey penned by Jessica Yun. Published recently in 2022 by Ulysses Press, this book is a treasure trove for fans of the renowned animation studio, Studio Ghibli. This cookbook transcends the conventional genre of cookbooks, intertwining the enchanting world of Ghibli with the art of cooking. Jessica Yun masterfully recreates the iconic dishes from the beloved Ghibli movies, allowing readers to experience the magic in their kitchens. This book is a must-have for Ghibli enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Dive into the mesmerizing world of Ghibli through this cookbook, and let the flavors tell you a story. Published by Ulysses Press, this book is a testament to the charm and creativity of Studio Ghibli.

  • by Dick Strawbridge
    £18.99

    Create your own piece of the château at home with help from Sunday Times bestselling authors Dick and Angel Strawbridge.Drawing on their many years of hosting celebrations at Château-de-la-Motte Husson , this book is Dick and Angel's definitive guide to creating magical and unforgettable celebrations in your very own home. Whether it's enjoying the blossoming of spring with a delicious Easter lunch, soaking up the joys of summer with picnics and outdoor games, harvesting the bounty of the garden in autumn or creating an unforgettable family Christmas during winter.With mouthwatering recipes, beautiful craft projects and charming gardening ideas, whatever you're celebrating, you'll find something here for every occasion.

  • by Philip van Zyl
    £21.99

    This 42nd edition of the authoritative South African wine guide features 211 Five Star wines out of over 8,000 wines reviewed. Platter's features descriptions of over 900 producers across the vibrant wine regions of South Africa.

  • - Eat What You Like & Lose Weight For Life - The infographic guide to the only diet that works
    by Graeme Tomlinson
    £13.49

  • - Over 300 recipes for Bakes, Cakes, Treats and Sweets
    by Karolina Tegelaar
    £19.49

    You shouldn't have to compromise on flavour, texture and the look of your cake just because it's vegan. From carrot cake and chocolate cookies to madeleines and muffins; in this ultimate bible, Karolina has veganised old baking favourites as well as creating new baking recipes to make vegan baking accessible and fun to the novice baker.

  • - Rethinking Our Way with Grains
    by Joshua McFadden
    £27.49

    James Beard Award-winning author Joshua McFadden gives grains the same considered and wide-ranging treatment he did vegetables in this much-anticipated follow-up to the mega-successful Six Seasons.

  • - Fresh Sri Lankan Recipes from an Immigrant Family
    by Cynthia Shanmugalingam
    £19.49

    A NEW YORK TIMES TOP 10 COOKBOOK OF THE YEARNAMED A BEST COOKBOOK OF THE YEAR BY BON APPETIT * FOOD52 * THE LOS ANGELES TIMES * THE DAILY HIVEMore than 80 lush Sri Lankan recipes for fresh dinners, cold drinks, and sticky sweets that prove small islands can bring big flavors"A true gift to anyone who reads it" -Alison Roman"Delicious... this book makes me hungry" -Yotam Ottolenghi"Glorious... like having an encouraging, enthusiastic friend with you in the kitchen as you cook" -Nigella LawsonSince Cynthia Shanmugalingam was a young girl, she has worked to piece together her sense of Sri Lanka, her ancestral homeland that she experienced through the wondrous flavors of her immigrant parents' kitchen in London. In Rambutan, these ingredients, methods, and tastes-combining Javanese, Malay, Indian, Arab, Portuguese, Dutch and British influences-come together to create an irresistible portrait of modern Sri Lankan cuisine.In more than 80 recipes, Shanmugalingam takes her favorite parts of the island's culinary tradition and adapts them to be accessible and fun for the home cook: with dinners of sticky chicken buriani and crunchy fried potatoes with turmeric, desserts of mango fluff pie and milk toffee, and drinks of lemongrass lime soda and boozy tea cocktails, Rambutan is designed to deliver as much edible Sri Lankan joy as possible. Combining luscious recipe photography and stunning candids from the island, this exuberant guide is perfect for home cooks looking to explore the exciting Sri Lankan tradition in South Asian cuisine.

  • by Donna Hay
    £18.99

    Donna Hay returns with her new, gorgeously luxe hardcover cookbook One Pan Perfect to make life simple, easy and delicious for her millions of fans. Donna loves to make it easy for home cooks. Her stunning new cookbook, One Pan Perfect - featuring over 120 recipes for simple, easy, no-fuss deliciousness which only need one pot, pan, tray or bowl - will take you from the kitchen to the table in no time at all, and make your whole family happy. One Pan Perfect is peppered with QR Codes that you can scan with your phone to instantly bring the recipes to life. The short video series will offer you plenty of tips and tricks to up your cooking game. This groundbreaking interactive tool will make life even easier by letting Donna walk you through entire recipes from start to finish: your own personal cooking coach!

  • - Recipes from Italy's Bars and Hidden Laneways
    by Paula Bacchia
    £18.99

    Italian Street Food, a captivating book by Paula Bacchia, takes you on a culinary journey through the heart of Italy's vibrant food culture. Published in 2021 by Smith Street Books, this book is a treasure trove for food lovers. The genre is food and drink, and it's brimming with mouth-watering recipes that capture the authentic taste of Italian street food. Bacchia's engaging writing style and her passion for Italian cuisine shine through every page, making this book a delightful read. Whether you're an experienced cook or a novice, Italian Street Food is a must-have in your collection. It's more than just a cookbook; it's a celebration of the rich and diverse food culture of Italy. So, immerse yourself in the tantalizing world of Italian street food with Paula Bacchia's masterpiece.

  • - Knockout recipes to celebrate the sweeter things in life
    by Ravneet Gill
    £15.49

    For as long as Ravneet Gill can remember sugar been her friend and constant companion, so it's little wonder that she grew up to become a pastry chef for some of London's most respected food institutions. Rav's first book, The Pastry Chef's Guide laid down the basics, but now she is back - serving more gems to help you build up your baking armory.

  • - The Misunderstood Science of Metabolism
    by Herman Pontzer
    £9.49

  • - 1001 Easy, Healthy and Flavorful Recipes For Every Model of Instant Pot and For Beginners and Advanced Users
    by Saul Gloria S. Saul
    £16.49 - 21.49

  • - A Plant-Based Nutrition and Training Guide for Every Fitness Level-Beginner to Beyond [Includes More Than 60 Recipes!]
    by Matt Frazier & Matt Ruscigno
    £14.99

    No Meat Athlete is a unique guidebook, healthy-living cookbook, and nutrition primer for the beginner, everyday, and serious athlete who wants to perform at their best while living a meatless (vegetarian, vegan, etc.) lifestyle.

  • - A Complete Course in Preparing Ramen Meals at Home
    by Amy Kimoto-Kahn
    £14.99

    Simply Ramen presents 70 traditional and non-traditional ramen noodle recipes with interchangeable soup bases, noodles, meats and vegetables, toppings, and sides alongside mouthwatering photographs.

  • - The Ingredients, Equipment, Processes, and Recipes for Crafting Honey Wine
    by Steve Piatz
    £15.49

  • - Elixirs & Libations from the Lore of H. P. Lovecraft
    by Mike Slater
    £17.99

    75 drinks, potions, concoctions and offerings for your next haunted housewarming or Samhain soiree.

  • - Recipes and memories from Pakistan
    by Sumayya Usmani
    £15.49

    A contemporary Pakistani cookbook featuring more than 100 recipes.

  • - Modern, fuss-free vegetarian food
    by Joe Woodhouse
    £16.99

    Vibrant vegetarian food for everyone to enjoy, with everyday recipes using everyday veg, for everyday cooks.

  • - Healthy, Easy and Delicious Instant Pot Duo Crisp Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners and Not Only
    by Joyce Lawrence
    £13.49 - 18.99

  • by Brad Kearns & Mark Sisson
    £20.49

  • by Dr Sander Hort
    £14.49 - 21.49

  • - Fresh and Easy Lunchbox Recipes from a Japanese Working Mom
    by Kanae Inoue
    £11.99

  • - Wild Apples, Real Cider, and the Complicated Art of Making a Living
    by Andy Brennan
    £11.99

    "The Book for Cider Lovers"--New York TimesToday, food is being reconsidered. It's a front-and-center topic in everything from politics to art, from science to economics.

  • - The New Science of Alcohol and Your Health
    by Professor David Nutt
    £9.49

    The definitive guide to alcohol, science and our health by a world-renowned, leading authority, Professor David Nutt.

  • - The Story of Human Appetite
    by Dr Giles Yeo
    £9.49

    The anti-diet diet book by University of Cambridge geneticist, Dr Giles Yeo.

  • - & Other Recipes Worth Living For
    by Ella Risbridger
    £8.99 - 16.99

    A book of recipes and reflections that reveal the life-changing happiness of cooking.

  • - Delicious Weekday Recipes for the Super-Busy Home Cook
    by Gwyneth Paltrow
    £18.99

    The only book you'll need to put amazing, surprisingly healthy meals on the table every weeknight (and lunch the next day) by bestselling cookbook author, Gwyneth Paltrow

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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