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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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    - 115 Easy Recipes for Low-Calorie, High-Energy Living
    by Chungah Rhee
    £20.49

    The first book by a major publisher to feature the Meal Prep craze, written by the mega-popular blogger behind DAMN DELICIOUS

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    by Sean Muldoon
    £16.99

    Dead Rabbit Grocery & Grog in lower Manhattan has won every cocktail award there is to win, including the 2016 'Best Bar in the World' title from Worlds50BestBars.com.

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    - Over 100 super simple and delicious 5-ingredient recipes. Recommended by Veganuary
    by Roxy Pope
    £15.49

    Pope and Pook debunk the myth that vegan food is bland, boring or complicated with these five-ingredient taste sensations drawing on the feel and ethos of their channel "So Vegan".

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    - Over 700 Recipes
    by Louis P. De Gouy
    £15.99

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    - Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary
    by Max Lugavere
    £18.99

    The author of the New York Times bestselling Genius Foods offers a lifestyle program for resetting your brain and body to their ?factory settings??to help fight fatigue, anxiety, and depression and to optimize cognitive health for a longer and healthier life.The human body was honed under conditions that no longer exist. The modern world has changed dramatically since our days as hunter gatherers, and it has caused widespread anxiety, stress, and disease, leaving our brains in despair. But science proves that the body and brain can be healed with the intervention of lifestyle protocols that help us to regain our cognitive birthright.In The Genius Life, Lugavere expands the Genius Foods plan, which focused on nutrition and how it affects brain health, and expands it to encompass a full lifestyle protocol. We know now that the health of our brains?including our cognitive function and emotional wellness?depend on the health of our gut, endocrine, cardiac and nervous systems as there is a constant feedback loop between all systems. Drawing on globe-spanning research into circadian biology, psychology, dementia prevention, cognitive optimization, and exercise physiology, The Genius Life shows how to integrate healthy choices in all aspects of our daily routines: eating, exercising, sleeping, detoxing, and more to create a healthy foundation for optimal cognitive health and performance. Among Max's groundbreaking findings, you will discover:· A trick that gives you the equivalent of a ?marathon? workout, in 10 minutes· How to get the benefits of an extra 1-2 servings of veggies daily without eating them· The hidden chemicals in your home that could be making you fat and sick· How to boost melatonin levels by up to 58% for deeper sleep without supplementsThe book features an achievable prescriptive 21-day plan for Genius Living that includes daily workouts, meal plans, and meal prep tips, and accompanied with helpful suggestions for healthy swaps and snacks

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    - Recipes for Performance and Pleasure
    by Alan Murchison
    £16.99

    UK WINNER - GOURMAND WORLD COOKBOOK AWARDS 2020'I can't think of a finer chef to have written a book on nutrition and diet for athletes' - Tom KerridgeA must-have recipe book designed for cyclists of all levels, written by Alan Murchison - a Michelin-starred chef and champion athlete who now cooks for British Cycling's elite athletes. His easy-to-make and nutritionally balanced meals will help cyclists reach their cycling performance goals - this is flavoursome food to make you go faster.The Cycling Chef features more than 65 mouth-watering recipes - including breakfasts, salads, main meals, desserts and snacks, as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes - each designed with busy cyclists in mind. They are all quick and easy to prepare, and are made from ingredients that are readily available in any local supermarket.A good diet won't make a sub-standard cyclist into a world beater, but a poor diet can certainly make a world class or any ambitious cyclist sub-standard. However, an optimised diet, whatever your potential, will help you reach your own personal performance goals.

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    by Food
    £18.99

    The world's top 500 food experiences - ranked. For the follow-up to our bestselling Ultimate Travelist, we asked the planet's best chefs and food writers, as well as our food-obsessed authors, for their most delicious and thrilling gastronomic encounters. The result is a journey to Chinese hutongs, San Sebastian pintxos bars, Tokyo sushi counters, Texan BBQ joints, Singapore hawker markets, and unmissable restaurants around the world.

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    - 300 recipes from Beijing and Canton to Shanghai and Sichuan
    by Terry Tan
    £18.99

    A comprehensive collection of authentic recipes from the diverse regions of China, sumptuously photographed throughout.

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    - A Step-by-Step Guide
    by Francois-Xavier Delmas
    £16.49

    A fun and simple approach to becoming a tea expert, from the founders of the international tea brand Palais des Thes.

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    - Grill, Smoke, Bake & Roast
    by Ray Lampe
    £13.49

    More than eighty recipes for grilling, smoking, roasting, and baking on the world's top-selling kamado-style cooker by the bestselling author of Flavorize.Both Ray and Big Green Egg have come a long way in their 15-year relationship, and it's been a wild ride! Next up is the chapter all EGGheads have been waiting for, How does Dr. BBQ set his EGG up to cook all the things he's cooked in his 30-year BBQ and grilling career? All the tips and tricks are here in the chapter called The EGG Carton. Then the book gets serious about recipes with chapters covering all the diverse things that the EGG can do.Dr. BBQ puts his spin on Grilling with great recipes like Crispy Lobster Quesadilla and the Bacon and Egg Cheeseburgers. Smoking is next with Dr. BBQ firing up classics like Dry Rubbed St. Louis Style Ribs and new ideas like Dr. BBQ's Smoked Meatball Gumbo. Baking is where you'll learn how to make Dr. BBQ's favorite Thin Crust Pizza With Italian Sausage, Summertime Zucchini Pie, and Blueberry French Toast Casserole. Last but not least is Roasting where Dr. BBQ knocks it out of the park with a Porchetta Style Pork Roast and Happy Thanksgiving Turkey.

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    by Spruce
    £8.99

    A fabulous cocktail collection, beautifully packaged.

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    by Kitty Travers
    £16.99

    Featuring 75 refreshing recipes, this book is the ultimate gift for ice cream fans. In a small converted greengrocers in south London (her ice cream shed), Kitty Travers creates an array of iced delights - fresh ice creams that taste of the real, whole fruits;

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    by Donna Hay
    £21.99

    The Australian cookbook author returns with a new look at how to master baking techniques and classic recipes.

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    - A Modern Guide for Everyone
    by Jordan Michelman
    £11.49

    An illustrated guide to the essential rules for enjoying coffee both at home and in cafes, including tips on storing and serving coffee, coffee growing, roasting and brewing, plus facts, lore, and popular culture from around the globe.This introduction to all things coffee written by the founders and editors of Sprudge, the premier website for coffee content, features a series of digestible rules accompanied by whimsical illustrations. Divided into three sections (At Home, At the Cafe, and Around the World), The New Rules of Coffee covers the basics of brewing and storage, cafe etiquette and tips for enjoying your visit, as well as essential information about coffee production (What is washed coffee?), coffee myths (Darker is not stronger!), and broadcasts from a new international coffee culture.

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    - Food of the Islamic World
    by Anissa Helou
    £35.49

    A Sunday Times Book of the Year (Bee Wilson)A sweeping culinary journey across the Islamic world, and a celebration of its most iconic recipes.A diverse and rich culinary tradition has evolved in every place touched by Islam, always characterised by deliciousness and fragrance, a love of herbs and the deft use of spices. Anissa Helou's Feast represents an extraordinary journey through place and time, travelling from Senegal to Indonesia via the Arab, Persian, Mughal or North African heritage of so many dishes. This exploration of the foods of Islam begins with bread and its myriad variations, from pita and chapatti to Turkish boreks and Lebanese fatayer. From humble grains and pulses come slow-cooked biryanis, Saudi Arabia's national dish of Lamb kabsa and magnificent jewelled rice dishes from Iran and Pakistan. Instructions for preparing a whole lamb or camel hump sit alongside recipes for traditional dips, fresh salads and sharp pickles. And sugary sweet treats suitable for births, weddings, morning coffee and after dinner glint irresistibly after them.With more than 300 recipes, spectacular food photography and lively anecdotes, Feast is a comprehensive and dazzling mosaic of Islamic food culture across the globe.

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    - 101 Recipes to Feed Your Face
    by Lauren Toyota
    £13.49

    Feed your face with satisfying, delicious food. Vegan Comfort Classics is a collection of 101 mouth-watering recipes that combine innovative plant-based cooking with flavoursome comfort food. YouTube sensation Lauren Toyota of the hit vegan channel, Hot for Food, offers indulgent, crave-worthy dishes such as Courgette-Onion Bhajis, Mac n Cheese Onion Rings, Herb-loaded Sausage Rolls, Spicy Peanut Noodles, Waffle-topped Cottage Pie, Stuffed Crust Pizza, Raspberry Funfetti Pop Tarts, Fudgy Brownies as well as a whole chapter of delicious melty, stacked sandwiches and essential sauces to make any meal awesome. Each and every tempting recipe is photographed. This is modern, tasty food made for weeknights, sharing with friends at the weekend, late-night munchies and beyond.

  • by Daverick Leggett
    £19.49

    One step towards self-healing is to take responsibility for your own nourishment. This book takes guidance from the insight of traditional Chinese medicine, and each of the 100 recipe's energetic actions are described to enable the reader to choose recipes suited to their own individual needs.

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    - An A-Z of two hundred classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, with anecdotes for the curious and tips and techniques for the adventurous
    by Pyramid
    £8.99

    An A-Z collection of classic and contemporary cocktails.

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    by Josh Katz
    £21.99

    Berber & Q is an exceptional book written by the talented Josh Katz. Published in 2018 by Ebury Publishing, this book has made a significant impact in the literary world. The book falls under the genre of culinary literature, where Katz, a renowned chef, shares his passion and knowledge about food. He takes the readers on a culinary journey, exploring various cuisines and their unique flavors. The book is written in English and has received widespread acclaim for its engaging content and Katz's ability to make complex cooking techniques understandable. Ebury Publishing, known for its diverse range of books, has truly found a gem in Berber & Q. This book is a must-read for all food enthusiasts who are eager to broaden their culinary horizons.

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    - Recipes, Tips and Tricks that Make the Most of Your Outdoor Oven
    by Genevieve Taylor
    £14.99

    The Ultimate Wood-Fired Oven Cookbook by Genevieve Taylor is a must-have for all food enthusiasts. Published in 2018 by Quadrille Publishing Ltd, this book explores the art of cooking with a wood-fired oven. Delving into this niche of culinary arts, Taylor brings her expertise and passion to the table, providing readers with a comprehensive guide on how to make the most of their wood-fired ovens. This book goes beyond the traditional pizza recipes, offering a variety of dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. From slow-roasted meats to crusty bread and smoky vegetables, each recipe is a testament to Taylor's mastery and creativity in the kitchen. If you're looking to expand your cooking repertoire and venture into the world of wood-fired cooking, this book is your perfect companion. Grab your copy from Quadrille Publishing Ltd today and embark on a unique culinary journey.

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    - Over 150 Delicious Recipes to Prevent and Reverse the Full Spectrum of Inflammatory Symptoms and Diseases
    by Amy Myers
    £15.49

    The companion cookbook to the revolutionary New York Times bestseller The Autoimmune Solution, filled with more than 150 nutritious, easy-to-prepare, every day recipes to heal symptoms of inflammation and autoimmune disorders, including Graves' Disease, Psoriasis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Celiac disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and Multiple sclerosis.Nine in ten Americans suffer from inflammation or an autoimmune disorder?conditions for which conventional medicine has no cure. Minor irritations like rashes and runny noses are ignored, while chronic and debilitating diseases like Crohn's and rheumatoid arthritis are handled with a cocktail of toxic treatments that fail to address their root cause. But as Dr. Amy Myers revealed in The Autoimmune Solution, there are solutions. In this invaluable cookbook, she now shows you how to repair your body and reverse your symptoms by eating your way to good health.The Autoimmune Solution Cookbook delivers more than 150 grain-free recipes designed to prevent and reverse the full spectrum of autoimmune diseases, including allergies, obesity, asthma, cardiovascular disease, fibromyalgia, lupus, IBS, chronic headaches, fatigue, multiple sclerosis, colitis, Graves' disease, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. As our food and environment becomes more toxic, the health of millions of us have been impaired. Thanks to Dr. Myers, you no longer need to rely on prescriptions?with troubling, sometimes dangerous side effects?to counteract your body's over-reactive immune system. The Autoimmune Solution Cookbook is the healthy alternative to cope with and conquer inflammatory-related symptoms and diseases.

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    - 100 Simple Sattvic Recipes
    by Kate O'Donnell
    £19.99

    Eat your way to increased energy, balanced emotions, and an overall state of calm and relaxation. In Ayurvedic medicine there are said to be three main energies that affect our mind: • sattva, the state of contentment and calm; • rajas, the state of reactivity and excitability; and • tamas, the dull, slow, and stagnant state of mind.The good news is that there are direct ways of bringing these states into balance through what we eat. The recipes in this book are simple, seasonal, and delicious, while bringing the traditional foods of Ayurveda into the modern kitchen.Everyday Ayurveda Cooking for a Calm, Clear Mind uncovers the true potential of food to heal not only our bodies, but our minds too.

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    - Recipes from my home
    by Skye McAlpine
    £19.49

    With her simple, approachable Italian recipes and charming photography, Skye McAlpine offers an insider's perspective on Venetian home cooking. 'It is a beautifully evocative book, offering a delicious stroll through the city' Nigella Lawson'A real and rare gem, this is the must-have book on Venice and it's cooking' Anna del Conte All of the recipes in A Table in Venice are typical of Skye's cooking style: simple, fresh, colourful and always plentiful, whether it's quick-to-assemble cicheti - the small plates accompanying an afternoon spritz or dinner party Prosecco - or a hearty serving of risotto topped with an extra grating of Parmesan. With many recipes featuring a short list of ingredients these are dishes for everyone to make and enjoy, from Almond Paste Croissants and Chocolate and Amaretti Custard to Tagliolini with Prawns, Courgettes and Saffron and Roast Duck Legs with Plums. Hundreds of thousands of tourists pass through the city of Venice each year, eat at trattorie, and leave having dined in Venice, but not having eaten well. It is the food cooked in homes and made with local ingredients, the recipes passed down through generations that is real Venetian food. So sit down to a sumptuous spread of freshly baked pastries, tuck into a comforting Venetian dinner with friends and family, or discover the secrets of Venice from the comfort of your armchair.

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    - Carnivore-Approved Vegan Recipes
    by Candice Hutchings
    £17.99

    The book of the YouTube sensation which takes readers on a culinary journey to revolutionise vegan food as we know it and make it 'carnivore-approved'.

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    - Over 100 authentic and delicious Vietnamese recipes
    by Thuy Diem Pham
    £19.99

    Bring a taste of Vietnamese cuisine to your home with 100 fresh, authentic and delicious recipes from the owner of The Little Viet Kitchen, London.Born in a small village in the south of Vietnam, Thuy was surrounded by food and she grew up amidst livestock and fresh produce, with a wonderful variety of fruits, morning markets with freshly picked vegetables and the smells of traditional street food. It's these memories that are the foundation of her food philosophy and culinary creations, and her landmark London restaurant, The Little Viet Kitchen, brings this true taste of Vietnamese cuisine to Islington. It is here that Thuy, along with her husband Dave, has created a dining experience combining the best of restaurateur precision and flair with the comforts of the home kitchen. Embracing all elements of Vietnamese cuisine, Thuy's food enhances and showcases the natural textures and flavours of the organic ingredients she uses. Having moved to the UK aged seven, Thuy has a distinctive approach to Vietnamese cooking in the West, with an authentic core knowledge of Vietnamese culture and a deft understanding of the London restaurant and foodie scene, all of which is brought to life in these pages. Offering a fresh approach and insight into how to make the best of classic dishes and Vietnamese family favourites, it is Thuy's expertise and memories that are the heart of each and every recipe. This book delves into Thuy's journey from Vietnam to England, celebrating her love of Vietnamese cooking, culture and way of life and tantalizing the reader's tastebuds alongside their imaginations, turning everyone's kitchen into a Little Viet Kitchen.Beautiful photography by the brilliant David Loftus accompanies each recipe, all styled by Thuy herself.

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    by Lauren Wilson
    £18.99

    The Walking Dead: The Official Cookbook details the skills and recipes you need to survive (while avoiding being eaten) during a walker apocalypse. Inspired by the hit AMC television series.

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    - An Essential Guide to Understanding Raw Food Diets
    by Karin Dina
    £11.49

    An Essential Guide to Understanding Raw Food Diets. Rick and Karin Dina are both healthcare practitioners and long-time followers of a raw food diet. They have provided scientific information on how to construct nutritious raw diets through their Science of Raw Food Nutrition classes to hundreds of students. This book is a compendium of the latest information from peer-reviewed research and their own clinical experience on why raw diets are so beneficial and how to construct a raw diet that will provide all the necessary nutrients. The Raw Food Nutrition Handbook covers issues such as getting enough protein, understanding calorie density and nutrient density, focusing on whole plant foods, hydration, and food combining. The Dinas provide examples of some of the most popular raw food diets and discuss the nutritional adequacies of each one. They also share some of the success strategies they've used over the years to help people stay raw over the long term, make sense of conflicting nutritional information, and engage family and friends in their dietary journeys.

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    by Christopher Shockey
    £16.49

    The authors of the best-selling Fermented Vegetables are back, and this time they've brought the heat with them. Whet your appetite with more than 60 recipes for hot sauces, mustards, pickles, chutneys, relishes, and kimchis from around the globe.

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    - The culinary journey through Georgia, Azerbaijan & beyond
    by Olia Hercules
    £25.49

    Over 100 delicious recipes from the Wild East.

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    - The 3rd book from the bestselling author of Persiana, Sirocco, Bazaar and Simply
    by Sabrina Ghayour
    £19.49

    Feasts, a compelling book written by Sabrina Ghayour, is a masterpiece that has been delighting readers since its publication in 2017. Published by the renowned Octopus Publishing Group, the book belongs to a genre that combines culinary arts with cultural exploration. Ghayour, a celebrated author in this domain, takes you on a mouth-watering journey through her favorite dishes. The book is a feast in itself, presenting a myriad of flavors and techniques that embody Ghayour's Middle Eastern heritage. From simple breakfasts to lavish dinners, 'Feasts' promises to take your culinary skills to a whole new level. The book is a must-have for those who love to explore different cuisines and cultures. It's more than just a cookbook; it's a celebration of the joy of food, brought to you by Sabrina Ghayour and Octopus Publishing Group.

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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