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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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    - Explore the Traditional Tastes of the Highlands and Lowlands with 150 Easy-to-Follow Recipes Shown in 700 Evocative Photographs
    by Carol Wilson
    £13.49

    A detailed guide to traditional Scottish ingredients followed by classic recipes, beautifully photographed throughout.

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    - Recipes from London's legendary street food truck
    by Anna Clark
    £10.99

    'Best Mac 'n' Cheese this side of the Atlantic' Elle 'Worth getting messy for' MetroOver 50 recipes from the legendary Mac 'n' Cheese truck.

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    by Tristan Stephenson
    £18.99

    An innovative, captivating tour of the finest whiskies the world has to offer, brought to you by bestselling author and whisky connoisseur Tristan Stephenson.

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    by Lew Bryson
    £14.49

    Whiskey drinkers are discerning when it comes to their favourite spirit. In this complete appreciation of every kind of whiskey, readers learn how whiskey is made and how to taste it. It explains the differences among the four types of whiskey and discusses the regions where they are made, the process of tasting, and how to collect and age it.

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    - The Effortless Health and Weight-Loss Solution - No Exercise, No Calorie Counting, No Denial
    by MD Davis
    £9.49

    Renowned cardiologist William Davis explains how eliminating wheat from our diets can prevent fat storage, shrink unsightly bulges and reverse myriad health problems.

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    - A New Perspective on Cocktails
    by Eric Prum
    £15.99

    An artisinal cocktail book by the entrepreneurs who invented the The Mason Shaker cocktail shaker, whose mission is to bring cocktail crafting out of the bar and into the home. Design, cocktail, and culinary enthusiasts Eric Prum and Josh Williams realized that while cocktail bars have sprouted up just about everywhere, good drinks still couldn't be found in the one place where they always mixed them: at home with friends.So, from their Brooklyn workshop, where they designed, created, and launched The Mason Shaker, a now-iconic invention that transformed a Mason jar into a cocktail shaker, they also created Shake. One part instructional recipe book and one part photo journey through their year of cocktail crafting, the book is a simple and inspirational expression of their seasonal, straightforward approach to drinks and entertaining: Mixing cocktails should be simple, social, and above all, fun.Each recipe is presented visually, in four color photos, as well as in written recipes, making Shake both an arresting gift and a practical guidebook to simple, elegant cocktails.

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    by Sean Brock
    £25.49

    New York Times best sellerWinner, James Beard Foundation Award, Best Book of the Year in American CookingWinner, IACP Julia Child First Book Award Sean Brock is the chef behind the game-changing restaurants Husk and McCrady's, and his first book offers all of his inspired recipes. With a drive to preserve the heritage foods of the South, Brock cooks dishes that are ingredient-driven and reinterpret the flavors of his youth in Appalachia and his adopted hometown of Charleston. The recipes include all the comfort food (think food to eat at home) and high-end restaurant food (fancier dishes when there's more time to cook) for which he has become so well-known. Brock's interpretation of Southern favorites like Pickled Shrimp, Hoppin' John, and Chocolate Alabama Stack Cake sit alongside recipes for Crispy Pig Ear Lettuce Wraps, Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Tomato Gravy, and Baked Sea Island Red Peas. This is a very personal book, with headnotes that explain Brock's background and give context to his food and essays in which he shares his admiration for the purveyors and ingredients he cherishes.

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    - The Story of the World's First Classic Cocktail, with Recipes and Lore
    by Robert Simonson
    £12.99

    A complete history of one of the world's most iconic cocktails--now the poster child of the modern cocktail revival--with fifty recipes for classic variations as well as contemporary updates.No single cocktail is as iconic, as beloved, or as discussed and fought-over as the Old-Fashioned. Its formula is simple: just whiskey, bitters, sugar, and ice. But how you combine those ingredients-in what proportion, using which brands, and with what kind of garnish-is the subject of much impassioned debate. The Old-Fashioned is the spirited, delightfully unexpected story of this renowned and essential drink: its birth as the ur-cocktail in the nineteenth century, darker days in the throes of Prohibition, re-ascension in the 1950s and 1960s (as portrayed and re-popularized by Don Draper on Mad Men), and renaissance as the star of the contemporary craft cocktail movement. Also featured are more than forty cocktail recipes, including classic variations, regional twists, and contemporary updates from top bartenders around the country. All are accessible, delicious, and elegant in their simplicity, demonstrating the versatility and timelessness of the Old-Fashioned formula. With its rich history, stunning photography, and impeccable recipes, The Old-Fashioned is a celebration of one of America's greatest bibulous achievements. It is a necessary addition to any true whiskey- or cocktail-lover's bookshelf, and destined to become a classic on par with its namesake beverage.

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    - [A Cookbook]
    by Deborah Madison
    £23.99

    A fully revised and expanded edition of the most comprehensive vegetarian cookbook ever published, from America's leading authority on vegetarian cooking. What Julia Child is to French cooking, Deborah Madison is to vegetarian cooking-a demystifier and definitive guide to the subject. After her many years as a teacher and writer, she realized that there was no comprehensive primer for vegetarian cooking, no single book that taught vegetarians basic cooking techniques, how to combine ingredients, and how to present vegetarian dishes with style.Originally published in 1997, Deborah Madison's Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone was both ahead of its time and an instant classic. It has endured as one of the world's most popular vegetarian cookbooks, winning both a James Beard Foundation award and the IACP Julia Child Cookbook of the Year Award. Now, The New Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone picks up where that culinary legacy left off, with more than 1,600 classic and exquisitely simple recipes for home cooks, including a new introduction, more than 200 new recipes, and comprehensive, updated information on vegetarian and vegan ingredients.A treasure from a truly exceptional culinary voice, The New Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone is not just for vegetarians and vegans-it's for everyone interested in learning how to cook vegetables creatively, healthfully, and passionately.

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    by George Mendes
    £21.49

    A Michelin-starred Portuguese-American chef shares his soulful, refined recipes and compelling culinary stories from the gateway to the Mediterranean.

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    by Debra Amrein-Boyes
    £17.99

    Updated and revised edition of the introduction to the satisfying art of cheesemaking, explaining basic techniques, tools and equipment and offering 200 recipes.

  • - How to go from 3 foods to 300 with love, patience and a little sleight of hand
    by Sarah Patten
    £17.49

    Sarah Patten describes how she managed to get her super sensitive Asperger son to go from eating just three bland white foods to eating a nutritious diet including fruit and vegetables. Includes many recipes for simple, healthy meals given the Asperger seal of approval, as well as advice for making mealtimes as stress-free as possible.

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    by Sarah Ballantyne
    £31.49

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    - The Delicious Way to Reduce Inflammation and Stay Healthy
    by Amanda Haas
    £16.99

    Discover 'The Anti Inflammation Cookbook', a remarkable book written by Amanda Haas. Published in 2016, this book delves into the world of healthy eating, providing readers with a plethora of recipes aimed at reducing inflammation in the body. As the title suggests, it's a cookbook, but it's so much more than that. It's a guide, a companion, and a tool for a healthier lifestyle. Haas, an accomplished author in the field, masterfully combines her knowledge and passion for food to create a book that's as informative as it is engaging. The book spans a variety of cuisines, ensuring there's something for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this book will prove to be an invaluable addition to your kitchen. Published by Chronicle Books, 'The Anti Inflammation Cookbook' is a testament to Haas' dedication to promoting a healthier lifestyle through food. It's not just a book, it's a journey towards a healthier you.

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    - Farm-Fresh African, Caribbean, and Southern Flavors Remixed [A Cookbook]
    by Bryant Terry
    £17.49

    In Afro-Vegan, renowned chef and food justice activist Bryant Terry reworks and remixes the favorite staples, ingredients, and classic dishes of the African Diaspora to present more than 100 wholly new, creative culinary combinations that will amaze vegans, vegetarians, and omnivores alike. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST VEGETARIAN COOKBOOKS OF ALL TIME BY BON APPETITBlending African, Carribean, and southern cuisines results in delicious recipes like Smashed Potatoes, Peas, and Corn with Chile-Garlic Oil, a recipe inspired by the Kenyan dish irio, and Cinnamon-Soaked Wheat Berry Salad with dried apricots, carrots, and almonds, which is based on a Moroccan tagine. Creamy Coconut-Cashew Soup with Okra, Corn, and Tomatoes pays homage to a popular Brazilian dish while incorporating classic Southern ingredients, and Crispy Teff and Grit Cakes with Eggplant, Tomatoes, and Peanuts combines the Ethiopian grain teff with stone-ground corn grits from the Deep South and North African zalook dip. There's perfect potluck fare, such as the simple, warming, and intensely flavored Collard Greens and Cabbage with Lots of Garlic, and the Caribbean-inspired Cocoa Spice Cake with Crystallized Ginger and Coconut-Chocolate Ganache, plus a refreshing Roselle-Rooibos Drink that will satisfy any sweet tooth. With more than 100 modern and delicious dishes that draw on Terry's personal memories as well as the history of food that has traveled from the African continent, Afro-Vegan takes you on an international food journey. Accompanying the recipes are Terry's insights about building community around food, along with suggested music tracks from around the world and book recommendations. For anyone interested in improving their well-being, Afro-Vegan's groundbreaking recipes offer innovative, plant-based global cuisine that is fresh, healthy, and forges a new direction in vegan cooking.

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    - Food Wine Culture and Landscape
    by Lars Boesgaard
    £28.49

    A mighty view of all aspects of Provence, from food and wine to landscape and history. Divided into three chapters, this 544pp book is the largest ever written on one of the world's most alluring, sun-drenched and seductive cultures.

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    by Francisco J. (The Culinary Institute of America Migoya
    £42.49

    * Begins with the essential elements of contemporary dessertsshowing pastry chefs and students how to master those building blocks before molding and incorporating them into creative finished desserts. * He then explores in detail pre-desserts, plated desserts, dessert buffets, passed desserts, cakes, and petits fours.

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    by Andrew Schloss
    £14.49

    Explains the process for making beverages in the home kitchen. In this book, the author begins with the basics of how to make liqueurs and then moves into 155 specific recipes organized by flavourings, which include fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices, nuts and seeds, floral notes, coffee, tea, and chocolate, as well as cream, caramel, honey.

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    by Rose Carrarini
    £18.99

    Simple ways to cook eggs from Rose Bakery.

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    - Shop Smart, Cook Clever, Waste Less
    by Jamie Oliver
    £19.49

    Showing you how to buy economically and efficiently, get the most out of your ingredients, this book helps you to make better choices. It saves your time and prevent food waste.

  • - How to Harvest, Cook and Preserve Your Forest Garden Produce
    by Martin Crawford
    £21.49

    Creative and imaginative ways to enjoy the crops of a forest garden, from bamboo shoots and beech leaves to medlars and mashua.

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    - Hearty Dishes that Even Carnivores Will Love
    by Katie Parker
    £16.99

    The High-Protein Vegetarian Cookbook, penned by the talented Katie Parker, is an essential addition to any food enthusiast's collection. Published in 2015 by WW Norton & Co, this cookbook is a treasure trove of rich, protein-packed vegetarian recipes that will satisfy even the most demanding taste buds. The book is a perfect blend of taste and health, offering an array of dishes that are as nutritious as they are delicious. Written in English, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to diversify their vegetarian diet without compromising on their protein intake. With Parker's expertise and WW Norton & Co's reputation for quality publications, The High-Protein Vegetarian Cookbook is a guaranteed culinary delight.

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    - The Food of Latin America
    by Maricel E. Presilla
    £33.49

    The 2013 James Beard Foundation Cookbook of the Year How to cook everything Latin American.

  • - Tropical Cocktails for the Modern Bar
    by Robert Sharp
    £14.99

    Updated for today's tastes-Tiki-a sweet, fruity blast from the past.

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    - Sensational Stir-fries from Around the World
    by Jenni Fleetwood
    £11.99

    Features quick wok dishes from China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore, Indonesia and Japan with soups, appetizers, fish, meat, noodles and desserts shown in over 500 photographs. This guide offers a collection of traditional and modern meals for every occasion including vegetable tempura, steamed fish skewers on rice noodles, and stir-fried chicken.

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    by Richard Bertinet
    £15.49

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    by Paula Wolfert
    £35.49

    The award-winning, definitive cookbook of Moroccan cuisine, irresistibly packaged

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    by Tonia Buxton
    £20.99

    The Real Greek, a captivating book penned by Tonia Buxton, transports readers into the heart of Mediterranean cuisine. Published in 2016 by Bonnier Books Ltd, this book has quickly become a staple for food enthusiasts worldwide. As a renowned figure in the culinary world, Buxton masterfully combines her knowledge and passion for Greek cuisine in this book. It is not just a cookbook; it is a journey that explores the rich culture and tradition behind the Greek culinary scene. The Real Greek is a perfect blend of traditional recipes, personal anecdotes, and vibrant photographs that truly capture the essence of Greek cuisine. This book is a must-have for anyone interested in exploring the depth and diversity of Greek food. Published by Bonnier Books Ltd, it's a testament to Buxton's love for her heritage and her desire to share it with the world.

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    - River Cottage Handbook No.10
    by Nikki Duffy
    £14.99

    In the tenth River Cottage Handbook, NikkiDuffy shows how to grow and cook with herbs

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    by Dr Neal Barnard
    £9.49

    The 21-day kickstart is a proven, successful 3-week programme that will drop pounds fast

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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