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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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    - The Hidden Dangers in "Healthy" Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain
    by MD Gundry
    £15.49

    "I read this book... it worked. My autoimmune disease is gone and I''m 37 pounds lighter in my pleather." --Kelly ClarksonMost of us have heard of gluten—a protein found in wheat that causes widespread inflammation in the body. Americans spend billions of dollars on gluten-free diets in an effort to protect their health. But what if we’ve been missing the root of the problem? In The Plant Paradox, renowned cardiologist Dr. Steven Gundry reveals that gluten is just one variety of a common, and highly toxic, plant-based protein called lectin. Lectins are found not only in grains like wheat but also in the “gluten-free” foods most of us commonly regard as healthy, including many fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans, and conventional dairy products. These proteins, which are found in the seeds, grains, skins, rinds, and leaves of plants, are designed by nature to protect them from predators (including humans). Once ingested, they incite a kind of chemical warfare in our bodies, causing inflammatory reactions that can lead to weight gain and serious health conditions.At his waitlist-only clinics in California, Dr. Gundry has successfully treated tens of thousands of patients suffering from autoimmune disorders, diabetes, leaky gut syndrome, heart disease, and neurodegenerative diseases with a protocol that detoxes the cells, repairs the gut, and nourishes the body. Now, in The Plant Paradox, he shares this clinically proven program with readers around the world.The simple (and daunting) fact is, lectins are everywhere. Thankfully, Dr. Gundry offers simple hacks we easily can employ to avoid them, including:Peel your veggies. Most of the lectins are contained in the skin and seeds of plants; simply peeling and de-seeding vegetables (like tomatoes and peppers) reduces their lectin content.Shop for fruit in season. Fruit contain fewer lectins when ripe, so eating apples, berries, and other lectin-containing fruits at the peak of ripeness helps minimize your lectin consumption.Swap your brown rice for white. Whole grains and seeds with hard outer coatings are designed by nature to cause digestive distress—and are full of lectins.With a full list of lectin-containing foods and simple substitutes for each, a step-by-step detox and eating plan, and delicious lectin-free recipes, The Plant Paradox illuminates the hidden dangers lurking in your salad bowl—and shows you how to eat whole foods in a whole new way.

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    - the bestselling guide to unlocking the secrets of weight loss
    by Dr Jason Fung
    £13.49

    We are in the midst of an obesity epidemic, but despite being inundated with diet advice we are only getting fatter. We count calories and exercise regularly, yet still the pounds won¿t budge. Why?In this highly readable and provocative book, Dr Jason Fung sets out a groundbreaking new theory: that obesity is caused by our hormones, rather than a lack of self-control.He reveals that overproduction of insulin in the body is the root cause of obesity and obesity-related illnesses including type 2 diabetes, and offers robust scientific evidence that reversing insulin resistance is the only way to lose weight in the long term.It turns out that when we eat is just as important as what we eat, so in addition to his five basic steps ¿ a set of life-long eating habits that will improve your health and control your insulin levels ¿ Dr Fung explains how to use intermittent fasting to break the cycle of insulin resistance and reach a healthy weight ¿ for good.

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    - Deliciousness at Home
    by Nadine Levy Redzepi
    £21.99

    Inspired by her own childhood and life-long love of food, the author has created a personal and inspiring notebook of recipes that bring her family together around the kitchen table. She talks you step-by-step through each recipe and includes detailed instructions so that home cooking always feels relaxed and enjoyable.

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    - 130 Quick, Easy and Delicious Vegetarian Recipes for Every Day
    by Meera Sodha
    £19.99

    'An unbridled joy' Nigel SlaterWINNER OF THE OBSERVER FOOD MONTHLY'S BEST NEW COOKBOOK AWARD 2017FROM THE FORTNUM & MASON COOKERY WRITER OF THE YEAR 2018Meera Sodha reveals a whole new side of Indian food that is fresh, delicious and quick to make at home. These vegetable-based recipes offer up a treasure trove of flavours, a must-have whether you're vegetarian or simply want to make mouthwatering, feel-good food.Here are surprising recipes for every day made using easy to find ingredients: mushroom and walnut samosas, oven-baked onion bhajis and beetroot and paneer kebabs. There are familiar and classic Indian recipes like dals, curries and pickles, alongside less familiar ones using fresh seasonal British ingredients, like Brussels sprout thoran, Gardeners' Question Time pilau and green beans with cashew nuts and coconut. And then there are showstoppers such as daily dosas with coconut potatoes, roasted cauliflower korma, sticky mango paneer skewers, wild mushroom upma and lime pickle rice with roast squash and red onion. To finish, there's a chapter of luscious puddings like salted peanut and jaggery kulfi alongside carrot halwa and pistachio cake.'The tastiest, liveliest, spice-infused fare this side of the Sabamarti river' Guardian'Terrific, flaunting how rich and resourceful vegetarian cooking can be' Sunday Times

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    - A Greener Way to Cook for You, Your Family and the Planet
    by Anna Jones
    £20.99

    Award-winning cook Anna Jones blazes the trail again for how we all want to cook now: quick, sustainably and stylishly.

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    - Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking
    by Samin Nosrat
    £25.99

    A beautifully illustrated New York Times bestseller that distils decades of professional experience into just four simple elements - and will set you free from recipes forever.

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    - Master Recipes and Techniques from the Ferrandi School of Culinary Arts
    by Ecole Ferrandi
    £31.99

    Ferrandi, the French School of Culinary Arts in Paris—dubbed “the Harvard of gastronomy” by Le Monde newspaper­—is the ultimate pastry-making reference. From flaky croissants to paper-thin mille-feuille, and from the chestnut cream–filled Paris-Brest to festive yule logs, this comprehensive book leads aspiring pastry chefs through every step—from basic techniques to Michelin-level desserts. Featuring advice on how to equip your kitchen, and the essential doughs, fillings, and decorations, the book covers everything from quick desserts to holiday specialties and from ice creams and sorbets to chocolates. Ferrandi, an internationally renowned professional culinary school, offers an intensive course in the art of French pastry making. Written by the school’s experienced teaching team of master pâtissiers and adapted for the home chef, this fully illustrated cookbook provides all of the fundamental techniques and recipes that form the building blocks of the illustrious French dessert tradition, explained step by step in text and images. Practical information is presented in tables, diagrams, and sidebars for handy reference. Easy-to-follow recipes are graded for level of difficulty, allowing readers to develop their skills over time. Whether you are an amateur home chef or an experienced pâtissier, this patisserie bible provides everything you need to master French pastry making.

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    - An Annotated Guide to Eating Well
    by Action Bronson & Rachel Wharton
    £16.99

    Part cookbook, part memoir, part travelogue, and wholly original, F*ck, That's Delicious is rapper Action Bronson's comprehensive guide to the food, chefs, food makers, regions, neighbourhoods, and restaurants that every food obsessive should know

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    by Yotam Ottolenghi & Helen Goh
    £25.49

    Features recipes containing fresh, evocative ingredients, exotic spices and complex flavourings - including fig, rose petal, saffron, aniseed, orange blossom, pistachio and cardamom - to indulgent cakes, biscuits, tarts, puddings, cheesecakes and ice cream. This book also includes mini-cakes and cookies that parents can make with their children.

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    - Creative Coffee Designs for the Home Barista
    by Dhan Tamang
    £10.99

    Learn how to make incredible coffee-top designs from one of the world's leading latte artists.

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    - Every Question Answered to Perfect your Cooking
    by Dr. Stuart Farrimond
    £16.99

    The Science of Cooking, penned by Dr. Stuart Farrimond, is an intriguing exploration into the world of culinary science that was published in 2017. This book, published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, delves into the scientific principles behind our everyday cooking. It's more than just a cookbook, it's a comprehensive guide that demystifies the kitchen's science. From understanding why different types of food behave the way they do when cooked, to revealing what really happens when you bake a cake or roast a chicken, Dr. Farrimond covers it all. The Science of Cooking is a must-read for anyone interested in the science behind the food we eat and the cooking processes we often take for granted. It will change the way you view your kitchen and inspire you to try new cooking techniques. This book is a perfect blend of science and cooking, making it a unique addition to any bookshelf.

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    - The UK edition
    by Jamie Oliver
    £21.99

    For foodies who like to keep things quick & easy, they'll love Jamie's most straightforward cookbook yet - with every recipe using ONLY 5 INGREDIENTS. INCLUDES ALL THE RECIPES AND MORE FROM JAMIE'S CHANNEL 4 SERIES QUICK & EASY FOOD 'This is Oliver's best book in years' The Sunday Times_____________With just FIVE ingredients that have maximum flavour and minimum fuss, you'll be cooking exciting food that's ready in less than 30 minutes . . . ITALIAN SEARED BEEF. Thinly sliced strips of rump steak: golden and blushing in the middle, with pesto, spicy rocket, pine nuts and creamy layers of Parmesan. AUBERGINE PENNE ARRABBIATA. A beautiful, super spicy Italian dish that's perfect for midweek. Aubergine quarters cooked in red chilli, garlic and tomatoes over penne pasta. TASTY WARM LENTIL SALAD. A delicious simple and healthy winter salad of tenderstem broccoli and lentils, with a chilli kick and a lemon and anchovy dressing. COMFORTING SAUSAGE BAKE. A hearty and warming meal perfect for winter nights: sweet tomatoes, rosemary focaccia and juicy sausages, creamy white beans, all baked in the oven with garlic. PLUM TARTE TARTIN. An easy - but delicious - dinner party dessert made in less than 30 minutes: plums, golden puff pastry, Christmassy cinnamon, sweet maple syrup and vanilla ice cream. _________'Our favourite new recipe book . . . Simple suppers from the nation's favourite chef' Sainsbury's Magazine'Jamie Oliver returns with the second series, focussing on easy family-centric cooking . . . he's stripped back to basics and all the better for it.' The Sunday Telegraph

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    - Classic and Modern Japanese Recipes to Cook at Home
    by Tim Anderson
    £18.99

    JapanEasy is an enlightening and engaging book by Tim Anderson, published on 2017-09-21. This book takes you on a journey through the rich culture and culinary delights of Japan, all in the comfort of your own home. The author, an expert in Japanese cuisine, shares his knowledge and passion for the country's food and traditions. Published by Hardie Grant Books (UK), this book is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the depth and diversity of Japanese culture. The book is written in English making it accessible for a wide range of readers. Dive into JapanEasy and discover the wonders of Japan through its food and traditions.

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    - Recipes and stories
    by Lisa Nieschlag
    £15.49

    DREAM OF A WHITE CHRISTMAS IN YOUR OWN KITCHEN

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    by Ian Theasby & Henry Firth
    £15.49

    Lifestyle Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2019 As seen on ITV's Living on the Veg 'The vegan Jamie Olivers' The Times

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    - Unlocking the Secrets to World-Class Pies at Home [A Cookbook]
    by Ken Forkish
    £18.99

    The James Beard and IACP Award-winning author of Flour Water Salt Yeast and one of the most trusted baking authorities in the country proves that amazing pizza is within reach of any home cook. The Elements of Pizza breaks down each step of the pizza-making process, from choosing a dough to shaping your pie to selecting cheeses and toppings that will work for your home kitchen setup. Forkish offers more than a dozen different dough recipes—same-day “Saturday doughs” that you can make in the morning to bake pizza that night, levain doughs made from a naturally fermented yeast starter, and even gluten-free dough—each of which results in the best, most texturally sublime crust you’ve ever made at home. His clear, expert instructions will have you shaping pies and loading a pizza peel with the confidence of a professional pizzaiolo. And his innovative, seasonal topping ideas will surprise and delight any pizza lover—and inspire you to create your own signature pies, just the way you like them.

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    by Alex Stupak & Jordana Rothman
    £21.99

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    - How to Make Authentic Regional Hamburgers At Home
    by George Motz
    £15.49

    America's leading burger expert brings us the ultimate guide to cooking the most mouthwatering regional hamburgers.

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    by Chelsea Monroe-Cassel
    £20.99

    Prepare a feast fit for a warchief with this delicious compendium of recipes inspired by the hit online game from Blizzard Entertainment. The Official Cookbook teaches you how to conjure up a fantastical menu of foods inspired by the beloved massively multiplayer online role-playing game.

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    - Mouth-watering recipes to fuel you for life
    by Gordon Ramsay
    £21.99

    The definitive cookbook for eating well to achieve optimum health and fitness, by one of the world's finest chefs and fitness fanatic, Gordon Ramsay.

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    - 'How to live to 100 . . . Longevity has become the new wellness watchword . . . nutrition is the key' VOGUE
    by Dr Valter Longo
    £11.99

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    - The essential guide to the wines, producers, and terroirs of the iconic region
    by Peter Liem
    £54.99

    From the expert behind the top-rated resource ChampagneGuide.net comes this groundbreaking guide to the modern wines of Champagne, presented in a stunning box set, complete with vintage maps in a pull-out drawer.

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    - Over 100 incredible recipes from Avant-Garde Vegan
    by Gaz Oakley
    £15.49

    An explosive debut cookbook from vegan food's new star - the book he wishes he'd had when he went vegan

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    - Discover the foods scientifically proven to prevent and reverse disease
    by Gene Stone & Michael Greger MD
    £10.99

    The International Bestseller'Dr Michael Greger reveals the foods that will help you live longer' Daily Mail'This book may help those who are susceptible to illnesses that can be prevented with proper nutrition' His Holiness the Dalai LamaWhy rely on drugs and surgery to cure you of life-threatening disease when the right decisions can prevent you from falling ill to begin with?How Not To Die gives effective, scientifically-proven nutritional advice to prevent our biggest killers - including heart disease, breast cancer, prostate cancer, high blood pressure and diabetes - and reveals the astounding health benefits that simple dietary choices can provide. Based on the latest scientific research, the internationally bestselling How Not To Die examines each of the most common diseases to reveal what, how and why different foods affect us, and how increasing our consumption of certain foods and avoiding others can dramatically reduce our risk of falling sick and even reverse the effects of disease. It also shares Dr Greger's 'Daily Dozen' - the twelve foods we should all eat every day to stay in the best of health.With emphasis on individual family health history and acknowledging that everyone needs something different, Dr Michael Greger offers practical dietary advice to help you live longer, healthier lives.

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    by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
    £19.49

    Hearty, seasonal cooking with veg - to tie in with the accompanying Channel 4 series

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    by Nancy Singleton Hachisu
    £30.99

    The definitive, home cooking recipe collection from one of the most respected and beloved culinary cultures

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    - Understand Flavour Connections and Revolutionize your Cooking
    by Dr. Stuart Farrimond
    £16.99

    Dive into the exciting world of spices with 'The Science of Spice', a compelling book by Dr. Stuart Farrimond. Published in 2018 by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the complex world of spices. The book falls under the genre of science and food, exploring the science behind the flavor, origins, and uses of more than 40 key spices. Dr. Farrimond, a renowned food scientist, takes you on a gastronomic journey, explaining the nutritional benefits and medicinal properties of each spice. He also provides practical advice on how to harness the power of spices to enhance your dishes. This book is a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to learn more about spices and their uses. 'The Science of Spice' is a testament to Dr. Farrimond's expertise and Dorling Kindersley Ltd's commitment to publishing informative and engaging books.

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    - A Voyage of Gastronomic Discovery Combined with Recipes, History and Folklore
    by Edite Vieira
    £14.99

    A revelatory collection of mouthwatering recipes and fascinating anecdotes about the singular cuisine and storied history of Portugal. Revised and updated, this authoritative and fascinating cookbook traces the legacy of Portugal's culinary excellence from medieval to modern times through a collection of recipes that are unforgettable, accessible, and completely authenticall interwoven with a rich pageant of historical context. From simple and wholesome peasant fare to elaborate celebratory meals, ingredients include salt cod (bacalhau) in all its myriad variations, cumin and oranges redolent of the country's voyaging past, and green coriander as the cuisine's main flavoring herb. A vibrant Mediterranean cuisine alive with a vast global influence, poet and journalist Edite Vieira brings classic and modern Portuguese recipes to the modern dining experience.

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    - The Cookbook
    by John Williams
    £28.49

    The first cookbook from chef John Williams, his Michelin-starred dining room at The Ritz, and the acclaimed Palm Court and Rivoli Bar.

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    - The Master Guide
    by Madeline Puckette & Justin Hammack
    £21.99

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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