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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 Rujuta Diwekar
    £16.49

    AN EXPERT SHINES A LIGHT ON THE OFTEN CONFUSING AND CONTRADICTORY ADVICE OFFERED ON THE SUBJECT OF WEIGHT LOSS¿Women and the Weight Loss Tamasha is based on health and nutrition fundamentals and principles. This book by renowned nutritionist, Rujuta Diwekar, helps women in losing weight, toning their bodies, bringing the glow on their faces and some sort of wisdom in their brains. The women have to concentrate on their weight issues right from their puberty, marriage, pregnancy to menopause. The body weight fluctuates with these hormonal changes in their bodies. The author gives details about all the changes that a woman goes through during these phases. Indian women have to consider many other factors-hormonal changes, in-laws, children, career, house help and what not! Also, a woman's overall well-being is directly related to her body weight.The author emphasizes on the four pillars of health-Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep and Relationships-in the book. Special stress is laid on lifestyle disorders such as PCOD, hypothyroidism and diabetes. The author has rubbished common myths related to food, hormones and exercises. According to the author, theories that pregnancy, hypothyroidism and menopause are related to weight are not valid. A woman can maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout her life by following some simple health tips. This edition, unlike her first edition, is diverse in many ways. The chapter related to lifestyle disorders has thrown light on the subjects of PCODand hypothyroidism, that have become very common. The author has stretched herself beyond food, to cover exercise and sleep, which are crucial and important aspects of a person's health.

  • by Gooseberry Patch
    £7.99

    More than 215 well-loved, handed-down recipes.

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    by Kate Marshall
    £11.99

    'Making the most of your freezer is the best way to save money and waste less food.' CHRIS BAVIN------------Want to save thousands of pounds on your food bill? Eat a healthy varied diet? Cut down on food waste?The secret to all of this is in your freezer. This simple, five-step organisation guide will change the way you shop, cook and live - saving you money, time and wasted food. Kate Hall has already helped countless people transform their freezers from unloved graveyards of good intentions to organised treasure troves of ingredients ready to make a meal you actually want to eat, without having to pop to the shops or scrimp on quality. With handy illustrations and money-saving tips, The Full Freezer Method will empower you to make lasting change, save you money and actually enjoy the process. 'A must-have for anyone wanting to cut down on food waste, save money and have a stash of organised foods in their freezer.' Ciara Attwell

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    by Oz Clarke
    £21.99

    Join Oz Clarke on a journey through the ages as he explores the places, the people and the bottles that have shaped the captivating history of wine.Starting from the probable birth of a wine culture in ancient Georgia, Oz travels from 6000 BC through the fact and fiction of Persia, Egypt, Greece and Rome, and then along the winding trail right up to the latest innovations in winemaking today. Oz shares more than a hundred fascinating tales and woven into these are probably a hundred more. From revered medieval monks to revolutionary discoveries, Oz paints a wonderfully vivid picture of the ever-evolving story of wine.

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    by Terri Mercieca
    £19.49

    Step into a world of flavour and fun as award-winning ice cream maker, chocolatier and dessert chef Terri Mercieca reveals the magic behind her most sought-after desserts.

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    by Hairy Bikers
    £18.99

    Si King and Dave Myers, AKA the Hairy Bikers, are known and loved for their hearty dishes, big flavours, and simple food. Now the nation's favourite cooking duo are back to bring you the perfect collection of comforting recipes - perfect for those cosy times spent with friends and family.Inspired by the dishes that Si and Dave loved to eat growing up and that they cook with their families now, this is comfort food at its best. Recipes that are guaranteed to be deliver on flavour, even when you're short on time, all made with readily available and affordable ingredients. Real, everyday food to enjoy and share.From easy suppers such as risotto carbonara and sausage casserole that can be rustled up with minimal fuss to slow-cooked weekend feasts such as duck confit shepherd's pie and parmigiana melanzane, plus tempting snacks, soups & stews and puddings, you'll find versatile, delicious and comforting food for every day and every occasion.Chapters include:- Soups and stews: Beef & barley stew, Clam chowder- Snacks and light comforts: Tomato monkey bread, Teriyaki chicken wings- Easy comforts: Chicken stroganoff, Millie's beef & baked bean hotpot- Spicy comforts: Curried beef pasties, Chipotle prawn tacos- Weekend comforts: Rigatoni pie, Four cheese lasagne- Teatime: Stem ginger & lemon cake, Chicken & spinach empanadas- Puddings: Pear & banana crumble, Knickerbocker glory

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    by Uma Naidoo
    £11.99

    When it comes to fighting anxiety, you have more control than you think. We're in the middle of a global anxiety epidemic, but in Calm Your Mind With Food, Dr Uma Naidoo gives you the tools to take back control, walking you through how a combination of practice, an understanding of how the brain works and a diet that creates a strong foundation for mental health will allow you to overcome your anxiety. Recent research has shown that the gut, brain and immune system are surprisingly connected; few people realise that we have an immune system in our gut, and it greatly affects our mental health, specifically our tendency towards anxiety. In this ground-breaking study, Dr Naidoo reveals how treating anxiety requires a full-body approach. Food can be an indispensable tool in improving mental health, and all of us can combine healthy ingredients into delicious, nourishing, anxiety-busting meals. Here, Dr Naidoo reveals the anxiety superfoods and the foods we should avoid, as well as providing mouth-watering recipes, helping us become immune to anxiety. The power is at the end of your fork.

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    by Anya von Bremzen
    £10.99 - 16.99

  • by Michele Cohen
    £14.99

    Discover the Ultimate Guide to the NASH Diet: Complete Guide to Boosting Your Liver, Glowing From Within and Revitalizing Your Health.Unlock the secrets to optimal liver health and revitalize your well-being with this comprehensive book on the NASH diet. Gain the knowledge and tools you need to effectively manage and prevent non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NASH) through strategic food choices and lifestyle adjustments.Embark on a journey that delves into the core principles of the NASH diet, starting with a thorough understanding of the disease and its underlying causes. Explore the power of nutrient-dense foods, such as antioxidant-rich vegetables, lean proteins, and omega-3 fatty acids, that play a crucial role in supporting liver health. Navigate away from saturated fats, processed foods, and added sugars that can exacerbate NASH.But this book goes beyond dietary recommendations by delving into the realm of supplements that can bolster liver health within the NASH diet framework. Uncover the liver-friendly herbs, essential vitamins, and minerals that can make a meaningful impact, accompanied by important precautions to ensure safe and effective supplementation.In addition to nutritional insights, this book covers vital aspects of NASH management, including the significance of regular exercise, effective stress management techniques, and the value of consistent medical follow-up. Draw inspiration from real-life success stories of individuals who have experienced remarkable liver health improvements through the NASH diet, providing you with tangible examples and motivation.To help you put the principles of the NASH diet into practice, this book offers an array of delicious recipes tailored to the specific dietary requirements. Unlock the door to culinary delight while nurturing your liver health. Complete meal plans are also provided, offering you a roadmap to create well-balanced menus that align with the NASH diet.Whether you seek to manage existing NASH or proactively protect your liver health, this book serves as your ultimate companion, guiding you towards a life enriched with vibrant health and a flourishing liver. Seize control of your liver health today and witness the transformative power of the NASH diet in enhancing your overall well-being.Embrace a healthy lifestyle, cherish your liver, and savor the fullness of life. Your liver health journey begins now.

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    by Tiffy Chen
    £18.99

    "The wildly popular blogger and TikTok sensation @Tiffycooks shares 88 favorite easy everyday and family-style recipes from Asia and beyond"--

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    by Issa Niemeijer-Brown
    £21.99

    A Book About Bread teaches you how to make perfect baguettes and sourdough loaves by taking bread baking back to basics.

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    by Becky Excell
    £16.99

    The essential guide to simple, gluten-free, festive cooking

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    by Rachel De Thample
    £16.99

    Winter Wellness empowers us with inspiring recipes and simple tips to support our immune system and mental health through the colder months, and makes it feel like a huge treat in doing so. Delving into the wisdom of using herbs and spices to boost our health, winter produce, easy ferments and nutritious homemade condiments that make meals a doddle, she offers recipes packed full of their delicious goodness.There are broths and soups, such as a garlic noodle soup and wild mushroom broth,easy-to-digest one-dish dinners like winter squash mole,energising breakfasts such as banana bread blinis and tahini porridge, teas and tonics like homemade bitters and a night-time nutmeg nog, healthy treats like miso and pear mousse and orange and ginger date cake, and store cupboard remedies including black garlic teriyaki and rhubarb pickled ginger.Winter Wellness brings warmth and joy to the coldest season, with delightful recipes and fresh insight to help inspire pause, reflection and nourishment at the time of year we need it most.

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    by Hollie Wood
    £15.99

    This family-friendly cookbook from social media sensation Dinner At Hols - aka Hollie, a recipe creator and mum of two young children - will have everyone cooking up quick, tasty and affordable dinners at home.

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    by DK
    £15.49

    Be transported to the breathtaking locations of Avatar and Avatar: The Way of Water with more than 50 delicious recipes inspired by the lush biomes of Pandora. Experience the Hallelujah Mountains' High Camp, the secret cave encampment of the Omatikaya, the reef atolls of the Metkayina clan and sacred sites such as the Tree of Souls in a new, mouthwatering way through carefully curated recipes inspired by the peaceful Na'vi lifestyle. Feast on everything from Pandoran pancakes and Sully family shakshuka, to delicious frittatas, fish dishes, soups, salads, and stews, topped off with Na'vi deserts, sunrise cocktails, and frozen mocktails.This official cookbook conjures the magical landscapes, flora, fauna, and atmosphere of James Cameron's Avatar, all lavishly photographed for movie fans and foodies alike.© 2023 20th Century Studios.

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    by America's Test Kitchen
    £19.99

    "Inspired recipes combining expert techniques with rigorous testing that are guaranteed to work in every air fryer."--]cProvided by publisher.

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    by Tara Lanich-LaBrie
    £19.49

    Foraged and Grown is a culinary journey through the seasons with recipes that highlight herbal ingredients and share their use in various historic folk traditions. From Nettle Gnocchi and Hollyhock Wraps to Rose Roll-Out Cookies and Dandelion Root Drinking Chocolate, readers are in the hands of an expert who alchemizes foraged and grown plants into magic. Including a detailed plant guide, seasonal organization, and key ingredient swaps to make all recipes accessible, this is the perfect cookbook for anyone curious about the natural world, cooking with more plants, or eating with the seasons.

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    by Sam Zien
    £17.99

    Your quest is over-the holy grail of outdoor cooking is here. Unique, charismatic and a damn fine cook, Sam the Cooking Guy has made perfecting backyard barbecuing his worthy mission. From keeping a chicken breast tender to smoking a turkey, from "dino ribs" to artichokes, these recipes will take your grill game to the next level. Gas versus charcoal? Why is mayo magical? What if a vegetarian is coming for dinner? These questions and more are answered in this indispensable guide to cooking with fire and smoke. Perfect for beginners and seasoned grill aficionados alike, these 100+ recipes include appetisers, vegetables, chicken (and one duck!), seafood, kebabs, side dishes and desserts. Start with the Caveman Steak and work up to the Whole Grilled Fish with Cilantro, Chile and Lime. Make it a full-course meal with the Chopped Grilled Caesar and Angel Food Cake with Grandma Ruth's Chocolate Sauce and Grilled Pineapple.

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    by Veronica Hinke
    £18.99

    this Titanic cooking and entertaining guide celebrates the elegance and history of the classic film with food, cocktails, games, trivia, and more.

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    by Rosa Jackson
    £25.49

    At the foot of the French Alps, on the Mediterranean coastline, the city of Nice is sun-drenched, bursting with colour, and replete with vibrant, full-flavoured food. In Niçoise, Rosa Jackson, founder of the popular cooking school Les Petits Farcis and a resident of the city since 2004, invites home cooks to discover much more than salade Niçoise and ratatouille. With its reliance on olive oil, fresh produce, fish, whole grains and chickpeas, the Italian-influenced Niçoise cuisine includes panisses (chickpea fries), daube (orange-scented beef stew) and a sweet Swiss chard pie. Encouraging readers to follow the seasons, Jackson structures her delicious and easy-to-master dishes around the freshest ingredients and celebrates casual street food like the tuna, egg and vegetable sandwich known as pan bagnat. Beautiful photography, visits to local shops and restaurants, and conversations with the mamies who keep traditions alive further transport readers to the hidden corners of this tourist mecca.

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    by Honey Spencer
    £18.99

    Written by one of the wine world¿s rising stars, Natural Wine, No Drama opens up the world of natural wine so that anyone can understand and enjoy all that each unique glass has to offer.

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    by Dhan Tamang
    £10.99

    A beginners guide to taking your coffee to the next level.

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    by KitchenAid
    £19.49

    Discover the secrets of bread with KitchenAid!We all recognize that heavenly scent of freshly baked bread that makes your mouth water as soon as you enter a bakery. KitchenAid now lets you recreate that sensation at home! Here are 70 simple, yet comforting recipes to follow, using your KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer and its accessories, to create and share unforgettable memories. From timeless and traditional breads such as baguettes, multigrain bread and gluten-free bread, to more creative recipes that include a préfou loaf with garlic and granola bread, as well as breads from around the world and delicious brioches, this book offers a wealth of combinations to make each meal a delectable experience. Start your mixer!

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    by The Silver Spoon Kitchen
    £27.49

    A masterclass in baking and working with chocolate, the Italian way; the latest title in the prestigious Silver Spoon family

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    by Ruby Bhogal
    £19.49

    Bake Off finalist Ruby Bhogal is here to show us the flexible approach to cooking tasty sweet treats. She brings us 50 like-for-like recipes, offering the same bake but with a plant-based and non-plant-based version, making the recipes are achievable and the results mouth-watering. There are no sacrifices here - every last bite is delicious!

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    £27.49

    - A multi-layered look at this essential wine, beautifully designed to bring the region to life on the page- Contributions from top Burgundy writers: Jasper Morris MW, Allan Meadows, Raymond Blake, Kermit Lynch, Jeannie Cho Lee MW, Hugh Johnson, Margaret Rand, Serena Sutcliffe and many more, including Evelyn Waugh- The fascinating history and Burgundy's place in the world today, and its aspirations for the future- Full of stories about the innovators and characters- Next in the series after On Champagne, one of 2023's wine books of the year in Sunday Telegraph and Washington PostBurgundy is France's most prized and prestigious wine region today as well as being one of its oldest and most traded, if not always by the English. Its wines, to quote Jay McInerney who contributes, are "for lovers, lunatics and poets..." and are the textbook definition of what terroir is all about. Villages mere meters apart produce wines of startlingly different personalities, and it is one of the rare regions in Europe whose red and white wines are equally celebrated. For all of its precious history it is also a region at the forefront of vinous innovation, with many winemakers certified as biodynamic. It is home to some of the world's most famous wine estates, and its top wines are all made from just one red and one white grape, yet the range of wine styles across the region, from Chablis in the north to Beaujolais in the south is significant. On Burgundy explores all of these themes and ideas with contributions from many of the world's top wine writers, looking at the kings, popes, mavericks and pioneers who have made wine in this region for generations.

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    by Ghillie Basan
    £15.49

    A beautiful and detailed journey into the food of Morocco, from the award-winning cook and traveller, gorgeously photographed throughout.

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    by Patty Knox
    £12.99 - 24.49

  • by John Ellis
    £17.99

    Are you grappling with the constant sluggish feeling of laziness and heaviness, wanting to get through an afternoon without needing a nap or a cup of coffee?Are you battling acne or other skin issues, wishing there were some solution that doesn't involve spending hundreds of dollars on medication that doesn't even work?You'll learn...How and why the liver cleanse works.What ingredients you need to successfully cleanse your liver.How to prepare for the liver cleanses foods.How to do the overnight liver cleanse on your own in the comfort of your own house.The results to expect.And the long-term lifestyle changes you can make that will prevent the formation of future obstructions to your body.Much, much more!Liver natural body cleanse can help you feel the various benefits of liver detoxification. This method can eliminate gallstones, improve your digestion, and help with weight loss. This diet helps regulate your body's hormonal balance, increase your immunity, and improve your mental abilities. Some people even experience a clearing up of their skin problems!

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    by Heather DiBiasi
    £11.99

    Protein Power Smoothies gives you the low-down on how to construct 75 delicious, nutritious, high-protein, low-carb smoothies to help you balance your weight and augment your nutrition.

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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