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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 Comprehensive Guide to 999 Days Yummy,Fresh Recipes that Anyone Can Cook
    by Wyrick Lila Wyrick
    £18.49 - 21.99

  • - 500 Recipes and Tips for Delicious Smoked Food on Any Barbecue
    by Kerr Courtney Kerr
    £18.49 - 21.49

  • - 250 Delicious Barbecue Recipes for the Whole Family
    by Armstrong Charles Armstrong
    £14.49 - 18.49

  • - 120 Quick and Easy Instant Pot Recipes for Type 2 Diabetes | Diabetic Diet Cookbook for The New Diagnosed
    by Drake Blair Drake
    £13.49 - 16.99

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    - An empowering guide to living hangover free
    by Millie Gooch
    £12.99

    *Voted an Independent best self-care book for 2021* *Voted one of Heat's best self-help books to help you reach your full potential*Have you ever woken up feeling anxious after a night of drinking?

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    by Richard Godwin
    £13.49

    Of all the skills you might acquire in life, the ability to make a good cocktail will never be a waste of time. No lover will complain when you present them with a well-iced Negroni as they walk through your door;

  • - 1000 Days Tasty Recipes and Step-by-Step Techniques to Smoke Just About Everything
    by Kenneth Neary
    £24.99

  • - Science and Practice
    by Matt Strickland
    £42.99

  • - Diet of a Yogi
    by Sundari Dasi
    £23.49

  • - 800 Days Healthy and Delicious Diabetic Diet Recipes | A Guide for the New Diagnosed to Eating Well with Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes
    by Brown Jennifer Brown
    £18.49

  • - Quick and Easy Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Recipes to Lower Blood Pressure and Manage Type 2 Diabetes
    by Tuck Ronald Tuck
    £13.49 - 18.49

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    - Delicious Recipes and Nutrition Plans to Achieve Your Goals
    by Renee McGregor
    £10.99

    THIS IS THE BOOK EVERY TRIATHLETE NEEDS TO FUEL THEIR TRAINING-FROM AMATEUR TO ELITE ATHLETE

  • by Lurlene Bowden
    £20.49

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    - Slow Down, Make Food to Last
    by Mark Diacono
    £11.49

    From Scratch: Ferment is the no-nonsense guide to fermenting at home.

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    by David Atherton
    £11.99

    Following on from My First Cook Book, the 2019 winner of ¿The Great British Bake Off¿ goes GREEN in his next collection of recipes for young chefs to eat well, feel good and protect the planet.With over 40 plant-based recipes for yummy meals, savoury snacks, tasty treats and showstopper puds, this book is a visual feast for readers who care about the food on their plate. Featuring easy to follow, boldly illustrated step-by-step instructions, this collection of deliciously healthy recipes isworthy of any Bake Off enthusiast.

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    - Over 50 cocktails to shake, muddle and stir at home
    by Andy Clarke
    £11.99

    Home Bar by Andy Clarke is a captivating read, published by the esteemed Welbeck Publishing Group in 2022. This book delves into the fascinating world of mixology, offering a unique perspective on the art of creating the perfect home bar. The author, a renowned figure in the genre, brings his expertise and passion to the pages, making it an absolute must-read for enthusiasts and beginners alike. Clarke's engaging writing style and practical advice make this book a valuable addition to any collection. Don't miss out on this 2022 publication from Welbeck Publishing Group, it's sure to elevate your home bar experience.

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    - Elevate Your Appetizers and Snacks with Grazing Cups for Holidays, Special Occasions, and Just for Fun
    by Suzanne Billings
    £14.99

    Transform communal eating into a convenient, personal experience without sacrificing the classic sophistication of a traditional cheese plate or charcuterie board with JARcuterie.

  • - Beginner's Guide for the Celebrities' Diet that Activates the Skinny Gene for Fast Weight Loss and Fat Burn [7-Day Complete Plan and 30] Recipes]
    by Adele Aidan
    £14.99

  • - An Essential Guide With Quick, Delicious And Nutritious Recipes For Preserving And Dehydrating All Your Vegetables, Fruits, Meats And More
    by Allen Nicole
    £8.99

  • - Top 50 Delicious Chinese-American HCG Diet Recipes
    by Jm Peddington
    £11.49

  • - The Effective Guide To Nutritional Meal Plan For Reducing Iron Intake In Your Diet & Feel Healthy
    by Theo & MD Williams
    £9.99

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    - The Powerful Plan to Sharpen Your Brain, Strengthen Your Body, and Reverse the Symptoms of Aging
    by Ann Louise Gittleman
    £11.99

    New York Times bestselling author and cutting-edge health and nutrition expert shares her nutrition-based plan for healthy, vibrant longevity

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    - Over 100 Simple Vegetarian Recipes from Jaipur to Japan
    by Atul Kochhar
    £19.49

    Quick, easy veggie curries for everyday.Need a tasty dinner in a hurry? Look no further than this mouth-watering collection of veggie curries from across the globe. Exploring vegetarian curries of the world, from his native India to the Far East, via Africa and the Middle East and beyond, Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar turns his hand to an incredible range of delectable vegetarian dishes to form this sensational collection of everyday recipes.Recipes include:Mango curry from Cambodia Vegan pad Thai from ThailandAubergine katsu from JapanShakshuka from AlgeriaMasala chips from KenyaBunny chow from South AfricaScrambled paneer, corn and peas from North IndiaBengali daal from East IndiaVeg momo from NepalEgg curry from Sri LankaWhite bean stew from IraqLentil soup from Yemenand many, many more.This book sees Atul go beyond his roots on a gastronomic journey to showcase recipes from around the world. With recipes ranging from quick and easy dishes to more elaborate feasts guaranteed to wow friends and family, there is something in this book for everyone. Simple and accessible, this collection of inspiring, spiced dishes from all corners of the globe promises to be a book you will cook from again and again.

  • by Caylee Clay
    £14.49

    Finally gain back control of your life and thrive in clearer skin!Stop living in so much pain, and start self-healing by harnessing the power of the latest psoriasis science and research. Make peace with your body by learning your psoriasis triggers, not by attempting to follow some unproven highly restrictive psoriasis diet which inevitably will leave you feeling even more stressed out and exhausted. Let a true nutrition expert and fellow psoriasis sufferer reveal how you can heal using food.When registered dietitian nutritionist Caylee Clay was diagnosed with psoriasis, she soon discovered how little modern medicine offers for relief, and quickly tired of hearing how there is no "cure" and no clear "causes" for psoriasis. Instead, she used her training and experience as a medical provider to find answers. The result? Caylee has experienced complete remission from her own psoriasis, due exclusively to the info in this book.Now a leader in the field of psoriasis and nutrition, Caylee offers a groundbreaking approach to healing psoriasis. Gain Control Over Your Psoriasis puts you on the path of self-healing using science, not guesswork. You will learn how to identify your triggers, reduce your psoriasis symptoms and pain, plus support the healing process without dieting. Harness the revolutionary intuitive eating program to avoid the trap of disordered eating or obsessing over food as a misguided attempt to feel better and find relief.This holistic approach to healing psoriasis is organized into five easy strategies, where you will discover:1) Nourishing foods and nutrients to eat more of2) The power of meal timing3) How to identify your individual food sensitivities4) Universal food triggers to reduce, and5) Beneficial lifestyle modifications.Quit guessing when it comes to your psoriasis, and instead let science guide your healing process!

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    by Emma Galloway
    £15.49

    "Spiced pumpkin snacking cake, Pea, mint + halloumi fritters, Mushroom + lentil lasagne, and Roasted strawberry + ginger 'ice cream' are among the beautiful, nourishing, simple-to-make and absolutely delicious recipes celebrated in Emma Galloway's third book from her home kitchen. Everyday food should be quick and easy, using readily available ingredients and simple techniques. Over years working as a chef and as a mother of two, Emma has designed tips and tricks to make cooking simpler through planning ahead and using ingredients that are easy to swap out. Dotted throughout My Darling Lemon Thyme: Every Day, you will find 'anything' recipes to suit your tastes and whatever ingredients you have to hand. All the recipes are vegetarian, flavour-packed and gluten free -recipes you can trust, for every season, every day"--Publisher marketing.

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    by Anita Bean
    £20.49

    The Complete Guide to Sports Nutrition is the definitive practical handbook for anyone wanting a performance advantage. What you eat and drink are important considerations when it comes to maximising your sports performance. Whether you are a professional or amateur athlete, or just enjoy regular workouts, well-chosen nutrition strategies can enhance your performance and recovery after exercise. This fully updated and revised edition incorporates the latest cutting-edge research and provides all the tools to help you reach your performance goals. This ninth edition includes accessible guidance on the following topics: ┬╖ Maximising endurance, strength, performance and recovery ┬╖ How to calculate your optimal energy, carbohydrate and protein requirements┬╖ Advice on improving body composition┬╖ The most popular sports supplements ┬╖ Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) and eating disorders ┬╖ Hydration strategies to prevent hypohydration and overhydration ┬╖ Specific advice for masters athletes, young athletes and plant-based athletes┬╖ Nutrition strategies to prepare for competition┬╖ Immune health and recovery from injury┬╖ Gut health and how to avoid gut problems during exercise.

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    - My Favourite Recipes to Inspire Your Home-Cooking
    by Marcus Wareing
    £16.99

    The stunning new cookbook from Michelin-starred chef, Marcus Wareing.

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    - 50 delicious recipes for the healing superfood
    by Aster
    £8.99

    Discover the health benefits and uses of turmeric

  • - 220 Tested and Tasty Recipes for Everyday Meals
    by Loranger Gregory Loranger
    £18.49 - 22.49

  • - Quick And Easy Budget Friendly Air Fryer Recipes
    by Fabela Roy Fabela
    £14.49 - 20.49

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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