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Jacques Pépin Art Of The Chicken: A Master Chef’s Paintings, Stories, and Recipes of the Humble Bird

By Jacques Pépin 

Chicken may not be an extravagant ingredient, but for master chef Jacques Pépin, it is the one he turns to most frequently—to cook and to paint. In this beautifully illustrated book, he reminisces on his life through the lens of the humble bird, from his childhood in rural France.

Publisher: Harvest

 

A Cook’s Book

By Nigel Slater 

From the first jam tart Nigel made with his mum standing on a chair trying to reach the Aga, through to what he is cooking now. Slater writes about how his cooking has changed. From discovering the trick to whipping cream perfectly, to the best way to roast a chicken, he shares the tales behind the recipes. We even hear about the first time he ate a baguette in Paris and his first slice of buttercream-topped chocolate cake.

Publisher: Fourth Estate

 

The Coastal Forager’s Cookbook

By Robin Kort 

Long-time West Coast forager and the chef behind the popular Swallow Tail Supper Club, Robin Kort’s approach to cooking is a blend of simplicity and experimentation. Showcasing foraged ingredients like wild mushrooms, seaweed, fish and molluscs, flowers and evergreen tips, she brings together 40 recipes to inspire forays into tide and woods.

Publisher: TouchWood Editions

 

Decadent Vegan Cakes

By Charlotte Roberts

Making delicious plant-based cakes is now foolproof thanks to this collection of recipes from blogger Charlotte Roberts. Ranging from mouthwatering layer cakes for the finest celebrations to tasty loaves that can be ready in no time at all. This is a must have for most bakers. 
Publisher: Page Street Publishing

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