National and regional cuisine Books

Join the March family for joyous Christmas breakfasts, lovely lunches, scrumptious desserts, and more!You already adore the story of these four sisters who, with little means, find their own paths in a tale full of laughter, love, loss, and family. Now,...

'[Kano's] preparations [are] simple, even humble, yet exquisite and explosively flavourful.' - Mark Bittman, The New York Times'In the Japanese culinary world, particular respect is given those who manage to transform...

To cook a meal for others-with thoughtfulness about the ingredients and care for the technique-can be the ultimate act of sharing. Gathering around the table opens people up, sparks meaningful connections, and builds community. This was one of the key...

From mid-morning coffee break spuntini to aperitivi happy-hour bites, explore the culture of Italian snacks and street foods in this mouthwatering cookbook.Italian food has captivated our taste buds for centuries. Combining simplicity and creativity, it...

A complete guide to purchasing and preparing Asian vegetables and plant-based food products!Here at last is a book by a leading food expert presenting everything you need to know about the rapidly-expanding list of Asian vegetables found in supermarkets,...

Nukazuke fermented pickles are superfoods that promote good gut health!This book provides an exciting introduction to the Japanese method of pickling in a reusable bed of fermented rice bran -a medium that is easy to prepare and maintain at home. Author...

Japanese desserts from Mochi to Matcha, Manju, Yokan, Anpan, Castella, Wagashi, Dorayaki, Daifuku - and everything in between!Traditional recipes for mochi, wagashi, manju, dorayaki, anpan, melon pan and many others meet the classic Japanese cookies,...

This cookbook features more than 70 delicious recipes and dozens of helpful tips to help combat migraine symptoms by eating a Mediterranean-style diet.This unique cookbook and lifestyle guide provides migraine patients with a dietary roadmap to control...

Set on one of the oldest and largest estates in Sicily, you'll find Casa Vecchie, where all the food is either sustainably grown or wild. Here you'll find the Anna Tasca Lanza Center for Sicilian Food and Culture, one of the most respected culinary sites...

While bok choy is now a staple on Western grocery store shelves, other Asian vegetables remain unknown-even though they're delicious, nutritious, and easy to grow in northern climates.Caroline, Stphanie, and Patricia Wang, three sisters of Cantonese...

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERGrossyPelosi is your best friend in the kitchen-actually, he's family. In his debut cookbook, larger-than-life personality Dan Pelosi offers up a warm hug of home cooking, sharing both comfort food and connection with...

'This beautiful book is filled with stories and recipes from the heart, that are good for your heart too. It is a moving and meaningful showcase of how delicious and healthful Filipino food can be.' - Ellie Krieger, RD, Food Network and...

What do one hat and five elephants, a garden in the sky, and a mother's recipe box all have in common?They are all delightfully wise and witty chapters in blogger Marsha Palanci's new book, Tarte Tatin Tales. Part memoir and part cookbook, this...

'It's Paris. Everyone's serious about dinner.' Mindy ChenBienvenue to your love affair with all things pretty and Parisian! A trs chic indulgence awaits! BonjourEmily is the culinary exploration of irresistible French flavors for fans...

Explore the English tradition of supper, a light evening meal of meat or fish, potatoes and vegetables, or traditional snacks and party foods such as sausage rolls, scotch eggs and teacakes.With a range of traditional options to choose from, this...

Learn the secrets of Thai cooking that only local foodies know about!Real Thai Cooking is a labor of love by Thailand's leading food blogger and street food expert, Chawadee "Chow" Nualkhair and Lauren Lulu Taylor who did the...

>" . . . the first cookbook that teaches the home cooking of these islands in clear, concise recipes." - Molly O'NeillInspired by memories of her father and her own experiences on the islands, Ramin Ganeshram introduces readers to the cuisine of...

Brunch at Brother Marcus is a weekend institution in London, and here in their first book you can find out why. Tas and Alex take the flavours of the Eastern Med to make dishes worth getting out of bed for, from simple favourites like Menemen - a spicy...

Gather your family and friends for the ultimate communal dinner! In Asia, hot pots have long been a cornerstone of home-cooking--a one pot meal, shared at the table, with family and friends helping themselves from the communal pot. The key to a...

Charmingly illustrated with more than 75 watercolor illustrations, this beautiful cookbook features 100 recipes that enthusiastically celebrate the culturally diverse cuisines of Paris and the community shared meals can create. Every Friday for a year,...

Simple, earthy, fiery, and fresh, Hmong food is an exciting but still little-known South Asian cuisine. In traditional Hmong culture, dishes are created and replicated not by exact measurements but by taste and experimentation-for every Hmong recipe,...

Eat like your favourite K-Drama TV Stars! If you're a fan of Korean dramas, or simply a fan of Korean food, then this book is for you! Here you'll find 61 delicious recipes for classic Korean dishes, including those you may have seen on...

Discover the secrets of Japanese superfoods and learn how you can incorporate them in your daily meals!Yumi Komatsudaira grew up in her family's seaweed shop, snacking on the green treats on which her family built their health-based culinary...

Do you know the difference between a bancha and a hojicha? How to brew the perfect matcha? With this book you will!Japanese tea expert Per Oscar Brekell is one of the few foreigners to complete the difficult training in Japan as a tea instructor. Now,...

The ultimate finger food, cute and colorful sushi is perfect for entertaining!Easy to eat, gorgeous to look at, and healthy, too - it's no wonder sushi is one of the world's favourite foods. This book shows you the simple techniques used to make kawaii...

Hearty and healthy recipes straight from an authentic Japanese kitchen! Soup is an integral part of the traditional Japanese meal - whether a delicate miso soup in a lacquered bowl to be sipped as you eat your rice, or a rich and flavourful broth poured...

Opening with Japan's top ten favourite comfort foods-from Deep Fried Crunchy Chicken to Japanese-Style Meat and Potato Hotpot-this cookbook is packed with authentic versions of the dishes that Japanese people eat every day.In this book you'll find all...

A collection of family-friendly, easy and inexpensive recipes used and honed over many years by Japanese mom Kanae Inoue. Real Bento is packed with the time-saving tricks that allow you to make bento box lunches each morning in just 10 minutes,...

Healthy, economical, tasty and attractive - Japanese bento box lunches have been taking the world by storm!Hosts of popular NHK World cooking show Bento Expo, Marc Matsumoto and Maki Ogawa, now share their bento-making expertise on the pages of this...

Parents seeking alternatives to unhealthy snacks and school cafeteria lunches will find a treasure trove of ideas within these pages.With over 46 themed bento box options to choose from, this book allows you to create lunch with a selection of food that...

Izakaya cooking is all about enjoying hearty and flavorful Japanese food with drinks and friends at your local hole-in-the-wall hangout. Similar to tapas or pub food, izakaya fare ranges from tasty bar snacks to substantial salads, stews, grilled meats...

The Japanese Sak Bible is the ultimate book about Japan's national drink - from its history and culture to its ingredients and production methods, how to choose the best sak, and recommended food pairings. Author Brian Ashcraft traveled the...

Gyoza dumplings are the ultimate Asian comfort food. Whether eaten in an exclusive restaurant or at a humble street stall, these tasty morsels burst with flavor and are impossible to resist.Dumplings are surprisingly easy to make once you learn a few...

In Japan where there are more festivals than there are days of the year, it's no surprise that food is a daily celebration unto itself! The Food of Japan is a diverse compilation of 96 recipes collected and beautifully photographed in several regions of...

Three friends walk you through their best Japanese recipes - in expressive, humorous illustrations!Cooking should be fun, and this highly entertaining Japanese cookbook for beginners is packed full of humor and whimsical illustrations. Japanese...

Japanese Homestyle Cooking will enable you to prepare simple, authentic dishes to enjoy within the comfort of your own home. Learn the secrets behind preparing exquisite sushi and sashimi with an inexpensive bamboo sushi mat...

A culinary journey of Switzerland in 45 irresistible dessertsGold Medal, Swiss Gourmet AwardSweet Switzerland is irresistible and Sweet & Swiss brings together 45 recipes for cakes, pastries, tarts, breads, and more, from author Heddi Nieuwsma, an...

Better Homes & Gardens celebrates its 100th anniversary with this expanded edition of the 'red plaid' cookbook, a trusted staple in kitchens across America since 1930.All-new chapters look back at the history of Better Homes &...

In 2014, Bernard Radfar moved to West Los Angeles for one reason: to be closer to Toshi Sakamaki and his incredible Yakitori restaurant. Chicken Genius is a visual love letter to Toshi's cuisine and the care and grace with which he...

Bursting with fresh recipes and practical entertaining advice, this book is the ingredient every kitchen needs.Melina Davies treats everyone like family. Stop by her house and she'll whip you up a fluffy, buttery vegetable quiche with fresh greens in a...

When is a pudding a pudding and not a dessert? This can be a vexing question to many, but to the English, a pudding feels homely while a dessert is generally more sophisticated.Complete with information on the history of the dishes, delve into this...

Pizza, pasta, pesto and olive oil: today, it's hard to imagine any supermarket without these items. But how did these foods - and many more Italian ingredients - become so widespread and popular?This book maps the extraordinary progress of Italian food,...

Won "Best Food Blog" at the 2018 Guild of Food Writers Awards Forty recipes from all over the world Full color images Foreword by Mina Holland, editor of Guardian Cook Humans of New York meets Pasta Grannies

Spanish cuisine is a melting-pot of cultures, flavours and ingredients: Greek and Roman, Jewish, Moorish and Middle Eastern. It has been enriched by its climate, geology and spectacular topography, which have encouraged a variety of regional food...

Delight in 74 stunning recipes from a sample of Tokyo Izakayas!The equivalent of a tapas bar or an English pub, Izakayas are the cornerstone of Japan's food culture, acting as a place to share a delicious, satisfying meal over drinks with...

Entertain your friends and family with sushi that looks as fantastic as it tastes! As the world's appetite for Japanese sushi continues to skyrocket, the Sushi Art Cookbook introduces readers to the art of creating sushi that looks as...

Elevate your ramen and introduce new noodles into your repertoire!The Ultimate Japanese Noodles Cookbook is your introduction to the world of Japanese noodles and pasta. Chef and restaurateur Masahiro Kasahara presents all his personal favourites in this...