March 2019 New Cookbook Review

March, how did you arrive and leave so quickly? It’s the beginning of our spring publishing rush here in North America. While not as overwhelming as September through November (Cookbooktober), the team at Eat Your Books is busy indexing, reviewing, putting up EYBDigital Previews and working on our EYBDigital Book program.

With the constant influx of cookbooks there are always a few gems that may not get the attention they deserve. Each month I will highlight three of these recent titles:

• Cocktail Codex: Origins, Fundamentals, Formulas by Alex Day, David Kaplan and Nick Fauchald, authors of the best-selling and genre-defining cocktail book Death & Co, is a comprehensive primer on the craft of mixing drinks that employs the authors’ unique “cocktail families” approach to give drink-makers of every level the tools to understand, execute, and improvise both classic and original cocktails. Find out more about this revolutionary guide to cocktails in our promotional post that shares a giveaway.
• Too Good to Passover: Sephardic & Judeo-Arabic Seder Menus and Memories from Africa, Asia and Europe by Jennifer Felicia Abadi is a compilation of more than 200 Passover recipes from 23 Jewish communities. Jennifer delivers a captivating read in this cookbook-memoir of over 700 pages that is well organized and thoughtful. Menus, interviews, recipes and illustrations make this a book that one will turn to time and again for inspiration, knowledge and Passover dishes. Jennifer has an active class schedule that we share on our calendar.
• 7000 Islands: Cherished Recipes and Stories from the Philippines by Yasmin Newman was recently reprinted in paperback last month and provides a beautiful look at the food of the Philippines. 

A few housekeeping reminders for new members:

• My 2019 Cookbook Preview Post is frequently updated. Keep checking for new additions.
• Be sure you have checked out our new EYBD Page which has been updated with many new titles for 2019.
• Have you entered all our giveaways? If you have any trouble entering the contests, see our step-by-step help post. Just a reminder – you do not need to be a paid member to enter our contests. We have a special forum post where I post the links to expired promotions that provide the winners that Rafflecopter has chosen. This post is in addition to my email notifications.
• Have you joined our cookbook clubs? Read our latest summaries and come have fun with us while we cook and bake from new selections each month. We offer blast-from-the-past favorites and online recipe options so that everyone can participate. Our titles for March through June have been selected and can be found on our latest summary.
• If an author has events on our calendar, please look for “Events” link at the end of each blurb. Many authors are touring in support of their titles and our bookstores and cooking schools are packed with great events and classes.
• Our Pinterest boards are a great resource. I also add all giveaways to our Giveaways board and our team continually adds recipe inspirations weekly.
• Lastly, each Sunday, I compile a listing of Kindle cookbook deals that I update throughout the week when additions are made and/or deletions.

Now let’s talk about this month. Check the blog frequently as promotions are planned for many titles and be sure to follow us on social media (buttons on right lower side bar on the home page – photo right). If you would like to order any of these titles, using our affiliate links (right beneath the social media buttons) or the button on the book details page, will help to support EYB and our indexing efforts (as well as help us to include worldwide options in some promotions). Most of our titles are released in multiple regions and are available locally and through worldwide sellers – the Book Depository make more of these titles available to more members with free international shipping.

I have been tagging books as EYB Picks: USA Pick, UK Pick, Canada Pick, Australia Pick, and New Zealand Pick. These search links will direct you to books that are favorites. I will continue to add these designations as I come across beloved titles or new additions to the library.

USA

Where Cooking Begins: Uncomplicated Recipes to Make You a Great Cook by Carla Lalli Music is simply brilliant. It is the book that new cooks, experienced cooks and cookbook lovers will love. Carla is the Food Director at Bon Appetit magazine and has a deep affection for her pressure cooker and black steel pan. Nestled in the myriad photographs and recipes are “notes” that instruct us to what we need “from the market” “spin it” (variations), “at home” (pantry ingredients) and more. Events

The New Pie: Modern Techniques for the Classic American Dessert by Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin is everything a baker could ask for: unique recipes, twists on the classics, detailed instructions and beautiful photography. Find out more in my preview post and interview with the authors and enter our giveaway for a chance to win a copy of this must-have title. Events

Vegetables Illustrated: An Inspiring Guide with 700+ Kitchen-Tested Recipes by Cook’s Illustrated Magazine delivers over 500 pages of vegetable devotion. This impressive tome shares recipes that feature vegetables as side dishes (with meat recipes included) and main entrees.

Crumb: Show the Dough Who’s Boss by Richard Bertiner is the pastry guru’s latest book featuring his trademark detailed instructions along with photographs that take the guess work out of dough. Baguettes to exquisite loaves, such as a beautiful Leopard bread, and more are covered. This title was published in the UK last month.  

Wine Country Table: Recipes Celebrating California’s Sustainable Harvest by Janet Fletcher is a guided tour of the breathtaking farms and wineries of California, complete with recipes and stunning photography. We will be bringing you a full promotion and giveaway soon. Events

Bake: Breads, Cakes, Croissants, Kouign Amanns, Macarons, Scones, Tarts by Rory Macdonald is brilliant. Exquisite photographs and painstaking instructions are featured here. I cannot wait to start creating from this title. We will have a full promotion along with a Q & A with New York’s newest pastry prince soon.

Tortellini at Midnight: and Other Heirloom Family Recipes from Taranto to Turin to Tuscany by Emiko Davies is as astounding as the author’s other books, Florentine (review) and Acquacotta (a celebration of the traditional cuisine of a lesser known part of Tuscany, the Silver Coast). This title is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page and enter our giveaway. This title is also being published in the UK and AU. Events

The Italian Table: Creating Festive Meals for Family and Friends by Elizabeth Minchilli is the author’s latest title. Her book, Eating My Way Through Italy, was a brilliant read. Here, Elizabeth hits her stride with photographs and recipes that capture the essence of the Italian cuisine – family and friends. A full promotion coming soon. Brava! Events

Tokyo Stories: A Japanese Food Tour by Tim Anderson is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page. Anderson is my Japanese guru. His first two books are stellar, and he does not disappoint with his latest. He takes this ancient cuisine and makes it hip, fun and exciting. Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a copy of this title! This title is also being released in the UK. Events. 

New Kitchen Basics: 10 Essential Ingredients, 120 Recipes: Revolutionize the Way You Cook, Every Day by Claire Thompson follows the food writer’s successful Art of the Pantry (2017). She also has authored several other cookery titles. Claire’s goal is to make our everyday cooking easier and tastier. Her books are well thought out, approachable and would make ideal gifts for the cooks in your life (and yourself). This title is being released in the US and UK.

Bake from Scratch, Volume Three: Artisan Recipes for the Home Baker by Brian Hart Hoffman is the latest compilation of recipes from the Bake from Scratch magazines. If you know me at all, you know how much I love their superb work. This volume is as lovely as its predecessors. Hoffman’s team has turned the magazine publishing world upside down with their focus on photography, detailed unique recipes and all things for the bakers. They have set up a number of baking retreats and one day I hope to be able to attend one of these events.

Husbands That Cook: More Than 120 Irresistible Vegetarian Recipes and Tales from Our Tiny Kitchen by Ryan Alvarez and Adam Merrin is a cookbook of vegetarian recipes inspired by the husbands’ travel, relationship, and entertaining. This title is vibrantly photographed and filled with approachable, inspiring recipes. Events

Simple Cake: All You Need to Keep Your Friends and Family in Cake by Odette Williams provides recipes for 10 base cakes, 15 toppings, and endless decorating ideas to yield a treat for any occasion. I am loving this book. It’s all about the cake! Events

French Appetizers by Marie Asselin is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page. Here you will find a collection of French appetizers is perfect to serve for L’apéro, happy hour, or to give a lunch box or picnic basket that “something extra-special.” Enter our worldwide giveaway.

Andaluz: A Food Journey through Southern Spain by Fiona Dunlop offers a vivid gastronomic window on this region. Entries from the author’s travel diary accompany sumptuous recipes from Granada in the east to Córdoba at its heart and Seville in the south bringing a taste of Moorish Spain to kitchens everywhere. We are in the process of indexing this title and will have a full promotion soon.

Aloha Kitchen: Recipes from Hawai’i by Alana Kysar, Maui native and popular food blogger, brings a gorgeous cookbook of 85 fresh and sunny recipes that reflects the major cultures that have influenced local Hawaiʻi food. I am looking forward to receiving this title so that I can provide you more information.

Thank You for Smoking: Fun and Fearless Recipes Cooked with a Whiff of Wood Fire on Your Grill or Smoker by Paula Disbrowe, award-winning author and grilling expert, shows home cooks how to elevate meals with the sultry allure of smoke. 100 recipes are shared here from the obvious meat-centric types to cocktails! Events

Pleesecakes: 60 Awesome No-bake Cheesecake Recipes by Joe Moruzzi & Brendan Perry is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page and our promotion featuring a giveaway. I just stocked up my pantry with all types of treats to top recipes from this book!

Salsas and Tacos: The Santa Fe School of Cooking by Susan D. Curtis is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page. This updated edition has new photography throughout. Enter our worldwide giveaway.

Tiki: Modern Tropical Cocktails by Shannon Mustipher is guaranteed to whip your Tiki game into tip-top shape. Shannon is a Brooklyn-based rum expert and here she delivers 90 recipes for tantalizing cocktails. Events

East Meets Vegan: The Best of Asian Home Cooking, Plant-Based and Delicious by Sasha Gill (previously released in January under the title Jackfruit and Blue Ginger) is a title this non-vegan can get behind. I am a devotee of Asian cuisine and the author has made all my favorite Asian classics vegan friendly. We are indexing this book and hope to have a promotion for you.

Food of the Italian South: Recipes for Classic, Disappearing, and Lost Dishes by Katie Parla is another gorgeous Italian cookbook being released this month but one that features recipes that may have been erased from history if not for Katie. This title is a travelogue, cookbook, and mini vacation to southern Italy. Parla shares rich recipes, both original and reimagined, along with historical and cultural insights that encapsulate the miles of quiet towns, and, most important, culinary traditions unique to this piece of Italy. Events

The Modern Cheesemaker: Making and Cooking with Cheeses at Home by Morgan McGlynn is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page. I will have more on this title in our upcoming promotion.

The Flexible Pescatarian by Jo Pratt is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. Pratt delivers a beautiful book filled with options for pescatarians, vegetarians and more. For more information see our EYBD Page and be sure to enter our giveaway.

Clean Eating for Busy Families, Revised and Expanded: Simple and Satisfying Real-Food Recipes You and Your Kids Will Love by Michelle Dudash is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page.

Batch Cocktails: Make-Ahead Pitcher Drinks for Every Occasion by Maggie Hoffman author of last year’s The One-Bottle Cocktail is back again bigger and just as fantastic. Belly up to the bar and make a pitcher-full of libations for your guests so that you can enjoy the party and not play bartender.

Pacific Natural: Simple Seasonal Entertaining by Jenni Kayne offers tips and ideas for entertaining and living well throughout the year, using Jenni’s beautifully designed homes as sumptuous settings.

The Urban Forager: Culinary Exploring & Cooking on L.A.’s Eastside by Elisa Callow showcases one of California’s richest and most rapidly expanding culinary cultures: the eastside of Los Angeles. Food makers representing the eastside’s diverse traditions share beloved personal recipes, ingredients, innovations, and neighborhood resources.

The 100 Most Jewish Foods: A Highly Debatable List by Alana Newhouse a list of the most significant foods culturally and historically to the Jewish people, explored deeply with essays, recipes, stories, and context.

Martha Stewart’s Grilling: 125+ Recipes for Gatherings Large and Small by Editors of Martha Stewart Living captures the spirit of the grill, while providing essential tips and techniques for both experienced outdoor cooks and those brand-new to the grill.

The Curated Table: Recipes and Styling for the Perfect Meal is a stunner of a book especially for those of us who are into presentation. Each section features inspiration from a food writer/stylist/photographer from around the world. They share their story, knowledge and expertise along with recipes and gorgeous photography. This is an exceptionally special cookbook.

Asma’s Indian Kitchen: Home-Cooked Food Brought to You by Darjeeling Express by Asma Khan is released this month in the US having hit the shelves in the UK in October. This book shares recipes and stories of the Darjeeling Express which began as a dinner for 12 guests at home – Indian food, lovingly cooked from family recipes going back generations. The recipes in this book are homage to Asma’s royal Mughlai ancestry and the busy streets of Kolkata. The kitchen at Darjeeling Express is run by an all-women team and champions home-style food cooked with passion. The recipes are split between simple mid-week meals for two, family feasts for quick and easy cooking with less spice, feasts for friends for when you want to show off a little and feasts to celebrate. Many of the recipes are vegetarian and feature classic feasts. We will have a promotion coming soon.

Stone Edge Farm Kitchen Larder Cookbook: Seasonal Recipes for Pantry and Table by John McReynolds focuses on ten ingredients that will enliven and inspire the way you harvest, shop, stock your pantry, and cook for everyday meals and special occasions. Those ten ingredients are lemons and citrus, herbs, garlic, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, figs, quince, olives and olive oil, and grapes. What follows is seventy-five recipes that teach readers how to prepare pantry staples, such as preserves, infused oils, and conservas, and then how to use those same products and ingredients in fully composed seasonal cocktails, dishes, and desserts for family meals and entertaining.

Salt, Smoke, and Time: Homesteading and Heritage Techniques for the Modern Kitchen by Will Horowitz and Marisa Dobson explores ideas of self-reliance, sustainability, and seasonality, illuminating our connection to the natural world and the importance of preserving American stories and food traditions. Horowitz is the executive chef and owner of New York City’s highly acclaimed Ducks Eatery and Harry & Ida’s. This book is on its way to me and I am excited to get my hands on it.

The Founding Farmers Cookbook, Second Edition: 100 Recipes From the Restaurant Owned by American Family Farmers by Founding Farmers and Nevin Martell is an updated edition of the 2013 debut. This edition is updated with some new recipes and current information on the Founding Farmers movement and restaurant.

Buttermilk & Bourbon: New Orleans Recipes with a Modern Flair by Jason Santos who garnered national acclaim with his run on Fox’s TV show Hell’s Kitchen, where he earned second place in the cut-throat competition. His elevated Southern cuisine and bold New Orleans flavors can be made at home with his debut cookbook. Recipes include Buttermilk & Bourbon’s biscuits complete with dreamy honey butter as well as classics like Literally the Best Fried Chicken in the History of Chicken. Each dish will satisfy cravings for Southern flavor and have home cooks feeling like a pro.

Decadent Fruit Desserts: Fresh and Inspiring Treats to Excite Your Senses by Jackie Bruchez is a book that features fresh fruit in far more than pies! This comprehensive cookbook helps you pack more sweetness into your day in the most extravagant fashion possible. The variety of flavors makes it easy to spice up simple cookies with berries in Blueberry-white chocolate oatmeal cookies, swap out brownies for Apple-maple blondies and make the most of summer with a Rhubarb-striped mango cake. Every confection includes fantastic fruits that elevate each dessert to something more complex than the average sweet.

Clodagh’s Suppers: Suppers to Celebrate the Seasons by Clodagh McKenna is a wonderful book that shares recipes for gathering and bringing those we love around the table. For more information see our review and giveaway promotion. Clodagh’s book was released in the UK in January. 

2-Ingredient Miracle Dough Cookbook: Easy Lower-Carb Recipes for Flatbreads, Bagels, Desserts and More by Erin Mylroie shares recipes that feature the Greek yogurt and self-rising flour method.

Bento Power: Brilliantly Balanced Lunchbox Recipes by Sara Kiyo Popowa was previously released in the UK in September of 2018. Sara comes to the rescue with her vibrant, fun and inspirational approach to lunch boxes. She concentrates on having 5 clear elements: complex carbs, protein, fruit and veg, and sprinkles as well as the 5 colors used in authentic Japanese cooking: red, white, black, yellow and green. With just a few essential ingredients, you add your extras to create highly nutritious, vegetarian, colorful boxes of joy.

Big Salads by Kat Mead offers 60 recipes that make the most of seasonal salad ingredients, giving people the option to eat vegetarian, vegan or use meat and fish in small amounts with a bounty of beautiful fresh vegetables, herbs and leaves. This title is also being released in the UK. Fans of the sitcom Seinfeld will appreciate creating and making the big salad and food lovers will enjoy the refreshing recipes.

Cocoa: An Exploration of Chocolate, With Recipes by Sue Quinn shares a wealth of cultural, historical, and culinary information about the story of chocolate through the ages and across the world, illustrated with vintage packaging, iconic advertisements, and stunning illustrations. Interspersed throughout the book are 80 sweet and savory recipes to tantalize the taste buds from sweet to savory. It is a beautiful book and nicely done. This title is also being released in the UK.

Vegan Goodness: Feasts: Plant-Based Meals for Big and Little Gatherings by Jessica Prescott invites you to embrace the ritual of cooking and eating together with over 70 fresh and exciting plant-based dishes perfect for entertaining and sharing with loved ones. This title was previously published in the UK and AU and is now being released in the US.

Other titles of interest:

• The Artisanal Kitchen: Perfect Homemade Ice Cream: The Best Make-It-Yourself Ice Creams, Sorbets, Sundaes, and Other Desserts by Jeni Britton Bauer 
• The Artisanal Kitchen: Barbecue Rules: Lessons and Recipes for Superior Smoking and Grilling by Joe Carroll and Nick Fauchald
• Buttermilk Graffiti: A Chef’s Journey to Discover America’s New Melting-Pot Cuisine by Edward Lee (paperback release)
• Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: A Collection of 20 Prints by Samin Nosrat
• Chetna’s Healthy Indian: Everyday Meals. Effortlessly Good for You by Chetna Makan (US release; previously released in the UK in January)
• Fruit: The Art of Pastry by Cédric Grolet
• Family Foraging: A Fun Guide to Gathering and Eating Plants by David Hamilton
• Julia Child: The Last Interview: and Other Conversations (The Last Interview Series) by Julia Child
• Compliments to the Chef: 100 Châteauform Chef Recipes
• Vegetarian Dinner’s in the Oven: One-Pan Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes by Rukmini Iyer
• The Book of Ice Cream by Lydia Capasso and Simone De Feo (Italy)ake Confidence: Sure-Fire Recipes & Tips for Over-the-top Gorgeous Cakes by Mandy Merriman
• Bruce Moffett Cooks: A New England Chef in a New South Kitchen by Bruce Moffett
• Fromages: An Expert’s Guide to French Cheese by Dominique Bouchait
• Pickling Everything: Foolproof Recipes for Sour, Sweet, Spicy, Savory, Crunchy, Tangy Treats by Leda Meredith
• Hungry Girl Simply 6: All-Natural Recipes with 6 Ingredients or Less by Lisa Lillien

CANADA

The Little Island Bake Shop: Heirloom Recipes Made for Sharing by Jana Roerick features a collection of 80 easy recipes designed to satisfy almost any craving. This title is part of our EYBDigital Program. Buy the book before the promotional period ends, you will receive digital access. For more information see our EYBD Page and be sure to enter our giveaway.

Modern Lunch: +100 Recipes for Assembling the New Midday Meal by Allison Day proves that making lunch can be both exciting and achievable for any appetite, budget and time constraint. She’ll take home cooks on a high-noon feasting journey with both at-home and to-go meals, including salads, trendy jars, adult-appropriate lunch boxes, plates, picnics and platters. Through a clean, minimalist design, and showstopping photography, this title showcases what today’s set of brunch-goers and contemporary commuters look for: healthy, quick, Instagrammable feasts that will feed and satisfy – but also ignite a little office envy.

UK

New Kitchen Basics: 10 Essential Ingredients, 120 Recipes: Revolutionize the Way You Cook, Every Day by Claire Thompson follows the food writer’s successful Art of the Pantry (2017). She also has authored several other cookery titles. Claire’s goal is to make our everyday cooking easier and tastier. Her books are well thought out, approachable and would make ideal gifts for the cooks in your life (and yourself). This title is being released in the US and UK.

10-a-Day the Easy Way: Fuss-free Recipes & Simple Science to Transform your Health by James Wong shows you how to make small changes to your diet and slash your risk of developing diseases that affect the Western world, with delicious, filling recipes. Here you will find no gimmicks, no ‘banned’ foods, no miserly portion sizes – just 80 of the classic recipes you know and love made healthier (and tastier) by simply upping the amount of fruit and veg in them, all backed by the best science available.

Big Salads by Kat Mead offers 60 recipes that make the most of seasonal salad ingredients, giving people the option to eat vegetarian, vegan or use meat and fish in small amounts with a bounty of beautiful fresh vegetables, herbs and leaves. This title is also being released in the US.

Cocoa: An Exploration of Chocolate, With Recipes by Sue Quinn shares a wealth of cultural, historical, and culinary information about the story of chocolate through the ages and across the world, illustrated with vintage packaging, iconic advertisements, and stunning illustrations. Interspersed throughout the book are 80 sweet and savory recipes to tantalize the taste buds from sweet to savory. It is a beautiful book and nicely done. This title is also being released in the US.

Good Food, Sorted: Save Time, Cook Smart, Eat Well by Chris Bavin shares over 100 simple recipes and his approach to no-fuss home cooking so you too can save time. For Chris, a little efficiency in the kitchen goes a long way. Pick up his advice on how to use the freezer well, stock up the store-cupboard, and batch cook favourite family recipes. Be inspired by his ideas for freezing flavours – try herb-and-oil ice cubes or frozen flavoured butters and classic base sauces. And follow his nifty solutions that transform today’s dinner into tomorrow’s lunch, or his smart tips for using up half a forgotten courgette or fruit on the turn, so nothing is wasted.

Salt & Time: Recipes from a Modern Russian Kitchen by Alissa Timoshkina will transform perceptions of the food of the former Soviet Union, and especially Siberia – the crossroads of Eastern European and Central Asian cuisine – with 100 inviting recipes adapted for modern tastes and Western kitchens, and evocative storytelling to explain and entice. I’ve ordered this title as this part of the world fascinates me and I will provide more details once I receive it. Events.

The Dirty Dishes: 100 Fast and Delicious Recipes by Isaac Carew features the food that’s inspired the author’s life-long love of cooking. Isaac’s dad and godfather both worked in kitchens, so Isaac grew up washing mussels and leafy greens. He qualified as a chef in his teens and went on to work in some of the best restaurants in the world. Since then, via a high-profile modelling career, Isaac has nurtured his passion for great cooking and diverse food with the fashion capitals as his inspiration. This book shares a fresh and modern collection of a hundred recipes: from lazy brunches to easy weekday suppers, and from vegan delights to late-night bites.

Pinch of Nom: 100 Slimming, Home-style Recipes by Kay Featherstone can help novice and experienced home-cooks enjoy exciting, flavourful and satisfying meals – all of which are compatible with the principles of Weight Watchers and Slimming World. There are 100 incredible recipes in the book, 33 of which are vegetarian. Each recipe has been tried and tested by twenty Pinch of Nom community members to ensure it is healthy, full of flavour and incredibly easy to make.

The Vinegar Cupboard: An Ancient Ingredient for the Modern Cook by Angela Clutton demonstrates the many great ways vinegars can be used to balance and enhance flavours, and enable modern cooks to make the most of this ancient ingredient. I am a huge fan of vinegar and have ordered this title as well.

National Trust Comfort Food by National Trust serves up a hot soothing bowl of all your favourite comfort foods, inspired by the recipes from their cafés, which make the best of our delicious British seasonal produce. There are over 100 recipes for casseroles, soups, stews, pies and hot puddings, along with ideas for rustic salads, quick suppers and indulgent dinner party desserts.

Breakfast London: Where Real Londoners Eat features London’s 120 best breakfast spots, stunning original photography, mouth-wateringly delicious dishes and a look behind-the-scenes with the top chefs that create them.

Cauliflower Power: Vegetarian and Vegan Recipes to Nourish and Satisfy by Kathy Kordalis shares 60 diverse and exciting ways with the mighty but humble cauliflower, from fresh and rustic to elegant and richly spiced.

Tu Casa Mi Casa: Mexican Recipes for the Home Cook by Enrique Olvera, a leading talent on the gastronomic stage, has reinvented the cuisine of his native Mexico to global acclaim – yet his true passion is Mexican home cooking. Tu Casa Mi Casa is Mexico City/New York-based Olvera’s ode to the kitchens of his homeland. He shares 100 of the recipes close to his heart – the core collection of basic Mexican dishes – and encourages readers everywhere to incorporate traditional and contemporary Mexican tastes and ingredients into their recipe repertoire. Olvera is the author of Mexico From the Inside Out. Please remember Eat Your Book members receive 30% off Phaidon titles when using the link provided.

Tortellini at Midnight: and Other Heirloom Family Recipes from Taranto to Turin to Tuscany by Emiko Davies (see US)

Tokyo Stories: A Japanese Food Tour by Tim Anderson (see US)

AUSTRALIA

Vegetarian Basics by Australian Women’s Weekly is a go-to book of trusted delicious meat-free recipes that are simple to prepare and accessible to all cooking abilities.

Weekend BBQ by Ross Dobson draws on culinary influences from around the globe, including South East Asia, India, The Middle East and Europe, plus old school Aussie favourites, Weekend BBQ features easy-to-do recipes that seasoned barbecue aficionados will love.

My Smoko Break: Beautifully Simple Recipes for Delicious Home-cooked Food Without the Fuss From a Rural Mum by Hayley Maudsley shares over 200 recipes and 100 household tips from the popular Facebook page ‘My Smoko Break’ by Rural Weekly columnist and country mum Hayley Maudsley.

NEW ZEALAND

Made with Love: 100 of the World’s Best Chefs, Cooks & Food Artisans & the Food They Make for the People They Love is a beauty. If you love books that profile prominent chefs, are filled with gorgeous photography and delicious recipes of the food that they make for the people they love then this is the book for you. Recipes include Burnt garlic, chilli and lemon squid, Koesisters (a traditional Afrikaner confectionery made of fried dough infused in syrup or honey) and Agria potato and celeriac gratin. I had ordered this title myself and just received it today and am anxious to spend more time within its covers.

Homemade: 80+ Household Essentials to Inspire Your Everyday by Eleanor Ozich shares clever, eco-conscious recipes for daily household goods – all incredibly easy to make at home. You’ll learn to create your own homespun essentials, such as mayonnaise, crackers, yoghurt, bread, muesli bars, hummus, cheese, and more. Complementing these delicious, nourishing treats, the book also includes recipes for other household items, like food wraps, cleaners, air fresheners, balms, hand scrubs and candles. Homemade is a stylish kitchen companion offering simple and inspired solutions for everyday use.

Tortellini at Midnight: and Other Heirloom Family Recipes from Taranto to Turin to Tuscany by Emiko Davies (see US)