Sam Stern shares dozens of his favourite recipes for all occasions. There are pancakes for breakfast and easy lunches like soup or salad to pack up for school. Quick meals like spaghetti or omelettes are best for busy school nights; for weekends there are serious dinners like homemade lasagne or whole roasted chicken. And don’t forget fancy, mouth-watering desserts; addictive but healthy snacks; and even special menus and suggestions to help keep your brain boosted during dreaded exam time. Especially geared toward teen readers, Cooking Up a Storm is bursting with over 120 healthy, tasty and simple recipes and food ideas and features a lively commentary from Sam, along with colourful photos of food preparation and the ultimate chef’s reward: feasting with friends.

The world-famous teenage cook is back with a delicious book of tastebud-tempting recipes for independent living. Here Sam champions good food as the best preparation for student life, and shows that it’s fantastic fun to create – even on a budget. The book’s eye-catching symbols offer a speedy guide for checking on costs, while variations show how to adapt each recipe, whether you’re feeling flush or feeling the pinch. Perfect for college starters, gap-year travellers and first-jobbers alike, Sam’s cookery bible is grouped into user-friendly chapters based on food types. You’ll find a dish for every occasion – cooking and eating well for whatever life throws your way – accompanied by glorious full-colour photographs.