‘A rigorous, nuts-and-bolts bible of a book’ Jay Rayner, Observer

‘Lateral Cooking…uncovers the very syntax of cookery’ Yotam Ottolenghi

‘Astonishing and totally addictive’ Brian Eno

This groundbreaking book reveals the principles underpinning all recipe creation, from the author of the bestselling The Flavour Thesaurus

Do you feel you that you follow recipes slavishly without understanding how they actually work? Would you like to feel freer to adapt, to experiment, to play with flavours?

Well look no further – in these pages, Niki Segnit, author of the landmark The Flavour Thesaurus, gives you the tools to do just that. Organised into 77 ‘starting-point’ recipes, Lateral Cooking including plenty of tips for substituting ingredients and reducing the phenomenal variety of world cuisine down to its bare essentials – and then building it back up again.

So, under ‘Bread’, Niki guides you through flatbreads, oatcakes, buckwheat noodles, chapattis and tortillas, showing you how they are all variations on one theme. A few simple tweaks and you can make soda bread, scones or cobbler. And so on, through breads and batters, broths, stews and dals, one dish leading to another.

Lateral Cooking is as inspirational and entertaining a read as it is a practical guide. Once you have the hang of each starting point, a wealth of new flavour combinations awaits, each related in Niki’s signature combination of culinary science, history, chefs’ wisdom and entertaining personal anecdote.

Niki shows you that recipes you had thought were outside of your experience are reassuringly similar to things you’ve made a dozen times before, giving you the confidence to experiment with flavour. The variations that follow are a springboard of inspiration to the contents of your fridge and kitchen cupboards.

In these pages, you will discover to cook ‘by heart’ – and that’s where the fun really begins.

Whether you’re a star baker or rarely set foot in the kitchen, Sizzle & Drizzle is packed with over 100 delicious and easy recipes, from failsafe cakes and bakes to show-stopping desserts and more. Want to learn more about making different kinds of pastry? Or perhaps you’ve always wanted to try your hand at preserving food? Looking for some free-from options? Nancy has you covered.

In true Nancy style, Sizzle & Drizzle is brimming with top tips for cooking, budget-friendly hacks and even includes QR codes linking to videos of Nancy making the dishes.

‘As well as a collection of my favourite recipes, I’ve included important hints and tips which make such a difference in the kitchen. These nuggets of knowledge gathered over the last half-century and before will ensure perfect results every time.’ – Nancy x

Sandro is on a mission to share his love of baking in this indulgent and uplifting book of bakes. A firm believer in the positive, mood boosting, delectable, and therapeutic effects of home baking, his debut cookbook encourages you to loosen up, pick up the whisk, and bake again.

It’s not all showstoppers – though you’ll find recipes for some of his most famous awe-inspiring bakes – these recipes are carefully curated, uplifting antidotes to every mood or occasion. Whether you’re feeling ready to romance, celebrate, commiserate, or simply indulge, there are over 75 recipes to elevate your baking skills and lift your spirits, too.

‘Scores the trifecta for me as a must-have book – genuine excitement and joy in sharing the food from a personal culture; writing that is evocative and full of heart.’ – Helen Goh

?A collection of traditional and modern Polish baking and dessert recipes including Babkas, cheesecakes, tarts, pastries and all things sweet and celebratory. Ren Behan takes you from everyday baking to Easter celebrations in this comprehensive take on Polish sweet treats, and draws on influences from across central and Eastern Europe.

?Honey, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, citrus peel, cherries, sweet whipped cheese? with these warming scents and flavours, Ren Behan takes you on a comprehensive tour of Polish sweet treats.

With modern twists on classic much-loved recipes and bold, folkloric styling, The Sweet Polish Kitchen is designed to bring the spirit of Polish pâtissière to a new audience who appreciate a diasporic narrative and journey through food.

Poland’s rich, multi-national cafe culture underpins these recipes, which draw on many influences; the first pâtisseries in Warsaw were opened by Italian and Swiss immigrants, and there are also borrowings from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Russia, Lithuania and Belarus. A new and delicious baking world is in your hands?

Contents

• Polish Baking Basics opens the doors to tradition, passed down through the generations.
• Experience the timeless elegance of Polish Classics: including cheesecakes that melt in your mouth and blueberry buns bursting with flavour.
• Each Layer Cake and Traybake creation is a masterpiece, showcasing the beauty of Polish baking. The plum crumble tart and raspberry and lemon cloud cake take things to new heights.
• Enjoy exhilarating deep-fried and filled Carnival Treats, guaranteed to make your taste buds dance with delight.
• Learn about the importance of Easter in Poland with irresistible treats to share with your loved ones. Bring the warmth and joy to your home during other Festive Seasons with heavenly Bundts, delectable marzipan crescents, and iconic poppy seed rolls.
• Elevate your breakfast and brunch game with baked Pancakes and Pierogi; laden with soft cheese, dark cherries and cinnamon cream.
• In the spirit of the Breads, Loaves and Buns chapter, transport yourself to the streets of Krakow with caraway and rye breads and sink your teeth into warm bagels.
• Round off your Polish baking journey with a delightful selection of Desserts, Sweets, and Preserves. Explore the naughty delights of Adwocat liqueur, seductive plums in chocolate, and the luxury of fragrant rose petal jam.

Bake like an Italian with this latest Silver Spoon treasure – a culinary inspiration and go-to kitchen companion

The Silver Spoon is known throughout the world as the authoritative voice on Italian cuisine and the leading Italian culinary resource. The Italian Bakery is the first volume in the Silver Spoon library to focus on dolci – the Italian term for all sweet treats.

Dishes found in bakeries throughout Italy’s diverse regions come to life in 140 accessible classic and contemporary patisserie recipes, including a library of 50 core recipes for basic baking building blocks, each illustrated with step-by-step photography, geared toward novices and experienced bakers alike.

Filled with cakes, pastries, pies, cookies, sweets and chocolates, and frozen puddings, the collection showcases a wide range of delectable desserts suitable for everyday indulgences and special-occasion celebrations – the Italian way.

Bake your way through Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Inspired by the films, this is the ONE and ONLY official Harry Potter cookbook!

Packed with 45 recipes and gorgeous, eye-catching photography, this baking cookbook inspired by the films is a must-have for every Harry Potter fan.

From Pumpkin Patch Pies to Owl Muffins, Luna’s Spectrespecs Cookies to Hogwarts Gingerbread, these 45 mouthwatering recipes that will, dare we say ? ensnare the senses!

Host a Great Hall-inspired feast for your friends or delight in a portion for one.

• This baking cookbook is great for everyone
• Includes a multitude of gluten-free, nut-free and vegan recipes!
• All 45 recipes are inspired by the Harry Potter films.

Watch out for the official Harry Potter Cookbook – publishing September 2023.

What’s the difference between beating and folding? What should “soft peaks” look like? How do you line a pastry crust? When it comes to baking, knowing what an instruction means can be the difference between a showstopper and a soggy bottom. That’s where Complete Baking comes in.

Each of the 80 classic recipes in this essential collection is fully illustrated, with photographs of every stage of the baking process. See what other baking books only tell you: how to knead dough, rub together butter and flour, and create a pastry lattice to top a pie or tart. Then try your hand at more than 250 variations on those classics, or use them as inspiration to build on what you’ve learned and experiment with your own baking creations.

If you’re spoilt for choice, at-a-glance recipe choosers help you find the right recipe for any occasion, while tips on freezing help you to prepare your bakes ahead of time. With sweet and savoury recipes that everyone will enjoy, it’s time to roll up your sleeves, flour your work surface, and whip up something superb with Complete Baking.