If you love the tingle of chilli on your tongue, get stuck in to this celebration of the all-conquering capsicum - from mild varieties to red-hot peppers - served with a spicy side of trivia, tips and recipes Chillies originated in the Americas but they've now gone global, finding their way onto our plates and into our hearts. Whether you get your fix in the form of classic dishes, hot sauces or new culinary creations, chillies offer all kinds of pleasures and possibilities. This book is the perfect pocket guide to these wonders of nature, exploring how they became so widely loved, where their heat comes from, and how they can beguile and benefit our bodies. The Little Book of Chillies will give you a taste of the following and much more: Discover all kinds of fun chilli-related trivia, including how the Scoville scale is used to measure heat levels Trace the journey made by capsicums across centuries and continents Get the lowdown on world-famous chillies as well as the world's hottest Marvel at the weird and wonderful uses of chillies, from powders and pickles to pepper spray Whip up a selection of recipes with a kick, from a terrific chilli con carne to adventurous dessert options

Recipes from an Indian Kitchen cookbook brings you fantastic dishes from across India:

• Stunning color photographs of each finished Indian recipe.
• This comprehensive volume features simple recipes that are easy to follow and deliver delicious, authentic results.
• Glossary of Ingredients: Detailed descriptions of commonly used ingredients.
• The informative introduction provides insight into the tradition of Indian cuisine.
• Recipe introductions give interesting background information and history of recipes, while atmospheric images from across India capture the mood of this beautiful country.
• Basic Recipes: Includes recipes for different pastes, ghee, paneer, and more.
• Raitas, Chutneys, and Pickles: Tips and tricks on how to prepare and when to serve.
• Snacks and Appetizers: From Vegetarian Samosas to Coriander Lamb Kebabs.
• Main Dishes: Delicious recipes to feed your whole family.
• Legumes: Prepare legumes in multiple ways to balance out your whole meal.
• Rice and Breads: Rice is a staple dish in south India and is served at almost every meal.
• Desserts and Drinks: Treat yourself with these authentic desserts.

For Diana Henry's many fans, her evocative writing about both place and food brings just as much pleasure as her delicious recipes. Around the Table is a selection of some of Diana's very best essays, handpicked from over two decades of her much-loved cookbooks.

From the bustling Turkish groceries of the Edgware Road to the kitchen table of a cottage in rural France, a trattoria tucked away in the suburbs of Rome to the chilly Vermont countryside famed for its maple syrup, Diana Henry has followed her tastebuds around the world.

In this collection, Diana's writing brings ingredients to life on the page. Tuck into salty and sweet, buttery and inky purple and black olives. Blood-red threads of saffron that turn whole platters of food into gold, bleeding yolk-yellow streaks over creamy chicken and milky white yogurt. Mouth-puckeringly citrusy, easy to peel and almost seedless Valencia oranges. The simple pleasure of a warming slice of toast.

This vivid and nourishing collection of essays on the joys of good food is an utter delight for the senses.