This brilliant collection of sweet confections and savoury nibbles will inspire and entice bakers and lovers of afternoon tea, of all ages. Set against a backdrop of twelve of Britain's most stunning palaces and residences, the recipes are a mix of traditional, contemporary and whimsical; each one with its own unique twist. Every chapter tells a tale, with inspiration drawn from sources as diverse as a 200-year-old royal banquet menu, an intriguing 17th-century chocolate kitchen commissioned by William III and Queen Victoria's highland retreat. Gingerbread soldiers in sentry boxes, striking raspberry swirl meringues, miniaturised cream scones, cacao nib nuggets and warm salmon tartlets are just a few of the teatime temptations. Written by the Former Personal Chef to TRH the Prince and Princess of Wales.

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