This book features over 160 fabulous vegetarian recipes from around the world, all shown in more than 190 fantastic colour photographs. It features all types of meals, including delectable soups; eggs, cheese and pancakes; pulses, grains and cereals; pasta and noodles; vegetables, bakes and gratins; pies, pizzas and breads. It tells how to use the full array of fresh vegetarian ingredients - from Cracked Wheat Salad with Oranges and Almonds or to Pear and Parmesan Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing or Potato Gnocchi with Hazelnut Sauce. The book offers quick cooking tips and techniques, advice on buying the best seasonal produce, plus lots of tasty ideas for simple starters and side dishes to make the perfect three-course vegetarian meal. Recipes are presented for every occasion in this exciting new book - from every day family meals and quick suppers to festivals and celebrations, buffets and gatherings, and impressive dinner parties. Every recipe is illustrated with a fabulous photograph of the finished dish so you can see from the start exactly what you are setting out to achieve; and throughout cook's tips and hints provide guidance on specific techniques, or offer serving suggestions and variations. Whether you are cooking for the whole family or want to prepare a simple snack, whether you are a committed vegetarian or simply wish to ring the changes with a freshly prepared meat-free dish, this is an recipe sourcebook for every occasion.