"So, Chef Ike, when are you going to write a cookbook?"

This is a question that Chef Ike, a popular culinary educator in North Carolina, has heard countless times over four decades in the kitchen and the classroom. Realizing that there's truly no time like the present, Chef Ike puts nearly forty years of experience and love into the creation of this gift to his students and fans. In his opinion, travel is the best teacher-and he has gathered his favorite international discoveries for you.

Chef Ike has done the math for you, too. These easy-to-follow recipes also include precalculated ingredient lists, allowing you to easily scale the recipe to accurately create delicious food for a few friends, a small group, or a large crowd.

Whether you enjoy cooking for your family and friends, creating memorable dinner parties, or dreaming of one day running your own catering company, Chef Ike can help. This collection showcases his favorite international, regional, and local dishes, providing detailed instructions on how to make them in your own kitchen. Plus, it's also perfect for the young-or young-at-heart-who want to try their hand at cooking.

This early work will delight cooks and food historians alike. A little book of Indian recipes that was intended to introduce some Indian dishes to the Western palate. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Originally published in 1918. Preface: We have analyzed the processes; discovered micro-organisms that hinder or help; perfected devices and machines; devised tests of many kinds; studied the chemistry; developed markets for standardized commodities. Here is one of the old established farm industries that witin a generation has passed from the housewife and the home made-made hand press to highly perfected factory processes employing skilled service and handling milk by the many tons from whole communities of cows. This is an example of the great changes in agricultural practice. This book is intended as a guide in the interpretation of the process of making and handling a series of important varieties of cheese. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Looking for the ultimate guide to sandwiches? Look no further! From buns, wraps and kebabs to hotdogs, burgers and bao, Max’s World of Sandwiches celebrates sandwiches in all their forms.

Max’s World of Sandwiches is broken into two sections: sandwiches and components. The sandwich recipes marry the elements in the components section, putting every tip and trick available into world-class sandwiches. The components section will include the key tenets of any sandwich – think bread, sauces, fillings, condiments and adornments of all kinds.

Sandwich recipes range from incredibly easy, such as A Prawn Cocktail Sandwich and A Hot Cross Bun Sandwich with Salted Caramel Ice Cream, to more time-consuming, such as A Porchetta Sandwich and A Tuna Katsu Sando.

Max’s World of Sandwiches enables home cooks to learn all the tips and tricks of sandwiches, and ultimately to create the sandwiches of their dreams.

Alison Roman is known as much for her keeper recipes as her wry Instagram voice and effortless style. Her debut cookbook, Dining In, features 125 recipes for simple, of-the-moment dishes that are full of quickie techniques (think slathering roast chicken in anchovy butter, roasting citrus to bring out new flavours, and keeping boiled potatoes in your fridge for instant crispy smashed potatoes).

The book's Salted butter chocolate chunk shortbread is Instagram-famous, but in fact all the recipes in this cookbook are just as much a source of inspiration. Roman's recipes set today's trends and will show up as tomorrow's classics: vegetable-forward with quality ingredients, punctuated by standout flavours like hot honey browned butter, preserved lemon, za'atar, and garlicky walnuts. Her ingenuity will seduce seasoned cooks, while her warm, edgy writing makes these recipes practical enough for the novice.

Cooking through Dining In is be like having Alison right there with you in the kitchen: brash, funny, and full of opinions.

This is a delicious read for any vegetarian or health food enthusiast and includes much information that is still useful and practical today. Contents Include: Introductory; Stocks and Soups; Entrees; Releves; Vegetable Chaufroix and Salads; Nuts and Nut Dishes; Eggs; Eggs - Omelets, Pancakes, and Fritters; Cheese; Macaroni, Rice, Gnocchi, etc.; Sauces and Garnishes. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Is that a flamingo munching on a banana? What about that hippo flipping pancakes? And why is that llama dressed as a lemon? There's even a shark slurping a fruit smoothie. All the animals are eating their favourite foods in their own hilarious way. So whatever you're eating today ... tell us how it should be done?

We Eat Bananas invites children to choose their favourite foods and how they like to eat them across 12 spreads, packed with animals eating bananas, soup, sandwiches, sausages, ice cream, vegetables, spaghetti and more. With interactive speech bubbles and hilarious shout outs. Gobble up this book!

For any parent who has ever struggled to get their kids to eat up, this hilarious book is for YOU! No more fussy eating.

This is a delicious read for any cookery enthusiast or historian. Recipes are extensively illustrated with text and full page photographs. Contents Include: Season's Sensations - Desserts, Festive Favourites - Cakes and Tortes, Tasty Trimmings - Frostings, Christmas Creations - Cookies, Yuletide Yummies - Candies Nuts and Fruits, Wassail Wonders - Punches and Beverages and Goody Greetings - Gifts from Your Kitchen. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Everyone is passionately opinionated about their soups. We can argue through the night about blended soups, cold soups, greens in our soups, clear soups and, ultimately, why our favourite soup is the very best. The soups we make say we miss our moms, we want to travel, that the seasons are changing or that we are truly, deeply hungover. Soups define the stock from which we come and connect us all. In Blasta Books #5: Soup, authors and Spice Bags podcast co-hosts Blanca Valencia, Dee Laffan and Mei Chin take you on a journey around the globe from the comfort of the communities within Ireland. The soups they have collected reflect individual cultures, memories and tastes, but they are also a reflection of Irish food today and the people behind it.

This cookery instruction handbook is in its complete and unabridged original form, extensively illustrated and full of instruction that is as useful and practical today as it was when originally published. Full of traditional recipes this book belongs on the shelf of all those interested in historical cooking. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This new release of a techniques-based series packed with attractive, easy recipes for the home cook features colourful, contemporary covers. Step-by-step photography and detailed information on cooking techniques, utensils and ingredients make this series a kitchen library must-have. This title offers easy-to-achieve recipes for the busy home cook. It provides techniques such as stir-frying, steaming and grilling clearly explained in words and pictures. It includes information on key ingredients and how to use them.

How clever would it be to grow all the ingredients for an entire tasty dish in one garden pot? Well now you can, with The One-Pot Gourmet Gardener, which takes 25 contemporary and classic recipes and shows how to grow their ingredients in one chic container. Grow each recipe in one pot and serve them in another! The container recipes are arranged by eating event from picnics to snacks to main courses and puddings, with drinks and dressings to accompany. Enjoy refreshing chilled Gazpacho, followed by tasty Courgette and Fennel Tart with healthy Micro-Veg Salad, topped off with delicious Summer Pudding, and washed down with Pimms Jelly. The one-pot recipes are for beginners and more experienced gardeners and cooks, and include a full step by step masterclass to sowing, growing and harvesting. Jason Ingram won Photographer of the Year at the Garden Media Guild Awards, 2014

A compendium and celebration of eggs.

Over 100 recipes and ideas that make eggs the star of the show. Whether you’re partial to fried, poached, boiled, baked, scrambled or set, in this definitive book you’ll find all the inspiration you need for breakfast, brunch and beyond. From everyday classics to reinventions of old favourites with surprising twists, Good Eggs is a collection of delicious and dependable dishes that will take your eggs to the next level.

From simple eggs with a twist, such as Fried Eggs with a Crisp Cheese Skirt, Savoury Eggy Bread, and Kimchi and Blue Cheese Omelettes, to essential global classics such as Huevos Rancheros, Eggs Bhurji and Menemen, as well as eggs that cater for large groups, this fun and inventive cookbook is for egg-lovers everywhere.

Answer all your fudge-making questions in one handy book, with The Little Book of Questions on Fudge. This book will guide you through the fudge-making process, including a brief history of the sweet treats, what equipment you'll need and essential confectionery techniques. It also contains a wide variety of recipes to try, from traditional old-time recipes to creative modern twists. For fudge-making novices, and even those with a little experience, The Little Book of Questions on Fudge is simply a kitchen essential. The Little Book of Questions Series offers a collection of fun and unique practical guides on a wide range of subjects. These essential books contain a wealth of information and handy tips in an easy to digest Question and Answer format.

Anyone who has walked through the doors of The Cinnamon Club Restaurant housed in London's Old Westminster Library building could not help but be impressed by what Iqbal Wahhab and Vivek Singh have created within. In conjunction with two-star Michelin chef Eric Chavot they have created an award-winning cuisine that has revolutionised the traditional view of Indian restaurant food. "The Cinnamon Club Cookbook "recreates the dishes that have brought the restaurant so much praise since first opening in 2001. All the Cinnamon Club favourites are here as well as recipes for breakfasts and the legendary Cinnamon Club cocktails. This is an Indian cookery book like no other before and seems certain to set the standard for some long time to come.

This book features delicious Spanish vegetarian, Mediterranean diet, and tapas recipes from an authentic Spanish chef who uses only the best natural ingredients including his favorite superfood quinoa. This Spanish cookbook offers you a complete range of Spanish and Mediterranean food ideas, and reveals secret recipes for many of Spain's most popular vegetarian dishes. All recipes are tested and prepared by chef Jorge Christian who knows from experience on how to cater to American taste. Here you have a guideline with quick and easy to do vegetarian, full meal and tapas recipes from Spain; the recipes are a complete presentation to the wonderful world of Mediterranean diet for you and your family. In this diet cooking book, you will learn that Spanish, Portuguese and most Mediterranean diet dishes consist of fresh, whole foods, and moderate amounts of dairy foods and healthy fats.

CONTENTS - FOREWORD I BASIC FOOD INGREDIENTS - II MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS - III CONFECTIONARY, COCOA, COFFEE AND TEA - IV DESSERT POWDERS AND PUDDINGS - V SAUCES, DRESSINGS AND PICKLES - VI FISH, FRIED FOODS, HEALTH FOOD, NUTS, BREAD, SOY PRODUCTS, BAKIKG POWDER - VII PIE FILLINGS AND PIES - VlII COOKIES, DOUGHNUTS AND CAKES - IX FLAVORS, SYRUPS AND BEVERAGES - X FRUITS AND VEGETABLES - XI CANNED GOODS - XII JELLIES AND PRESERVES - XIII PLANT SANITATION AND SANITARY FOOD CONTROL - XIV COMPOSITION OF FOODS AND PREVENTION OF CAKING - XV PRESERVATION OF FOODS BY DEHYDRATION AND FREEZING - WEIGHTS AND MEASURES - CHEMICAL GLOSSARY - ABBREVIATIONS - BIBLIOGRAPHY - INDEX - FOREWORD - This book is written for everybody interested in the preparation of food from the manufacturing plant executive, the food chemist, and the food salesman, right down to the housewife. The author's knowledge of the subject is based on scientific training and many years of practical, first-hand experience in the manufacture of foods. In addition to compiling the results of his own experience, he has included methods developed and used by other specialists in the field. Whether the food manufacturer has an old, well-established business or is just starting up a small plant, it is hoped that this book will be an essential part of his equipment. To the established manufacturer, it presents the latest developments and the newest scientific methods in the field of food production. To the beginner, it offers the fundamentals on materials and methods, without which he cannot hope to be successfuL Although the production of good, nutritious food is still an art, as it has always been, in this age of rapid scientific development and ever-increasing knowledge, it is fast becoming an exact science. The food manufacturer must plan wisely and prepare his products scientifically and with understanding. This book presents the manufacture of food as a series of operations governed by well-defined physical, chemical, and bacteriological principles which must be understood and carefully followed for good results. Here are scientific, factory-tested formulas for making hundreds of commercial food products in the canning, flavoring, beverage, confectionery, bakery, condiment, dairy, meat, fish, and allied industries. The sections on plant sanitation and food handling present the latest scientific methods of hygienic control in the food industry. The most modern developments in the fields of dehydration and freezing of fruits and vegetables are completely discussed in a comprehensive chapter on the subject.