Cook the simple and flavoursome food of the South of France with acclaimed chef Alex Jackson's Provencal. Provencal is the stunning reissue of Alex Jackson's widely acclaimed first book Sardine. This unique collection of recipes encapsulates the beauty and simplicity of Provencal French cooking and shows you how to recreate the flavours of the South of France at home. Provence and Languedoc are France's window onto the Mediterranean Sea and all that lies beyond, and the culinary influences that converge there make for a cuisine that is varied, rich and deep. The recipes are unpretentious and seasonal, highlighting Alex's belief that cooking the food of Provence is about simplicity, good ingredients and generosity of spirit. Lovingly described, the recipes evoke the South of France with their warmth and flavour; from Bouillabaisse and Autumnal Grand Aioli to a Tomato and Tapenade Tart and Nougat Ice Cream with Fennel Biscuits. The book is divided into seasons and each season contains a 'Grande Bouffe' - a set menu for a feast - so you can really impress your guests and celebrate many wonderful ingredients in one evening's cooking. Provencal promises to reignite a love affair with French provincial cooking, celebrating its multitude of influences, its focus on seasonal eating and, ultimately, an attitude to food which centres around sharing and enjoyment.

As tradition goes, Sunday afternoons in the South often drift into Sunday suppers, a cherished meal that is lovingly cooked and shared. In her newest book, author and Southern Living contributor Cynthia Graubart sets out to revitalise the iconic Southern Sunday meal, using inspiration from Sunday suppers of the past and present. The book unfolds in five chapters, tailored to the needs of typical Sundays - a small family gathering; a feast for a crowd; a summer afternoon BBQ and a hearty breakfast-for-supper repast. Over 50 easy-to-make main dishes are perfectly paired with sides, drinks and desserts, all spun with classic Southern flair. Treat a small crowd to classics like One-Pot Shrimp and Grits paired with Heirloom Tomato Salad and Swoon Pies for dessert, or have a Cajun-inspired supper with Mini Muffulettas, crisp Apple Coleslaw and spicy Cajun Lemonade. With easy menu-planning ideas, cooking tricks, tips for stocking the pantry and around-the-table inspiration for everything from decorating the table to dining etiquette, readers get all the tools they need to throw a proper Sunday supper - or a lazy one. After all, spending time at the table with family and friends is what Sunday suppers are all about.