Following on in the same vain as The Joy of Sheds, The Joy of Pubs is an intoxicating publication detailing everything and anything you want to know about pubs. It celebrates the many facets of the traditional British pub over the years, with chapters on: Pub Characters, Pub Games, Pub Fiddles (how the licensee has shafted his customers over the years), Pub Teams and Pub History from Geoffrey Chaucer to Jeffrey Bernard. It features the great pubs of literature - Robert Louis Stevenson's Admiral Benbow, Daphne du Maurier's Jamaica Inn and Charles Dickens' The Grapes; the great pubs of film - The Crown Inn at Amersham (Four Weddings and a Funeral), the Crown Inn at Wells (Hot Fuzz); the great pubs of TV - apart from the Rover's Return, Queen Vic and Woolpack. It features tales of barring, of dodgy deals of riotous lock-ins and of strange hauntings. The perfect present for anyone who loves their pub or just the idea that they have a pub. Word count: 30,000

Memphis is equal parts music and food--the products of a community marked with grit and resiliency. The city's blues and soul music have lifted spirits, while barbecue has been a serious business ever since pork first entered the culinary landscape of Memphis with Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, who brought the New World its first herd of pigs. Succulent pulled pork and ribs have become part of the fabric of life in the River City, and today they are cooked up in kitchens ranging from the internationally acclaimed, like Corky's, to the humblest of roadside dives. Told through the history of its barbecue is the story of the city of Memphis, from legendary joints like Leonard's Barbecue, where Elvis Presley hosted private parties, to lesser-known places like William's Bar-B-Q in the West Memphis, Arkansas neighborhood where wild, late-night blues juke joints served as a red-light district across the river from Beale Street in the 1950s and '60s. Sink your teeth into this rich history chock-full of interviews and insights from the city's finest pitmasters and 'cue gurus who continue the long tradition of creating art with meat and flame.

A unique guide to Britain's classic pub walks. In this boxed collection of 35 walking cards you'll find a happy mix of routes around Britain's loveliest towns and countryside bringing together two supremely British past-times - pubs and walks! Each route has been carefully researched to unite a truly great walk and a truly great pub, and on these handy, pull-out cards, the pub walk has never been easier. Each card provides useful information on the pub, its ales, wines and food, interesting history of the building or landlord and essential details for the day. * Inspirational walks on handy, pocket size cards * Year-round walks specially designed for all seasons * Box includes transparent sleeve so if it rains you can pop the walking card into the sleeve to protect it from the elements * Points of interest are included with each walking route so you know what to look out for along the way * A selection of easy half-day walks as well as some more challenging one and two-day routes Pocket a card, leave the box on your bookshelf and enjoy a truly great walk with a truly great pub.

Teatime showcases a much-loved British tradition in the year of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and the 2012 London Olympic Games The book features traditional world famous London venues such as The Ritz and The Savoy as well as those that offer a more modern take on afternoon tea, including the Primrose Bakery and Yauatcha Includes over 30 delicious recipes from a selection of London's best afternoon teas Illustrated by world-renowned food photographer Jean Cazals, TeaTime takes you on a sumptuous journey round fifty of London's unique and brilliant tea-hotspots, capturing the ambience of world famous venues such as The Ritz and The Savoy. Specifically the venues which offer a modern twist on traditional afternoon tea such as the Primrose Bakery and The Berkeley, or the more down-to-earth like La Fromagerie and Daylesford Organic, and the indulgent Melt and Cocomaya. Although the British only invented the custom about 160 years ago, it has become part of their cultural DNA and a habit that they have exported around the World. TeaTime includes more than 30 mouth-watering recipes from a selection of London's best afternoon teas made by the chefs from grand and boutique hotels, and chic bars and cafes."

Welcome to the Western Cape. To visit our inspiring province is to love our province. Cape Town is a bustling melting pot of cultures, tastes and experiences for young and old. You will find state-of-the-art shopping malls, open-air markets, delis and more. A world of natural beauty lies beyond the boundaries of the city in the greater Western Cape regions: the Cape West Coast, the Cape Karoo, Garden Route and Klein Karoo, Cape Winelands and the Cape Overberg. Each region is worth exploring and has its own unique charm. You will uncover and discover diverse culinary delights, award-winning wine estates, nature in full bloom, wide-open spaces and deserts, azure water and white sandy beaches, and worldclass experiences that will make your journey truly unforgettable. The people of the Western Cape – the locals make our destination beautiful and they are ready and waiting to share their stories with you. Coverage: Cape Karoo; Cape; Events calendar per region; Food and drink per region; Adventures and outdoors per region; Activities and places of interest by region; Detailed road maps through out, with GPS; Full indexed road atlas of the whole of the Western Cape. Produced in association with WESGRO.

Curl up with the perfect cosy, comforting Christmas romance.When Beth Brown loses her job and her boyfriend in the space of twenty-four hours, she thinks life can't get any worse. That's until she finds herself in the depths of the English countryside working for chef, Rocco di Castri. Not only does she have to deal with his legendary moods, but she's also expected to get his chaotic schedule and workload in check, all while she's nursing a broken heart. It's not long before Rocco's idyllic home starts to work its magic and soon she sees a softer side to her boss too. And as the festive season approaches, Beth dares to look forward to everything the perfect country Christmas has to offer - and perhaps some romance of her own. Until news of an unexpected proposal threatens to put pay to all Beth's plans. Will Beth get her happily-ever-after? Maybe, this Christmas... A festive gem from Jill Steeples, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. Please note this title was previously published as Christmas at Whitefriars. What readers say about Jill Steeples: 'I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the very first page to the very last. A really great winter read, warm and cosy throughout. A very easy to rate 5 stars.' 'A brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love laughter tears and smiles.' 'A feel-good story full of laughs, romance and caring with a few surprises along the way. This book is just what you need when the sun is shining on a chilly spring day.' 'Jill Steeples writing has a nice fast pace and a great easy flow. I love the feelgood factor of her stories. They always manage to put a big smile on my face.'