Whatever the occasion, food – in the making and the eating – should always be pleasurable. Simply Nigella taps into the rhythms of our cooking lives, with recipes that are uncomplicated, relaxed and yet always satisfying.

From quick and calm suppers (Miso Salmon, Cauliflower & Cashew Nut Curry) to stress-free ideas when catering for a crowd (Chicken Traybake with Bitter Orange & Fennel), or the instant joy of bowlfood for cosy nights on the sofa (Thai Noodles with Cinnamon and Prawns), here is food guaranteed to make everyone feel good. Whether you need to create some breathing space at the end of a long week (Asian-Flavoured Short Ribs), indulge in a sweet treat (Lemon Pavlova, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Pots) or wake up to a strength-giving breakfast (Toasty Olive Oil Granola), Nigella’s new cookbook is filled with recipes destined to become firm favourites.

Simply Nigella is the perfect antidote to our busy lives: a calm and glad celebration of food to soothe and uplift.

In Timeless South African, renowned cook and food writer Ilse van der Merwe has compiled a list of the top 101 iconic South African dishes – meals not only seen as ‘heritage food’, but dishes that are still relevant, recognisable, loved and prepared in many South African communities today. Well-researched and based on formal and informal discussions with chefs, members of the public and food lovers of different backgrounds, this book celebrates the country’s diverse cultures and culinary traditions, highlighting the history of each recipe as well as the modern ways in which they have been reinvented. The dishes in this book – whether humble or celebratory – are paired with classically styled and vibrant photos. Do you know your vetkoek from your amagwinya? Or your koeksisters from your koesisters? And do you know the interesting histories of bobotie, the gatsby, hertzoggies and Durban naan? The more we share our food and our stories, the more we’ll be able to celebrate what unites us: being South African.

Jan Braai Junior In The Kitchen is a cookbook for the next generation. Written in Jan Braai’s signature style, the easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipes can be enjoyed by the whole family. Aimed at youngsters to help them successfully make great food and build trust in their abilities in the kitchen, it will be the start a lifelong journey of pulling off many special meals with ease and confidence.

This user-friendly book covers fundamental cooking knowledge every person should have, using basic equipment and budget-conscious ingredients. With Jan Braai’s tips and advice, Jan Braai Junior In The Kitchen will set the next generation on their way to cooking like a champion for the rest of their life!

Vir hom begin alles met ’n besluit: Om mense te nooi vir ete. En dan kom die groot beplanning: die datum, die gaste, die tema en dekor en laaste – maar seker die belangrikste – die spyskaart.

In Herman se tafel bied Herman Lensing tien unieke spyskaarte, elkeen geskoei op ’n tema waarby al die gange – voorgereg, hoofgereg, nagereg en meer – pas. Die keurige geregte in hierdie boek is saamgestel met kundigheid en styl, maar is deurgaans gebruikersvriendelik en aanloklik. Daar is ou Suid-Afrikaanse bekendes, maar ook Italiaanse pastas en ’n Franse nagereg of twee; disse waarin vars kruie die kollig steel, kuierkos vir lank eet, afshow-geregte om jou gaste te beïndruk en ja, selfs happies vir honde. En dan wys hy jou ook hoe om jou tafel te dek: óf met uitspattighede, óf met dit wat jy reeds in jou huis het. Vir Herman is die etenstafel die kern van die huis en van saamwees – van bande versterk en van vriendskappe smee – en ’n simbool van alles wat mooi en goed is. Met hierdie boek nooi Herman jou uit om fees te vier, om moeite te doen, om die lewe te vier en om groot – dog moeiteloos – te kook.

Nigella Lawson is a champion of the home cook and her new book celebrates the food she loves to cook for friends and family. The recipes are warming, comforting, and inspirational, from new riffs on classic dishes - including Chicken Fricassee and Sticky Toffee Pudding - to adventures in a host of new dishes and ingredients, from Aubergine Fattet to White Miso Hummus.

At My Table includes dishes to inspire all cooks and eaters, from Hake with Bacon, Peas and Cider to Indian-Spiced Chicken and Potato Traybake and Chilli Mint Lamb Cutlets; plus a host of colourful vegetable dishes, like Eastern Mediterranean Chopped Salad and Carrots and Fennel with Harissa. No Nigella cookbook would be complete without sweet treats, and At My Table is no exception, with Emergency Brownies, White Chocolate Cheesecake and a Victoria Sponge with Cardamom, Marmalade and Creme Fraiche set to become family favourites.

As Nigella writes, 'happiness is best shared' and the food in this book will be served and savoured at your own kitchen table just as it is at hers.

For Lila Lerie, food is an endless avenue for creativity and freedom. Good food shouldn’t be limited by your budget, time, creativity or skill, and spending time in the kitchen shouldn’t be a chore but rather a playful, therapeutic and rewarding experience.

That’s where The Big Tasty Bite comes in, a deliciously playful compilation of recipes Lila loves to make. The dishes in this book are first and foremost tasty, curated to cover every tastebud out there. They are also easy to follow without being too prescriptive, giving you room to experiment with different ingredients and cooking methods.

In The Big Tasty Bite, Lila shows you how to repurpose last night’s leftovers to make a delicious breakfast bake, introduces you to the lazy chef ’s cheeseburger and her signature lasagna, shares her secret to perfectly crispy fried chicken and surprises with paptert like you’ve never seen it before. From a two-ingredient dough to a two-in-one milk tart Swiss roll, you’re guaranteed to find something to tickle your tastebuds.

Whether you’re already a Tastebud or you’re new to Lila’s community of followers, whether you’re an amateur or an avid home cook, this book will encourage you to take risks, enjoy the process and find fulfilment in sharing your culinary creations, one big, tasty bite at a time.

Part celebration, part secret-weapon manual, Dressed & Seasoned is the debut cookbook from Colette Maclennan – chef-owner of The General Store, a small but mighty café at the bottom of Bree Street in Cape Town that’s been feeding locals since 2015.

With recipes built on simplicity and flavour, this is unfussy food done well. From learning the secrets to making the juiciest grilled chicken to The General Store’s iconic chocolate brownies, this book promises café favourites and midweek winners alike. Delivered with the signature General Store flair: veg-forward, herb-heavy, seasonally inspired and deceptively simple but impressive.

Home cooks will learn the art of cooking the humble chicken breast to perfection (with half a dozen different flavours), how to make a salad you can’t wait to eat, and how to use an arsenal of sauces and dressings to turn everyday ingredients into crave-worthy meals. Whether you’re cooking for one, feeding your family or hosting friends, Dressed & Seasoned gives you the blueprint for good food – no overthinking required.

• Over 60 easy recipes, from weekday staples to crowd-pleasers
• Café-style food with bold, bright, veg-forward flavour
• The ultimate guide to sauces, dressings and finishing flourishes
• Baked goods, sweet treats and the famous TGS chocolate brownies
• All the pantry favourites, from granola and rusks to preserved lemons and dukkah
• Tips and formulas for salad-building, baking and meat-cooking basics
• Everyday food that’s easy to cook, beautiful to serve, and delicious to eat

Joe Wicks is back with another instalment of 100 brand-new delicious recipes and speedy, effective workouts. The Fat-Loss Plan shows how to adopt a lean lifestyle in a way that suits you.

Inside the book is a combination of reduced carb, post workout and snacks and sweet treat recipes – all incredibly tasty and easy to make in 15 minutes flat. Thanks to sample weekly plans and ingredients lists, Joe makes it simple for you to prep like a boss and eat well every day of the week.

Joe has more than 4 million followers on social media where fans share their personal journeys towards a leaner, fitter lifestyle. The Lean in 15 titles won platinum and gold awards at the Specsavers Nielsen book awards. Joe’s first book Lean in 15: The Shift Plan has become the bestselling diet book of all time and all his books have been non-fiction number one bestsellers.

Start your journey to better health and fitness now with The Body Coach.

Simple Suppers is your new best friend in the kitchen for fuss-free, wholesome meals the whole family will love. Packed with easy-to-follow recipes, this book offers seasonal dishes that require minimal planning, prep, and ingredients – but deliver big on taste and nutrition. From speedy weeknight dinners to one-pot wonders and make-ahead gems, these recipes will transform pantry staples into hero meals, making cooking a breeze. Whether you’re feeding picky eaters, batch cooking for the week, or simply craving the comforting smells of a slow-cooked dinner, this cookbook has you covered with all the delicious, stress-free meals you need to feed your family, all year round.

Your Health Starts in Your Gut is a revolutionary guide that delves into the transformative power of gut-healthy living and eating, using a comprehensive, holistic approach. As gut health is widely considered to be the cornerstone of overall health, the book explores the scientific links between gut health and various diseases, including digestive problems, autoimmune diseases, and even mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. This essential read demystifies what gut health is and how to achieve it, emphasising that true wellness extends beyond diet alone – learn how sleep, stress management, and purposeful movement are integral to nurturing your gut and overall health.

Featuring a practical 10-day meal plan, Your Health Starts in Your Gut provides a clear roadmap to kickstart your journey toward optimal gut health. The book is enriched with delicious, easy-tofollow recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and drinks, spotlighting the nutritional richness of indigenous African ingredients. The recipes are crafted to diversify your diet and your palate, encouraging you to embrace a variety of plants through an innovative ‘plant points’ system that simplifies the process of incorporating more fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes into your meals, in a way that is both enjoyable and sustainable. And, for your convenience, each recipe is accompanied by the dish’s nutritional values, ensuring you get all the essential macronutrients needed for better gut health.

Whether you’re a seasoned health enthusiast or just beginning your wellness journey, Your Health Starts in Your Gut will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create wholesome, gut-friendly dishes that will leave you feeling revitalised and balanced. Embrace the wisdom of holistic health and discover how a happy gut can lead to a happier, healthier life.

Ready to become a kitchen hero?

Social media sensation Fehmz explodes onto the cookbook scene with recipes as bold and unapologetic as she is. Whether you’re a kitchen newbie or a seasoned home chef, her flop-proof instructions guarantee results. Her infectious energy jumps off every page, turning everyday cooking into an adventure.

Her debut cookbook Damn Good Food brings the playful, flavour-packed meals she is famous for from screen to page in a collection of over 80 recipes. Bring Fehmz’s magic - loved by hundreds of thousands of followers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Facebook - to your kitchen.

Damn Good Food offers not only her family’s tried-and-tested classics - think mutton akhni, mince curry and coconut pudding – but also fun twists such as chilli bite waffles, karak ice cream, and kataifi millefeuille, and even gloriously quick meals like sticky jam chops, lemon chicken and peri-peri prawns. In this cookbook, you’ll find enticing recipes that draw you into the kitchen, easy swaps, a great conversion guide, and a whole chapter dedicated to flavour-boosting essentials like her universal magic masala, red dynamite sauce, and an easy (and addictive!) fruit sprinkle.

This is more than a collection of recipes - it’s an invitation to have fun in the kitchen and fall in love with cooking.

Inside these colourful pages you’ll find:

• FLAVOUR BOMBS that transform ordinary meals into extraordinary ones
• FAMILY TREASURES Authentic heritage recipes celebrating Fehmz’s rich cultural roots
• EASY PEASY Quick weeknight wins that taste like you slaved for hours
• FAKEAWAYS Restaurant-style dishes that’ll have you deleting your delivery apps!
• JUST BLEND IT Effortless recipes where your blender does all the work
• RAMADAN SPECIALTIES Nourishing dishes perfect for breaking fast and feeding loved ones
• SWEET CRAVINGS Show-stopping desserts that’ll have them begging for seconds
• CRUNCHY SURPRISES Innovative recipes that add excitement to every bite.

No fuss. No pretence. Just DAMN GOOD FOOD.

In Upwards, Karen Dudley invites us on a culinary journey that transcends the ordinary, encouraging us to look up to what is true and essential – living simply and well.

In this follow-up to Onwards, Karen, with her signature warmth and insight, shares how the act of cooking can – and should be – a letting go of life’s daily preoccupations, a way to connect with ourselves and others, by paying attention to the pleasure and enjoyment of cooking something beautiful, delicious and even surprising.

Sharing recipes from a vibrant palette of flavours, Upwards lifts Karen’s loyal community towards the next level – to learn new skills, to look up to quality over quantity and to pay attention to the splendour that can come from the meditative act of cooking. Upwards is thus a call to be inspired, to create and to connect, all the time looking up, up, up, as we invite into our kitchens new dishes, new flavours and new possibilities.

Renowned chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen regularly leads selected groups of guests on a JAN Voyage – culinary journeys to France and Italy.

This cookbook, JAN Voyage, takes readers and home cooks on memorable taste explorations, transporting them to places they’ve never been to – which lie off the map in secret locations and ancient medieval villages – and sometimes back to ones they hold dear. The book is a compass, pointing towards the richness of encounters, both great and small, that define what it means to voyage.

Each recipe unlocks the essence of a place that has captured Jan Hendrik’s heart and the people met on the journey.

Load-shedding sucks! You know it. We know it. The whole country knows it. It’s also no secret that it’s here to stay for the foreseeable future. Is it annoying, frustrating and downright infuriating? Yes, no question about it.

However, every blackout is a fire begging to be built, a juicy chop ready to be turned and a family braai just waiting to happen. With a little planning, some clever thinking and 40 great recipes – quick and easy, plan ahead and weekend winners – load-shedding can go from the worst part of your day to the best.

Follow more recipes to become the king of condiments and the sultan of sauces, then power up your pantry with a store-bought collection of spices, smears, sauces and jazzer-uppers.

Put your money where your braaibroodjie goes and join the Beer Country duo as they dive into their best braai recipes for the Eishkom disaster. Welcome to the braaight side of load-shedding life!

Jamie's new cookbook brings together 100 ultimate comfort food recipes. It's all about the dishes that are close to your heart, that put a smile on your face and make you feel happy, loved, safe and secure. Inspired by everything from childhood memories to the changing of the seasons, and taking into account the guilty pleasures and sweet indulgences that everyone enjoys, it's brimming with exciting recipes you'll fall in love with.

Jamie's Comfort Food is all about the food you really want to eat, made exactly how you like it. With this in mind, the book features ultimate versions of all-time favourites, and also introduces cherished dishes from countries around the world, providing a delicious recipe for every occasion. This isn't everyday cooking - this is about weekends, holidays, celebrations and occasions. Whether you're home alone, or sharing the love with a big group of family or friends, there really is something for everyone. Celebrating the beauty of good food is at the heart of this book, and it's jam-packed with incredible photography.

Written in Jamie's usual down-to-earth and easy-to-understand style, the methods are precise and have been tested to the hilt, so are guaranteed to work, but this time Jamie has turned the edit filter off, and shares extra hints, tips and ideas throughout to ensure you achieve the best possible results. This is about making food the very best it can be, and embracing the rituals of cooking. Recipes include everything from mighty moussaka, delicate gyoza with crispy wings, steaming ramen and katsu curry to super eggs Benedict, scrumptious sticky toffee pudding and tutti frutti pear tarte tatin.

Treat yourself, and your loved ones, with Jamie's Comfort Food.

Jan Braai Junior In die kombuis is ’n boek vir die volgende geslag. Dis geskryf in Jan Braai se kenmerkende styl en die hele gesin kan die maklik volgbare, stapvir-stap-resepte geniet. Gemik op jong kinders om hulle te help om heerlike kos suksesvol te maak en vertroue in hul vaardighede in die kombuis te ontwikkel, pak jy ’n lewenslange reis aan waar jy spesiale etes met gemak en selfvertroue sal kan maak.

Hierdie gebruikersvriendelike boek bevat die grondbeginsels van kookkuns wat elke persoon behoort te ken, en gebruik basiese toerusting en sakpas bestanddele.

Met Jan Braai se wenke en raad sal Jan Braai Junior In die kombuis jou gereedmaak om vir die res van jou lewe soos ’n kampioen te kook!

Now more than ever, we need an understanding of how foods can and should feed MIND, BODY and SOUL.

For as long as she can remember, Nicci Robertson has been on a mission to figure out whydiets don’t work. Her journey has led her to the simple truth that making food from scratchinstead of relying on processed foods is the keystone to becoming healthy and living longer. Inthis book, she looks at how food speaks to mind, body and soul. When you understand thissynergy, you can change your health trajectory forever, and even steer future generations awayfrom obesity and disease – not by dieting or following some rigid theory of meal timing ordeprivation but by embracing the pleasure of making, sharing and savouring real food.

Mind, Body & Soul Food debunks the many myths surrounding diets, detoxes and diettrends and what food influencers believe we should be consuming, so that you can begin to tellfact from fiction and even construct a solution for yourself that changes as you do.

In addition, this book features over 80 mouthwatering recipes that are nutritionally balancedand packed with flavour, specifically tailored to feed your mind, body and soul.

Jan Braai Junior  is a book for the next generation of braaiers in South Africa. Filled with a collection of Jan Braai’s very best braai recipes, simplified with easy-to-follow, step-bystep guidance, Jan Braai Junior can be enjoyed by kids and the whole family.
 
Jan Braai is the most interviewed person in the world on the topic of braai, and therefore a good judge of what people want to know about braaing. As a television presenter and head of the National Braai Day initiative, he has travelled extensively in southern Africa and the world, braaied often and with diverse people, in various beautiful places, using different techniques.
 
This user-friendly book covers all the fundamental braai knowledge every South African should have, using basic equipment and budget-conscious ingredients. And, with Jan Braai’s tips and advice, Jan Braai Junior will set you on your way to braaing like a champion for the rest of your life!

Super Natural pivots around an abundance of vegetables and natural, whole foods, celebrating seasonal produce, good fats and whole grains, pulses and legumes, and foods that are almost entirely free of refined carbohydrates and sugars.

Best of all, the recipes are accessible, easy, budget friendly, beautiful and delicious. And for Sarah Graham's loyal army of fans, Super Natural is a guide to living well and eating mindfully - a continuum of her highly popular cookbook Wholesome, which is
heading towards its fifth printing.

Besides the health benefits of eating more vegetables and, ultimately, fewer animal products, Sarah also has a more altruistic motive, that of caring for our planet and being more aware of where our food comes from and how our eating impacts our world.

‘Eat cake, because it’s somebody’s birthday somewhere!’

The kitchen is truly the heart of the home for popular content creator Angie Batis Durrant and her musician husband Shane, frontman for Desmond and the Tutus.

You’re invited to join the Durrant family, whose playful weeknight dinners and mouthwatering treats are sure to bring laughter and joy to your own kitchen. Angie, a mother of two, brings her warm, witty approach to cooking, a nod to her Greek heritage, and her love of baking into every dish.

Many of the recipes are perfect for involving the kids, making it easy for the whole family to roll up their sleeves and make a mess, all while creating delicious memories. Plus, Angie shares her top-secret Wolves' red velvet cake recipe!

The Lucky Kitchen is full of real food, with fun, easy recipes made to be enjoyed by real families.

As experienced, self-taught recipe developer Karl Tessendorf asks, what kind of name is The Good Stuff for a cookbook? He explains that it’s not just a name but a celebration of the magic of comfort food. From perfect pastas, pies and Sunday roasts, through blissful bakes, and all the way to scrummy salads and sides, you will find more than 80 recipes that will leave your mouth watering as you recall your own happy comfort food memories. But being the food wizard he is, Karl adds more taste and panache to those comfort classics than you thought possible. He encourages you to try your hand at your own improvisation. Most importantly, he wants you to share these meals at a table with your nearest and dearest, accompanied by a few drinks and great conversation — because that’s The Good Stuff. It’s about human connection, great food and the memories they create. So here’s to The Good Stuff!

Author Chantal Lascaris asks the question: who doesn’t love junk food? Whether we are upfront about it or it’s an occasional guilty pleasure, let’s be honest, we all do. Those cravings will hit us and there’s nothing quite like the thrill and comfort of yielding to the temptation. But what if we didn’t have to feel quite so guilty?

Chantal proves that it’s possible by making use of clever, healthier ingredient substitutes and smarter cooking techniques that will fool those tastebuds. So say yes to burgers, chicken wings, calamari, tacos, pastas, pizzas and doughnuts. Open a copy of All Sorts of Junk Food Made Healthy and find out how.

Once I hand them off to you, these recipes are no longer mine. They’re yours, to do with as you please. And maybe, in the act of receiving, a little thread of connection will be woven between me and each of you.

How can a recipe express the joy of sharing a meal in person? This is the feeling that Samin Nosrat sets out to capture in Good Things, offering more than 125 recipes for the things she most loves to cook.

You’ll find go-to recipes for ricotta custard pancakes, chicken braised with apricots and harissa, a crunchy Calabrian chili crisp, super-chewy sky-high focaccia and a decades-in-the-making, childhood-evoking yellow cake. Samin also shares tips and techniques, from how to buy olive oil (check the harvest date) to when to splurge on the best ingredients (salad dressing) to the one acceptable substitute for Parmigiano Reggiano (Grana Padano, if you must).

Good Things captures, with Samin’s trademark blend of warmth and precision, the essence of what makes cooking such an important source of comfort and delight, and invites you to join her at the table.

Cape Mediterranean food/cooking is a South African style of cooking and entertaining influenced by one of the oldest and arguably also the healthiest cuisines in the world. It has developed naturally from within the Western Cape due to its Mediterranean climate and the abundance of classic Mediterranean-style local produce.

This book features more than 75 delectable recipes, from breads, dips and tapas, to lavish salads, succulent roasts, freshly made pastas and heavenly desserts. The recipes bring seasonal produce to the fore and the balance of dishes and ease of preparation will have you inviting friends and family over in no time to share in this veritable bounty.

“The Yumcious catering offerings are real crowd-pleasers. Whether you are planning an informal supper for a family get-together or a special occasion for friends, you can be assured of happy faces and plenty of compliments when you serve any of these dishes.

I have had the pleasure of cooking for several high-profile people – Prince Charles, Presidents Thabo Mbeki and FW de Klerk, Vice President Al Gore, Kenneth Kaunda, King Goodwill Zwelithini, Charlize Theron, Graham Norton, and the Duke and Duchess of Kent, to name but a few – and I treated them all the same as I would the man on the corner. I have approached every catering job as if I was cooking for my own family; I have never cut corners or used substandard ingredients, and I only prepare food that I like to eat myself. I cater weddings, funerals, birthdays, product launches, you name it. I love designing the menu around my client’s needs, imaging what they would like to serve their guests.

But more than anything, I simply love feeding people so catering will always hold a special place in my heart.” - Jenny Morris