"An ambitious new book from Phaidon chronicles three periods of Australian cuisine, from the ancient past to the Anglo era after colonization to the multicultural present" - New York Times A celebration of Australian cuisine like never before - 350 recipes showcasing the rich diversity of its landscapes and its peopleAustralia is a true melting pot of cultures and this is reflected in its cooking. As an island of indigenous peoples alongside a global panoply of immigrants with different culinary influences and traditions, its foodways are ripe for exploration. As well as the regional flora and fauna that make up bush tucker, there are dishes from all over the world that have been adopted and adapted to become Australia's own - making this recipe collection relevant to home cooks everywhere. The home cooking recipes range from iconic - chicken parmigiana, meat pies, Anzac biscuits and Lamingtons - to lesser known dishes such as Queensland blue pumpkin soup, Stir fried native greens, and Cumquat marmalade, together with a 'guest chef' collection of recipes by a selection of Australia's finest kitchen talents.

Fire up the firepit and let's get barbecuing. As an experienced chef and food writer - and a dab hand with the barbie tongs - Ross Dobson knows a thing or two about cooking with fire. In this book his recipes are especially tailored to creating great meals on a firepit with a simple grill or hotplate. Ross shares tips on the best wood to use, foolproof instructions to tame the flame and make the heat last, advice on how to prepare food for the grill, marinades for tenderising and adding flavour, plus ideas for delicious butters, salsas, dips and breads. Over 90 recipes, for chicken, fish, pork, beef, lamb, vegetarian meals and vegetables, are simple to prepare, fun to cook and perfect for your firepit barbecue... Whether it's fragrant chicken parcels for a healthy midweek family dinner, whole trout with lemon and dill for Sunday lunch, or spicy beef kebabs for a cruisy Friday night feast with friends. That's cooking with fire!

A hearty appetite will only settle for hearty food. Tuck In is a cookbook for every occasion. With recipes for simple weekday fare, special meals for friends and family, dishes to roll out at weekend barbecues and mouth-watering desserts - Ross Dobson has all the bases covered. From revamped old favourites to international taste sensations, these are easy, delicious, flavoursome recipes that you'll be sure to return to again and again. Tuck in!

Master the art of cooking Chinese food at home with these simple, flavour-packed dishes by bestselling author Ross Dobson. Chinese Food Made Easy takes favourite recipes from each of China's diverse culinary regions and simplifies them so you can recreate them with ease at home. Including expert guidance on finding and selecting the key ingredients to stock your pantry, plus step-by-step guides to essential techniques such as blanching greens and making dumplings, this book will have you turning out favourite dishes like spicy Shanghai noodles, fragrant beef hotpot and Hainan chicken rice in no time. Also included is a detailed meal planner with suggestions on how to put together a truly fabulous Chinese feast.

An exciting and mouthwatering vegetarian recipe collection for anyone who is interested in cooking and eating good, healthy and natural food. These delicious, no-fuss recipes from top Sydney cook Ross Dobson prove that vegetarian food doesn't have to be labour-intensive or dull. Cooking with fresh, organic produce is healthy and simple. The book includes ideas for creating tasty Sharing Platters, including Courgette and Mint Fritters with Spicy Tomato Jam and Baked Mushrooms with Manchego Bechamel. Midweek Meals has great ideas for healthy food in a hurry, such as the no fuss Asparagus, Sweetcorn and Goat's Cheese Frittata. Soups and Stews make perfect one-pot meals for summer or winter, such as a Summer Sweetcorn Soup or Smoky Hotpot of Great Northern Beans. Saturday Night Suppers features recipes for when you have more time to spend in the kitchen. Treat your friends to Parpardelle Pasta with Portobello Mushrooms, Chestnuts and Chives or Home-made Cheese with Roasted Beetroot, Fennel and Pine Nuts. Ideas for Baking include savoury pies, gratins and bakes. Try Swiss Chard, Feta and Egg Pie - ideal for entertaining or the family. Finally, scrumptious Sweet Things to try include Nectarine and Pistachio Summer Crumble or the super indulgent Chocolate and Raspberry Mousse Cake.