Being shown the private convenience of the Queen of England in The House of Commons was not the career highlight that Viv had expected. A dazzling profession as a Prima Ballerina had been her plan but having two legs of the same length and width would appear to be a pretty strong prerequisite for a successful livelihood in that arena, not to mention a couple of ballet lessons at least. What did happen along the way were a random selection of activities which were not anticipated either: Inter-store “It’s a Knockout” on Cable TV Jumping the queue at the Austria/Slovakian Border Control Attempted mugging in Bratislava A West Highland White disgrace on National TV Acquiring a temporary Iranian Bodyguard Drinking schnapps in an isolated house in Eskilstuna LIFE IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU ARE MAKING PLANS

“Food, for me, is a constant pleasure: I like to think greedily about it, reflect deeply on it, learn from it; it provides comfort, inspiration, meaning, and beauty…More than just a mantra, ‘cook, eat, repeat’ is the story of my life.” Cook, Eat, Repeat is a delicious and delightful combination of recipes intertwined with narrative essays about food, all written in Nigella Lawson’s engaging and insightful prose. Whether asking “what is a recipe?” or declaring death to the “guilty pleasure,” Nigella brings her wisdom about food and life to the fore while sharing new recipes that readers will want to return to again and again. Within these chapters are more than a hundred new recipes for all seasons and tastes from Burnt Onion and Eggplant Dip to Chicken with Garlic Cream Sauce; from Beef Cheeks with Port and Chestnuts to Ginger and Beetroot Yogurt Sauce. Those with a sweet tooth will delight in desserts including Rhubarb and Custard Trifle; Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake; and Cherry and Almond Crumble. “The recipes I write come from my life, my home,” says Nigella, and in Cook, Eat, Repeat she reveals the rhythms and rituals of her kitchen through recipes that make the most of her favorite ingredients, with inspiration for family dinners, vegan feasts, and solo suppers, as well as new ideas for cooking during the holidays.

The Domestic Goddess is back -- and this time it's instant. Nigella and her style of cooking have earned a special place in our lives, symbolizing all that is best, most pleasurable, most hands-on, and least fussy about good food. But that doesn't mean she wants us to spend hours in the kitchen, slaving over a hot stove. Featuring fabulous fast foods, ingenious shortcuts, terrific time-saving ideas, effortless entertaining tips, and simple, scrumptious meals, Nigella Express is her solution to eating well when time is short. Here are mouthwatering meals, quick to prepare and easy to follow, that you can conjure up after a day in the office or on a busy weekend for family or unexpected guests. This is food you can make as you hit the kitchen running, with vital advice on how to keep your pantry stocked and your freezer and fridge stacked. When time is precious, you can't spend hours shopping, so you need to make life easier by being prepared. Not that these recipes are basic -- though they are always simple -- but it's important to make every ingredient earn its place, minimizing effort by maximizing taste. Here too is great food that can be prepared quickly but cooked slowly in the oven, leaving you time to have a bath, a drink, talk to friends, or help the children with their homework--minimum stress for maximum enjoyment . . . Nigella Express features a new generation of fast food--never basic, never dull, always doable, quick, and delicious. Featuring recipes seen on Food Network's Nigella Express series.

The acclaimed New York Times–bestselling chef, author, and TV star returns with an even bigger book that is all about quality home cooking. Matty returns with 135 of his absolute favorite recipes to cook at home for his family and friends, so you can cook them for the people you love. Home Style Cookery is his definitive guide to mastering your kitchen, covering everything from pantry staples (breads, stocks, and pickles) to party favorites (dips, fried foods, and grilled meats), to weeknight go-tos (stews, pastas, salads), and special occasion show-stoppers (roasts, smoked meats, and desserts). It starts with basics like Molasses Bread in an Apple Juice Can, Beef and Bone Marrow Stock, Kitchen Sink Salad, Thanksgiving Stuffing Butternut Squash, and the tallest Seven-Layer Dip you have ever seen. Next it covers comforting recipes like Littleneck Clam Orecchiette, Pho Ga, Sichuan Newfoundland Cod, Double Beef Patty Melt with Gruyere and Molasses Bread, and Matty’s take on the ultimate Submarine sandwich. And it closes with bangers like Fish Sticks with Kewpie Tartar Sauce, Salt Crust Leg of Lamb and Yukon Golds with Creamed Spinach, Texas-Style Prime Rib, T-bone Steak and Fine Herb Chimichurri, and Lobster Thermidor with Bearnaise and Salt and Vinegar Chips. It even has desserts like his wife Trish’s Chocolate Chip Cookies and Creme Caramel. In Home Style Cookery, Matty shares his bold style of cooking. Along with beautiful photographs of Matty’s dishes and his farm, this book is filled with signature recipes that are equal parts approachable and tasty. Matty’s first book shared his culinary story, Home Style Cookery will help you build yours.

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Despite our best intentions, there are days when we all feel like abandoning the diet and succumbing to our cravings; but eating the food that you love does not have to mean eating unhealthily. In this book, author of the celebrated healthy eating blog Hungry Healthy Happy, Dannii Martin, shows us that, with a few small changes, we can still enjoy all of our favourite foods, whilst nourishing our bodies with a nutritionally balanced diet. Featuring over 100 recipes, from protein-packed breakfasts to hearty main courses and delicious desserts, there are dishes for every appetite and occasion; including everything from light, summery salads through to takeaway favourites such as burgers, kebabs and curries. The ethos of Dannii’s recipes allows us to rediscover our love for all of our favourite foods, reinvented as more nutritious and wholesome versions of themselves. Transform your relationship with food and eat the Hungry Healthy Happy way today.

Inspired by her beloved blog, dinneralovestory.com, Jenny Rosenstrach’s Dinner: A Love Story is many wonderful things: a memoir, a love story, a practical how-to guide for strengthening family bonds by making the most of dinnertime, and a compendium of magnificent, palate-pleasing recipes. Fans of “Pioneer Woman” Ree Drummond, Jessica Seinfeld, Amanda Hesser, Real Simple, and former readers of Cookie magazine will revel in these delectable dishes, and in the unforgettable story of Jenny’s transformation from enthusiastic kitchen novice to family dinnertime doyenne.

Get cooking simple, comforting food with a twist, with Happy Days with the Naked Chef This cookbook is all about creating simple and homely food, but which is still packed full of flavour and fun. Jamie shows readers that with just a little planning, it is possible to create meals that friends and families will talk about for years to come. As well as loads of delicious recipes, Jamie also gives you some handy tips for getting kids excited about food, and how to have a healthy and balanced diet. Recipes you'll soon be enjoying include: · Good old STEAK and GUINNESS PIE · Layered FOCACCIA with CHEESE and ROCKET · COURGETTE SALAD with MINT, GARLIC, RED CHILLI, LEMON & extra virgin olive oil · PARSNIP & PANCETTA TAGLIATELLE with PARMESAN and BUTTER · Lovely LEMON CURDY PUD Divided into chapters on Herbs, Comfort Grub, Quick Fixes, Kids' Club, More Simple Salads, Dressings, Pasta, Something Fishy Going On, Nice Bit of Meat, And Loads of Veg, The Wonderful World of Bread, Desserts andBevvies, you'll be cooking different and delicious recipes in no time. 'There is only one Jamie Oliver. Great to watch. Great to cook' Delia Smith ____________ Celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Naked Chef Penguin are re-releasing Jamie's first five cookbooks as beautiful Hardback Anniversary Editions - an essential for every kitchen. The Naked Chef The Return of the Naked Chef Happy Days with the Naked Chef Jamie's Kitchen Jamie's Dinners '20 years on . . . Does it stand the test of my kitchen? The answer is a resounding yes. Jamie's genius is in creating maximum flavour from quick, easy-to-follow recipes . . . It hasn't dated at all' Daily Telegraph on The Naked Chef _____________

Over the past five years, Amy Childs has become a household name. From the moment she appeared on ITV2's award-winning reality show The Only Way Is Essex, Amy captured audiences with her glamorous style and her vivacious personality, and for popularising 'vajazzaling'. Since then, she has appeared on Celebrity Big Brother and The Jump, and had her own show on Channel 5 called It's All About Amy. Before TOWIE, though, Amy followed her passion for the beauty and fashion industry by becoming a fully qualified beauty therapist. She now has her own clothing collection and beauty range, and has successfully opened a salon and boutique in Brentwood, Essex. This book will not only tell Amy's incredible story of her rise to fame and what happened behind the tabloid stories, but will also offer a fascinating insight into her flourishing business career.

Freshen up your meals with Jamie's essential collection of healthy and delicious recipes for the whole family Let Jamie teach you how to make healthy eating a part of everyday family life with Super Food Family Classics. With easy-to-follow, tried and tested recipes, Jamie has created a cookbook that will allow you to add more fruit and veg to your family's plates, without sacrificing any flavour - or your time. With these tasty recipes, you can . . . · Sneak in extra veg onto their plate with Squash Mac 'N' Cheese · Enjoy a no-arguments family dinner with Chicken Fajitas, Smoky Dressed Aubergines & Peppers · When you need a no-fuss meal on the table fast try Chicken Goujons or Pasta Pesto · Get ahead with freezer-friendly Jumbo Fish Fingers or Proper Chicken Nuggets · Use ingredients your family already love with Sweet Potato Fish Cakes or Chocolate Porridge With valuable advice on everything from cooking with kids and tackling fussy eaters, to good gut health and how to budget, Jamie's Super Food Family Classics is the kitchen companion every family needs. In Jamie's extensive collection of internationally loved and trusted cookbooks, this is the one about healthy food for all the family 'Brilliant recipes' Mail on Sunday 'Our failsafe foodie of choice' Sunday Times 'Jamie Oliver is great - I'd put him in charge of the country' Guardian