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"Gorgeous and Gruesome Cakes for Children" features 30 fun and original birthday cake designs suitable for both boys and girls alike. With designs by the UK's bestselling sugarcraft modelling author, all the cakes are tasty, easy to create and will be the star of the show at any child's birthday party. The book begins with a comprehensive section on getting started with cake decorating, including useful advice on the basic tools and equipment needed. There are also delicious cake recipes, providing the all-essential base to the added decorations. With such a compelling mix of pretty and horrible designs, whether they're into monsters or princesses there's something for all children here. Girls will love the gorgeous Frog Prince and Cinderella's Glass Slipper cake, whilst boys will find the gooey Alien Egg or gruesome Swamp Monster simply irresistible!

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Master sugar artist Alan Dunn presents more than 100 of his most spectacular cake decorating designs—all illustrated in the classic Alan Dunn style. This book offers everything you need to create stunning and impressive cakes for every occasion. Each decoration, from “sweet violet” to “moon and sun bouquet” is illustrated from beginning to end, with handy information on all necessary equipment. Alan Dunn's Ultimate Collection of Cake Decorating covers tropical and exotic cakes, flowers, fruit and nuts, celebration cakes, and arrangements, along with tips on technique and detailed recipes. This book delivers joy to both the baker and the sugar crafter, with amazing creations to impress those lucky enough to be offered the end results.

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An indispensable guide to preparing fish, from sourcing and seasoning to gutting and filleting, with over 50 mouthwatering recipes. If you have ever found yourself at the fishmongers feeling overwhelmed at the variety of fish available, then this is the book for you. Cooking fish doesn't have to be difficult if you are well prepared and have a few essential techniques mastered. The book begins with a detailed look at types of fish, including white fish and oily fish as well as shellfish. A comprehensive techniques section follows covering essential skills such as gutting, scaling, filleting and marinating. Once the basics have been mastered, choose from 50 delicious yet simple recipes, each with clear instructions. Cookery School: Fish is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their skills in the kitchen and understand more about where the food we eat comes from.

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• Leila Lindholm is a popular European TV chef• New edition of her critically acclaimed baking cookbook• Follow-up to author’s successful book A Piece of Cake • Will appeal to both experienced home bakers and complete beginners• 150 recipes and over 200 beautiful color photographs

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Happy home cooking means keeping it simple. This is cooking that is stress-free and that will wow your friends and family, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your life. Make It Easy Cookbook presents more than 100 delicious recipes that emphasize getting much of the work done ahead of time, so that by the time your guests arrive you can enjoy their company rather than worry about what you should be doing in the kitchen. Ranging from simple starters to weekend lunches to more elaborate meals, all of these stylish dishes are fresh, seasonal and designed to keep ingredients to a minimum. From braised steaks with mustard and capers to sea bass with chorizo and butter beans to sticky rhubarb and ginger cake, this book is packed with foolproof recipes that have been tested and perfected by the author in countless demonstrations at classes, shows and other events.

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Preserving fruits and vegetables is a great way to turn home-grown or local produce into delicious treats that can be enjoyed all year round. There are several different preserving methods and all give delicious results. Jams, jellies, fruit butters and curds, bottled fruits, chutneys, pickles and salted vegetables are all practical and economical ways to preserve seasonal produce. And you don’t need a load of kitchen gadgets and equipment to get started: a heavy-based pan, funnel, sugar thermometer and a selection of glass storage jars are all you need! Ingredients listings, popular fruits and vegetables, sugars and cooking techniques are all explained, along with storage information and helpful hints and tips. This, along with the 60 delicious recipes that follow, make this book your one-stop guide to successful preserving.

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Smoking and curing originated as ways to preserve food before the advent of tin cans, freezers and vacuum packs. Nowadays, these ancient skills are enjoying a comeback as many of us look towards a more self sufficient and rewarding way of preparing, storing and eating our food. In this book, author Joanna Farrow explains how with some basic ingredients and equipment, you can soon be salting, curing, air-drying, and smoking a whole range of seasonal and year-round produce. With clear instructions and advice to help you get started, plus 25 original recipes for meat, game, and shellfish, this book will give you the confidence and know-how to begin your own experiments. What could be more delicious than home-cured bacon, subtle smoked salmon, or air-dried ham? With guides to setting up your own smoker, preparing salt and brine cures, drying, and preserving, Self-Sufficiency Home Smoking and Curing is the perfect introduction to making the most of meat, fish, game and poultry.

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Authentic Regional Cuisine of India is a beautifully written and illustrated cook book, as well as a travelogue and history of the famous Grand Trunk Road since its emergence as India’s first route for traders. The book follows Hardeep Singh Kohli’s travels along this age-old route, starting in Calcutta and linking with Lucknow, Aligargh, and Delhi before curling north into the Punjab. This book takes a fascinating look at the food, culture and traditions that have sprung up along the road, with recipes that reflect the eating traditions of the real India.The recipes are provided by Anirudh Arora, head chef at Moti Mahal in London, who has devoted his career to researching the long-forgotten cuisine of rural India as found along the old Grand Trunk Road. Nostalgic favorites include ‘bhalla papadi chaat', a dish discovered in the streets of North India featuring crisp-fried pastry and chickpeas with a tamarind and mint chutney. From the seductive barbecued flavours of the Punjab to the sublime dals and vegetarian food of Lucknow, this is an eye-opening look at Indian food.

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Whether you are heading out on a camping trip or simply enjoying a backyard bonfire, this book will satisfy your appetite and provide hours of entertainment for the whole family. From breakfast treats, to hot dogs, to smores and more–you'll find recipes the whole family will love.
Great for scouting groups, Easy Campfire Cooking is filled with tips, campfire safety, and techniques on how to build the perfect cooking fire. Best of all, cooking over a fire brings together family and friends to enjoy food and fun in a relaxing atmosphere.

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Creative original recipes and imaginative ideas for grapes, fruit, flowers, and herbs Beginners can use this book to successfully make wine in their own kitchens Demystifies essential winemaking techniques Covers winemaking techniques progressively, from kits and beyond Fun advice on wine tastings and wine parties for “normal people” Lushly illustrated with gorgeous color photography

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