Bookstores with comfy chairs and coffee shops are my favorites. No, I do not drink coffee, but that does not mean that I do not love the smell. I do enjoy a cup of Chai or vanilla Rooibos though.
When a there is a magazine stand that you can browse through, while sitting in the comfy chair with a steaming hot, cup of Chai tea it will feel like you are at home.
There are bookstores like that? Yes, I have been there. A few times.
If you can sit in a comfy chair, with a steaming hot cup of Chai tea – in a bookstore – why do you even bother going to the bookstore? Stay at home. It is different, but if I had to stay at home, I would like to have these books, please.
Wishlist alert.
Earth to Table by Jeff Crump & Bettina Schormann
Do not worry, the chicken is only used for eggs.
“… not only does it educate readers regarding the concept of Slow Food and the importance of supporting local farmers, it gives them a wealth of recipes to make the most of their bounty. Not only does it educate readers regarding the concept of Slow Food and the importance of supporting local farmers, it gives them a wealth of recipes to make the most of their bounty. Recipes are grouped by season, highlighting ingredients at their peak in concoctions. Peppered with tips on planning an herb garden, composting and getting the most out of a visit to the local farmers market, this is a true stand-out among a growing crowd of books for novice locavores.”
Spilling The Beans by Julie Van Rosendaal & Sue Duncan
Right, now I feel bad about posting the picture of the chicken. If it makes you feel bad too, then I will suggest beans.
“Spilling the Beans covers it all, from how to cook up beans and grains, to how to add healthy fibre to your favourite desserts. An entire section on baking delicious desserts with beans amps up cakes, bars, and cookies with flavour and fibre. With so many delicious desserts with beans as the hidden ingredient, this book is sure to be the talk of many a dinner party. And it’s a surefire way to get more healthful foods into children’s diets, as well.”
Beans and dessert. I might have to be convinced, but that is another good reason to buy this book.
Gordon Ramsay’s Family Fare by, you have guessed it, Gordon Ramsay.
You have heard all about him, you have watched his shows and maybe even ate at one of his restaurants. I have not been to his restaurants, but have watched his shows and at times I have been left feeling very hungry and always wondering what the food tastes like.
“Drawing on different traditions he features home cooked dishes that range from traditional roasts to lighter summer fare, from easy 30-minute meals to Italian, Indian, and Moroccan-influenced family feasts. As always, Ramsay is there to help the home cook at every stage, buying the right ingredients, preparation and serving, and helping coordinate the cooking of several dishes to arrive on the table simultaneously.”
With this book you will definitely get to know Mr Ramsay’s taste buds. Scallops anyone?
Flavour Thesaurus by Niki Segnit
A what?
“Ever wondered why one flavour works with another? Or lacked inspiration for what to do with a bundle of beetroot? The Flavour Thesaurus is the first book to examine what goes with what, pair by pair. Beautifully packaged, The Flavour Thesaurus is not only a highly useful, and covetable, reference book that will immeasurably improve your cooking – it’s the sort of book that might keep you up at night reading.”
Beautiful indeed. Look.
Paper + Craft by Minhee Cho & Truman Cho
“Minhee and Truman Cho founders of popular stationery company PAPER + CUP offer 25 unique paper projects: vintage-inspired frames, hanging bird mobiles, pretty flower hair clips, personalized place cards, and many more. With simple instructions, lovely color photographs, and downloadable templates, Paper + Craft makes it a cinch to turn a blank sheet into a pretty paper treat.”
Yesss, creative therapy. Also, there is a dog on the cover.
