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The Clever Guts Diet AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND EDITIONTHE NO. 1 BESTSELLER“I haven’t felt this good in years.” Sophie, 29, former sufferer of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)Your gut is astonishingly clever. It contains millions of neurons – as many as you would find in the brain of a cat – and is home to the microbiome, an army of microbes that influences your mood, weight and immune system.In this groundbreaking book, Dr Mosley takes us on a revelatory journey through the gut, showing how junk food and overuse of antibiotics have wiped out many “good” gut bacteria, leading to a modern plague of allergies, food intolerances and obesity.Setting the record straight on everything from prebiotics to probiotics, fermented foods to fasting, Dr Mosley provides scientifically proven ways to control your appetite and boost your mood.The Clever Guts Diet is packed with delicious, healing recipes, menu plans, checklists and tips – all the tools you need to transform your gut and change the way you eat forever."I am one of the few people to have swallowed a camera and seen their own guts in action – a truly remarkable experience. In this book I’ll show you how your gut makes you who you are, and what you can do about it." Dr Michael MosleyPraise for The Clever Guts Diet'Written by the world’s top “gut health guru”, Mosely’s new book is a balanced and evidence-based account of how it all works. Now the lay person can implement a diet plan and understand why it’s going to work.' Nobel Prize winner, Professor Barry Marshall, Marshall Centre for Infectious Diseases Research and Training'The life-changing new plan that’ll make you healthier, happier and slimmer.' Daily Mail'This book contains a very clear summary of the latest research and hopefully will go far to teach the public about our science (for which I am very grateful!).' Dr Nicholas Chia, Microbiome Program, Mayo Institute'A fascinating journey exploring the gut and its tiny inhabitants. As Michael Mosley points out, we are only just beginning to get to grips with this mysterious world. Do try his pumpkin porridge or purple sauerkraut and examine your gut feelings.' Dr Roy Taylor, Professor of Medicine and Metabolism, Newcastle University (UK)'Clever Guts is very well researched and well written. I'm a dermatologist with a particular interest in eczema and acne, and this emerging area of research is making us all reconsider how important gut health is and what we can do to optimise it.' Dr Clare Tait, Consultant Dermatologist at the Royal Perth Hospital and Fellow, Royal College of Physicians'Dr Mosley, one of the world's leading writers covering nutrition and health, does it again with a very informative and entertaining book. Follow his advice for better gut health.' Dr Valter Longo, Director of the University of Southern California Longevity Institute'A must read for all parents who want to understand the importance of good gut health in their children. This humorous, easy to read book has the potential to change a lot of lives.' Professor Desiree Silva, Consultant Paediatrician, University of Western Australia

The Cocktail Cabinet: Vodka Whether you're in the mood for a classic martini or Moscow mule, aperitifs lay the foundation for countless timeless cocktails. Without them, we wouldn't be sipping on classics like the bloody Mary or cosmopolitan.  The Cocktail Deck: Aperitif brings together 50 essential recipes to suit any occasion, from the herbal complexity of a Vesper to the kick of an espresso Martini.  With mid-century-inspired illustrations and easy-to-follow recipes, this deck is the ideal pick for budding mixologists and bartending experts.

The Complete Illustrated Guide To Chinese Cooking Chinese is one of the world’s most beloved cuisines, but cooking Chinese food at home can still feel daunting to many. The Complete Illustrated Guide to Chinese Cooking breaks down 100 classic recipes, demystifying ingredients and techniques and inspiring home cooks of all levels. Every single recipe has an illustrated ingredient breakdown, step-by-step photography, and a photo of the finished dish. Broken down into three parts: Essentials, Recipes, and an Illustrated Glossary, The Complete Illustrated Guide to Chinese Cooking teaches basic techniques for everything from making dumplings from scratch, from dough to pleating, plus four different noodle styles including knife-cut and hand-pulled noodles, to how to cook a perfect pot of rice or break down different cuts of meat. In the Recipes section, learn how to make favorite dishes like Mapo Tofu, Hot and Sour Soup, Sticky Rice, and Popcorn Chicken, as well as desserts like egg tarts and mooncakes. Throughout the book, learn the basic sauces, spices, and condiments that make Chinese cooking so delicious, plus how to shop for these essential ingredients confidently.Copious photography and annotated illustrations help readers understand unique methods, and clear instruction makes the recipes achievable. This is a comprehensive book for all lovers of Chinese cuisine.

The Complete Illustrated Guide To Japanese Cooking A careful and systematic reference that breaks down the various techniques and cornerstone recipes in Japanese cuisine and employs a mix of illustrations and photographs. Interest in Japan and Japanese cooking is at an all-time high, but cooking the food at home can still feel daunting to many. With step-by-step illustrations, this cute and functional The Complete Illustrated Guide to Japanese Cooking gives the best possible overview of the cuisine.

THE CONDIMENT BOOK: A BRILLIANTLY FLAVOURFUL GUIDE TO FOOD'S UNSUNG HEROES The definitive condiment compendium by expert and TikTok sensation Claire Dinhut aka Condiment Claire 'In Condiment Claire I trust!' - Yotam Ottolenghi 'A bright and punchy powerhouse of a book, one that promises to be a proper friend in the kitchen' - Nigella Lawson 'A love letter to the most underrated ingredients in your kitchen fresh, fun and genuinely useful. (Though don't make me choose between mustard and butter.)' - Felicity Cloake 'An utterly indispensable guide to flavour and eating well' - Nicola Lamb Are you Team Ketchup or Team Mustard? What are your Top 3 condiments? And is butter really a condiment? Let Claire guide you through the condiment world of flavour starting with the Classics that we all know and love - Ketchup, Mayonnaise, Mustard and Butter right through to Hot Sauces, Ferments and Pickles (think Miso and Kimchi), Dressings & Oils, Fruit in Jars and Dips. With illustrations and charts throughout, The Condiment Book covers everything from failsafe recipes for much-loved condiments, hundreds of variations and flavour pairings, condiments from across the globe, fascinating historical facts (did you know that Aztecs used chillis as a weapon?) - it is the definitive guide to this class of food that isn't strictly necessary yet to most of us is indispensable.

The Dinner Party is the ultimate guide to sophisticated home entertaining from fine dining chef Martin Benn, featuring nine expert menus for memorable feasts from relaxed gatherings to glamorous celebrations. Martin Benn (Sepia, Society) is one of Australia’s most accomplished chefs, but his passion is hosting impressive meals at home with his wife and creative collaborator Vicki Wild. In this beautifully photographed and designed cookbook, Benn applies a lifetime of culinary knowledge and technique to the Saturday night soiree, offering over 70 recipes for showstopping starters, memorable main courses, stunning sides and dazzling desserts. Discover how elements can be prepared in advance – from sauces to stocks, cocktails, wine matches and music playlists – to make hosting a breeze, with detailed menus such as Family Knows Best, The Italians Are Coming and Fancy Schmancy. Dress up, casual: anything goes! The Dinner Party: A Chef's Guide To Home Entertaining will help you create a night to remember.

<p>The Golden Wok is the cookbook that shows you that a wok isn't just a cooking utensil, it's the pride of any Asian kitchen and the most versatile pan in the home!</p><p> Covering everything from the basics of how to master wok hei to which wok best suits your culinary needs and featuring over 80 deliciously approachable recipes that celebrate Diana Chan's Chinese-Malayasian heritage alongside other firm favourites, The Golden Wok is an essential guide that shows you that a wok is the pride of any Asian kitchen and the most versatile pan there is. </p><p> Whether you're craving the crunch of prawn fritters, the delicious depths of flavour that come from a slow-simmered curry or the comfort of delicate dumplings, The Golden Wok has you covered. So, dive in and discover why the wok is a cherished heirloom, a symbol of tradition, and the gateway to a whole world of extraordinary cooking. </p>

Combining the popularity of Mediterranean food with the allure of the Greek islands.

The Japanese Art Of Pickling & Fermenting  In the Japanese Art of Pickling and Fermenting, preserving expert Yoko Nakazawa shares her lifelong passion of pickling and fermenting ingredients using age-old techniques that have been passed down the generations.  Yoko grew up in rural Japan and helped her parents preserve the glut of their vegetable patch every season using ancient Japanese fermenting techniques. Upon moving to Australia, Yoko started to grow and preserve her own vegetables and began sharing her knowledge and recipes for pickling and fermenting all kinds of produce.  In this book Yoko explains the difference between pickles and ferments, and guides us through the preserving process, from salt ratios and chopping techniques to fermenting times and storage. Along the way, Yoko shares personal stories from her childhood and experiences growing and fermenting vegetables in Australia, making this book not only a practical guide filled valuable knowledge, but also a book filled with love.