Vietnamese cuisine is like no other in the world. Vietnam's turbulent history has resulted in an incredible fusion of influences from China, India. France and America. leadingto a cuisine that is at once familiar and unexpected, and always fresh and exciting. With their wonderful combination of flavours, textures, ingredients and aromas, the 38 recipes in this book offer something for every palate and every occasion, from Chinese-influenced spring rolls and noodle soups to excitingly exotic versions of French classics such as crepes. You will also find recipes for condiments and sweets. Vietnamese is part of a series of books designed to let you discover the wonderfully diverse cuisines of the world. Each title features classic and contemporary recipes that can be made with ingredients that are readily available, offering you the chance to bring to your table tastes and culinary traditions enjoyed around the globe.

Banish those lacklustre feelings and kick-start your energy levels with a delicious bowl of salad! Readily available seasonal produce means year-round goodness is always on the menu and fresh salads are no longer a summer-only option. We all know we should be eating healthier foods and the fabulous photography inside this book will inspire you to create vibrant and original salads for the whole family to enjoy.

If you are on the lookout for meals that are easy to prepare and don't involve using every pot and pan in your kitchen, then look no further! One-pot cooking is the perfect solution for busy people who like to eat we but don't want to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen. With a huge variety of dishes to choose from--from hearty soups and comforting casseroles to exotic stir-fries and creamy risottos--one-pot cooking is guaranteed to add variety and interest to your daily menu.

Over 60 deicious recipes including healthy hot broths, hearty noodles dishes,cool salads, and spicy stir-fries; Essential information on cooking and preparing different types of noodles to ensure perfect results every time; Comprehensive illustrated glossary explains traditional Asian ingredients; Recipes drawn from a diverse range of cooking traditions.

Welcome to the world of Confident Cooking,created for you inour test kitchen,where all the recipes are double-tested by ourteam of home economists to achieve a high standard of success-anddelicious results every time.We invite you to share in the delightsof this special collection of exciting recipes.

Whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out, Cakes and Bakes is the idea guide to home baking, There's almost always a moment in the busy day when a 'little something' fills the bill a slice of sponge cake with a cup of tea for a tired mum, flapjacks and glasses of milk for the children when they return from school, gloriously indulgent chocolate cake for a elebratory meal. crisp cookies with a pick-me-up coffee. It has never been easier to rustle up a batch of muffins, a clutch of cookies, a luscious chocolate cake or cute melt-in-vour-mouth morsels for a child's birthday. All the recipes are beautifully illustrated with easy to follow step-by-step instructions. You dont need loads of special equipment or the advanced skills of a professional chef to serve tempting treats every time - with Cakes and Bakes satisfaction is virtually guaranteed.

This title includes fresh and bold flavours from Spain. Withover 120 recipes, "Spanish Bible" provides an easy-to-followintroduction to the classic flavours that are an intrinsic part ofSpain's cuisine - from garlic-rich, tasty tapas to seafood spicedwith golden saffron, hearty bean stews, slow meat braises and ofcourse, creamy desserts and irresistible sweets. The Spanish lovetheir food and they love sharing it so the recipes are designedwith variety and flexibility in mind be it snack-sized tapas orlarger dishes such as paella, perfect for special occasions. Packedwith colourful photographs and simple instructions, "The SpanishBible" reflects Spain's diverse landscape and rich culturalheritage and guarantees success every time - this is satisfying,bold food with an authentic twist.

French home cooking is like no other home cooking.Tremendouslyvaried, depending on which part ofFrance it came from, it can behearty and robust orsubtle and delicate. But French cooking isalways abeautiful blend.of flavours and textures. This step-by-step guide to Frenchcookingincludes vegetable dishes that can be eaten bythemselves, asa light meal; meat poultry and fishdishes such as you'd find onfamily dinner tables inFrance; and some famous easy-to-makedesserts.

One of the delights of Italian food is its diversity. Each region has its own favourite ingredients and cooking techniques, and each has its own unique character, but one thing is common to all - the freshness and quality of the food.

Smoothies and juices have it all--they taste delicious, are bursting with goodness, and take no time at all to make--perfect for when you need a quick and healthy snack. As they taste so delicious and are often colorful and attractive, they are an easy way of encouraging your family to consume more of what is good for them. The added bonus is that you control their content, and as they rarely require extra sweetening you can ensure they are packed with nothing but flavorsome and wholesome health-boosting ingredients. 112 tempting and delicious recipes Brief introduction to each chapter, full of useful ideas and tips A clear and easy-to-follow ingredients list and method for each recipe to ensure a perfect result Inspiring photography of each recipe to set your taste buds tingling

If you are looking for a new and versatile way to cook your food,then steaming is the ideal method. It's a healthy and simple way to cook an enormous range of ingredients and perfect for those of us looking for ways to improve our diet. Steaming retains all of the nutritional qualities of the ingredients, as well as preserving the firm textures and bright colours normally lost through other methods of cooking. Since the food cooks in the vapours of the steaming liquid, no additional fat is required and this makes steaming one of the healthiest cooking methods available. So, if you are looking for delicious meals that taste the way nature intended- Steam it~

- A superb collection of 60 recipes using a delicious, natural and versatile ingredient.- Dishes to tempt in five chapters: Soups, Appetizers and Salads; Poultry and Game Dishes; Beef, Pork and Lamb; Fish and Shellfish; and Vegetarian Dishes.- Easy-to-follow instructions for each recipe, with over 375 photographs.- Everything you need to know about the culinary properties of the most popular varieties.

Make your party an event to remember by using the fantastic tips and recipes in this book. With minimum fuss, a buffet can be an excellent way to celebrate a special occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary, and it is a fantastic way to entertain a group of friends informally.

Feeding your kids the right stuff frOm an early age iS vital for their physical and mental development，and if they pick up the right eating habits when they are younq．they will continue to eat healthily throuqhout their lives． This book is full of great ideas to help you give your children a balanced diet，including the basics of nutrition for kids，and a range of tasty，varied，and fun—to—eat recipes to keep them happy，and keep．1em healthy．

Nearly a quarter-century after her death, Agatha Christie remains the most popular mystery writer of all time. Now, in a celebrated publishing event, fans and newcomers alike are treated to another Christie novel. Created in 1930 as a stage play and faithfully adapted by Charles Osborne, Black Coffee brings back beloved detective Hercule Poirot to exercise his "little grey cells" one more deliciously deductive time... An urgent call from physicist Sir Claud Amory sends famed detective Hercule Poirot rushing from London to a sprawling country estate. Sir Claud fears a member of his own household wants to steal a secret formula destined for the Ministry of Defense. But Poirot arrives too late. The formula is missing. Worse, Sir Claud has been poisoned by his after-dinner coffee. Poirot soon identifies a potent brew of despair, treachery, and deception amid the mansion's occupants. Now he must find the formula and the killer...while letting no poison slip 'twix his low lips.

Kids love birthday parties and an extravagant birthday cake with lots of candles to blow out is all part of the fun! This book will provide you with plenty of inspiration to turn each celebration into an unforgettable day. with 20 whimsical and charming cake-decorating ideas for girls and boys of all ages, Kids" Birthday cakes is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide to making your child's next birthday party go with a swing.

With its fantastic array of recipes,Ethnic Cuisine will broaden your culinary horizons and bring mouthwatering flavors and aromas from around the world to your kitchen. The tempting dishes in this collection range from the Eastern delights of Mongolian Fire Pot and Indian Khandvi through to traditional European fare such as Sicilian Tuna and Greek Lamb Kabobs, not to mention some great specialties from both North and South America.

Indian cuisine has never been more popular in the West than it is today. While in the past our experiences of food from India may have been limited to a visit to our local Indian restaurant, many home cooks are now discovering how simple it can be to prepare delicious and authentic-tasting Indian dishes in their own kitchens. Full of flavor and variety, Indian cuisine is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to extend their culinary repertoire and create deliciously different meals using both familiar and more exotic ingredients. 111 tempting and delicious recipes Brief introduction to each chapter, full of useful ideas and tips A clear and easy-to-follow ingredients list and method for each recipe to ensure a perfect result Inspiring photography of each recipe to set your taste buds tingling