Book Reviews

Part essential cookbook collection material, part key card to an authentic culinary expedition of Istanbul, traveller, food writer and editor, Pomme Larmoyer delivers an inspiring golden volume bursting with life and light.

Three words that epitomise Matt Goulding’s submergence in Spain and all that’s associated with it, Grape Olive Pig. Succeeding Goulding’s well received travels through Japan - Rice Noodle Fish, is a thick bound food novel with pictures that’s perfectly placed for the Spain bound food enthusiast. The story driven nature of the book has wine and ragu spilling in equal measures from the page.

Full of history and bursting with character, Portugal’s capital Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in Europe, where pale cobbled pavements have been worn smooth by centuries of foot traffic and the food is as diverse as the surroundings.

Darren has always had a soft spot for the humble toast, knowing he must not be the only one, he felt compelled to create a gourmet cookbook purely devoted to just that. Darren shares that pastry and chocolate are his profession, but toasties have been his hobby and obsession since he was a child.

The home of Australia’s first drag shows and the birth of the Carlotta legend, now boasts a diverse and wide range of bars, restaurants and cafes, all with their own story to tell.

“Ever the social butterfly, the Bloody Mary bridges the gap among us all. Where’s yours?” – Brian Bartels.

If you love Mexican food and want to make it yourself at home, you can't go wrong with Paul Wilson's Taqueria in hand.

More than just a cookbook, Lister and Pohl take readers on a culinary voyage through the unique and vibrant country that is Vietnam.

Many men are shedding more than the stigma of being new aged and watching what they eat, opting instead to lose the beer gut and create a healthier version of themselves. We have found the perfect gift idea for Dads who are in this exact position; we introduce to you 28 by Sam Wood.

"Cooking outdoors is just more fun than cooking indoors. Food prepared outdoors seems to taste better. Everyone seems to be in a better mood and there always seems to be a party atmosphere.” ~ Robert Louis Murphy.