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A most fashionable monarch – an extract from Queen Elizabeth II: A Lifetime Dressing for the World Stage

Exquisite and sumptuous, immaculately tailored, dignified and, above all, practical. The wardrobe of Queen Elizabeth II was as distinctive in style as her position in the world was unique. This remarkable book is a fond reflection of the days when her Majesty led the field in fashion, showcasing some of… Read More

Bonfire Night stick breads from Fifty Things to Do With a Stick

Happy Bonfire night! Why not try your hands at this fun bonfire stick bread from Richard Skrein’s new book Fifty Things to Do With a Stick. Fun, easy and perfect for the whole family. This is my recipe for a delicious bready treat on the… Read More

Scrumptious autumnal recipes from Olivia Cavalli’s Stagioni

Stagioni by Olivia Cavalli is a beautiful cookbook that celebrates seasonal cooking, Italian style.  Stagioni, meaning ‘seasons’ in Italian, takes you on a journey through the culinary year with recipes for every craving and occasion. Chef and food writer Olivia Cavalli brings together traditional recipes and… Read More

Bonfire Night bangers. Try this Toad in the Hole recipe from Joe’s Kitchen

It’s not just fireworks that will go bang this weekend. Pop some bangers in the oven too this Bonfire Night, with this crowd-pleasing Toad in the Hole recipe from Celebrity MasterChef finalist Joe Swash’s new cookbook, Joe’s Kitchen. My dad loved the good old British classics. He didn’t cook… Read More

WIN a Bowlful bundle!

Celebrating the publication of Norman Musa’s new cookbook Bowlful, we’re giving you the chance to win the ultimate Bowlful bundle worth £100!… Read More

An extract from Food Almanac volume II – recipes and stories for a year at the table

NOVEMBER Time to slow down and recalibrate; let the morning mists clear. Root vegetables, long forgotten beneath the ground, take the limelight, as soothing and comforting as they are versatile. Discover the pleasures of unfamiliar fruits – medlars, sloes and the intoxicating scent of bergamots. As November draws to… Read More

‘We live in an age of symbols’: 100 Symbols That Changed the World

Learn about the significance of the symbols that surround our life in a post by Colin Salter, author of 100 Symbols that Changed the World. Writers love symbolism. When our hero rides off into the sunset, he is not only riding in a westerly direction but showing us that the… Read More

Wok-fried Singapore Noodles with Prawns – try this recipe from Bowlful

From crisp and zingy salads, to fresh and comforting rice bowls, and tangles of tasty noodles as well as plant-based bowls and stir fries, Bowlful will satisfy all your cravings, with 90 easy to follow recipes by Norman Musa. Try before you buy with this scrumptious recipe for… Read More

SJ Axelby’s Interior Portraits extract: a glimpse into the home of Sophie Conran

There is a long tradition of painting rooms to provide a record of grand homes, giving an insight into the life and times of previous generations. Today there is a resurgence of interest in our living spaces, but there is no book in the tradition of illustrated room portraiture to… Read More

Welcome to Joe’s Kitchen – get the recipe for Joe Swash’s Quesadillas

As the nights draw in, treat yourself to an ultimate comfort meal. Try this delicious recipe for quesadillas from Celebrity MasterChef finalist Joe Swash’s new cookbook, Joe’s Kitchen, which is packed with recipes that the whole family will love. My kids love a quesadilla, and they make a great… Read More

WIN a menopause book bundle!

Celebrate World Menopause Month with us and our sister imprint HQ this October, as we offer you the chance to get your hands on the ultimate menopause book bundle!… Read More

Carbonara done properly – recipe from Big Has HOME

Grounded and honest (and a little bit sweary), Hasan Semay (a.k.a. Big Has) is a bright and talented North-London based chef and YouTube presenter. Having dropped out of school and tried his hand at odd jobs from plumbing to security, Has was accepted onto the prestigious Jamie Oliver “15” programme… Read More