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Food & Drink Food & Drink series Craft  Gift  History  2 76 114 118 122 124 127

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Index  Sales contacts 

The photographs on the front, back and inside covers and on pages 1, 2, 3, 116 and 117 of this catalogue were taken by Anson Smart for Porteo, by Ben Milgate and Elvis Abrahanowicz (see page 4). Specifications and prices are current at the time of printing and are subject to change.

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Porteo
Ben Milgate and Elvis Abrahanowicz
The kitchens of Argentina are the inspiration for the sensational food at Sydney restaurant Porteo. Voted Best New Restaurant by the Sydney Morning Herald, Time Out Sydney and Gourmet Traveller in 2011, chefs Ben Milgate and Elvis Abrahanowicz continue to wow packed houses with super-slow-cooked meats and seafood, alongside fresh and inventive vegetable dishes. The relaxed but exuberant atmosphere translates perfectly to their new booka collection of more than 60 of their best-known recipes from slow-cooked lamb to suckling pig, mouth-watering crispy-fried brussel sprouts to empanadas and seafood accented by their luscious cocktailsthe beautiful photography will transport you to Buenos Aires by way of Sydney. Beautifully made, this unique book captures the spirit of Argentina and the joy of good food, eaten well.

AUTHORS ELVIS ABRAHANOWICZ AND BEN MILGATE

288 pages hardback 270 x 210 mm (10 x 8 in) 35,000 words 978-1-74336-970-8 25.00 Dec 2013

About the Authors: Ben Milgate and Elvis Abrahanowicz made a splash into Sydneys restaurant scene when they opened Bodega, a Spanish/Argentinian tapas eatery in 2006. In 2010, they launched Porteo, their local take on an Argentinian asador, which has bagged a host of Australian gourmet awards and firmly established the pair as Sydneys hottest restaurateurs.

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Fired Up Vegetarian
Ross Dobson
Who said barbecues were just for meat lovers? Ross Dobson turns traditional barbecue recipes on their heads to create colourful and flavoursome dishes that every vegetable fan and vegetarian will love. Drawing on culinary influences from around the globe, including South-East Asia, India, the Middle East and Europe, Fired Up Vegetarian features 80 easyto-cook recipes, with everything from Silverbeet and fetagzleme to Jalapeo jam. Fired Up Vegetarian is a refreshing and versatile selection for anyone who savours good food.
AUTHOR ROSS DOBSON

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184 pages hardback 230 x 190 mm (9 x 7 in) 25,000 words 978-1-74336-272-3 16.99 May 2014 (Aug 2013 AU)

About the Author: Rosss love affair with all things food began at a young age under the influence of his neighbours from Italy and Hong Kong. To enjoy what they ate, Ross realised he would have to cook it for himself. After studying writing and communications, Ross found himself constantly drawn to food and in the food-mad town of Sydney he had his own successful caf and catering business before venturing into the world of food publishing.

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Eat In: The Best Food is Made at Home

Anna Gare
As a judge on Australian Junior MasterChef and host of Great Australian Bake-Off, Anna Gare knows a thing or two about balancing busy days with eating well. In her new book, Eat In, she brings together her favourite collection of recipes. She gives plenty of hints and tips for shopping, meal planning and store cupboard standbysher mantra is you deserve to eat well and, with just a little thought and preparation, you can. Annas down-to-earth advice on preparing healthy and tasty food will be welcomed by busy and hungry people everywhere.

AUTHOR ANNA GARE

224 pages flexibound 255 x 205 mm (10 x 8 in) 30,000 words 978-1-74266-991-5 16.99 Oct 2013 (Sep 2013 AU)

About the Author: Anna Gare is considered one of Australias most popular female cooks and has spent more than 22 years in the hospitality industry. She started out as a member of the all-girl rock band the Jam Tarts in the 1980s and 1990s while working in various restaurants around Australia. In the late 1990s she set up the highly respected Deluxe Catering in Fremantle, Western Australia. Since 2007 Anna has presented several high-profile TV shows and will be co-presenting The Great Australian Bake-Off in 2013.

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Salt Grill
Luke Mangan
Salt Sydney, Lukes first restaurant, opened in 1999. In ancient Greece, salt was a rare, expensive commodity and it was given to people as a sign of hospitality and friendship. These traits are the core ingredients in Luke Mangans service philosophy and so the success of Salt began. There are now several Salt and Salt Grill restaurants worldwide, from Sydney to Tokyo to Singapore. Capturing Lukes talent with the freshest local ingredients, Salt Grill showcases 140 of his favourite recipes, from Seafood tapas to Baked lemon sole with prawns and chorizo to Toffee souffl with pecan butter ice cream. Salt Grill captures the signature freshness and elegance of Lukes food.

AUTHOR LUKE MANGAN

216 pages hardback 280 x 210 mm (11 x 8 in) 44,000 words 978-1-74336-974-6 20.00 Oct 2013 (Sep 2013 AU)

About the Author: Luke Mangan is one of Australias leading chefs and restaurateurs.His career started in Melbourne under Hermann Schneider, of Two Faces fame. After completing his training, Luke persuaded Michel Roux of the 3 Michelin starred Waterside Inn in London to give him a chance. Today, Luke runs eight successful restaurants, has launched his own range of gourmet products and also makes regular appearances on a number of TV shows, both in Australia and internationally.

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The Starter Kitchen

Callum Hann
Moving out of home? Setting up house with a few mates? Or just looking for inspiration to get started in the kitchen? 2010 MasterChef Australia runner-up, Callum Hann, challenges young people to learn to love cooking. Learn how to roast a chicken, cook the perfect steak and make the most of a few lonely eggs. Callum serves up a mix of kitchen tips along with 60 cheap, cheerful and super-quick recipes and handy menu plans for all occasions.The Starter Kitchen will set you up for a life of good food.

192 pages hardback 210 x 152 mm (8 x 6 in) 37,000 words 978-1-74266-827-7 9.99 Jul 2012 (Mar 2012 AU)

About the Author: After witnessing the poor diets and cooking habits of his friends, Callum Hann decided to develop a recipe book that caters to students and beginner chefs. Callum nabbed the second-place spot in the second series of MasterChef Australia and, despite being only twenty, wowed the judges and the viewers with his exceptional cooking. He is now travelling around Australia, sharing his love of food and passion for cooking with young people all over the country.

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Every Day
Bill Granger
Bill Grangers Every Day is now available in paperback. It applies Bills straightforward yet stylish approach to cooking behind the scenes in his home kitchen. Every Day takes you through a typical week in the Granger household, from packed school lunches on Tuesday, to a Friday night dinner for friends and on to a relaxed big breakfast on Sunday.

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256 pages paperback with flaps 245 x 190 mm (9 x 7) 978-1-74196-355-7 17.99 Feb 2009

About the Author: With his uncomplicated approach to food and laidback Sydney style, Bill Granger changed the face of contemporary Australian dining. Opening his first restaurant, bills, in 1993, he has since opened two more restaurants in Sydney, four in Japan and his first London venture, Granger & Co in Notting Hill. He has also published a range of bestselling cookbooks and contributes to newspapers and magazines, both in Australia and internationally. His TV series, bills food and bills holiday have screened in Australia, the UK and over 30 other countries.

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Secrets of Eclairs
Marianne Magnier-Moreno
When looking through the ptisserie window, an clair can make anyone swoon: it is, quite simply, perfect! With Secrets of Eclairs you can bring this legend of the pastry world home and discover how simple it is to make this cult pastry. This is the complete guide to choux pastry, with everything you need to know for a well-risen puff; a guide to fillings; and the secret to making the glossiest icing. Learn the ropes with the classicscoffee and chocolate clairs then throw yourself into making clairs with more unusual fillings (Lime, Chestnut, Passionfruit) and icings to die for (Salted-butter caramel, Millefeuille-style stripes) and many more.

112 pages hardback 195 x 140 mm (7 x 5 in) 22,000 words 978-1-74336-192-4 8.99 Sep 2012 (Dec 2012 AU) World English Language Only

Secrets of Macarons
Jos Marchal
Now a worldwide symbol of sweet indulgence, macarons seduce the senses with their delicate crunch and velvet filling. In this book, French chef Jos Marchal discloses the secrets of macarons, including the tips and techniques required to make these little treats. This book equips the reader with the skills to master nine classic flavours, and to create their own signature macarons.

112 pages hardback 195 x 140 mm (7 x 5 in) 17,000 words 978-1-74266-128-5 7.99 Mar 2011 (Dec 2010 AU) World English Language Only

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The Baking Bible

Murdoch Books Test Kitchen
The word baking conjures a warm and welcoming kitchen filled with the paraphernalia of making cakes, pies and breads. Puffed-up scones, golden sausage rolls, crusty loaves and dozens of other delights are the keen bakers rewards. And, if you are not a baker already, this book will make you so. More than 300 sweet and savoury baked goods from snacks to full-scale meals are included, many with step-by-step photos alongside. All the great classics that Grandma used to make are here, plus more contemporary treats such as the ubiquitous cupcake in its many incarnations, friands and stylish slices. Techniques pages explain the basics of baking and the things that can go wrongand how to avoid them. Don the apron, wield the wooden spoon and start baking.

400 pages paperback 297 x 230 mm (11 x 9 in) 978-1-74196-991-7 16.99

The Soup Bible

Murdoch Books Test Kitchen
Is there a dish more comforting than a steaming bowl of soup? The Soup Bible brings together more than 300 recipes of this age-old favourite. From healing chicken soup, heartening minestrone and delicate consommes, to fresh, vitamin-rich gazpacho, together with a large selection of delicious bread accompaniments, this book is the definitive soup recipe collection, and the perfect tool to soothe the soul.
400 pages paperback 297 x 230 (11 x 9 in) 978-1-74266-724-9 16.99

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The Slow Cooking Bible

Murdoch Books Test Kitchen
Satisfying is a word that springs to mind when there's a soup simmering on the stovetop or a casserole cooking to melting tenderness in the oven. Making a meal all in one pot is one of the easiest ways to cook and surely one of the most rewarding. Meat or seafood, vegetables or pulses, whatever the ingredient, it benefits from the process of a long, slow cook, accompanied by aromatic spices or herbs, a good splash of stock and whatever other secret ingredients you, the cook, have up your sleeve. Slow-cooked dishes abound in cuisines all around the world, and this collection of flavoursome recipes showcases the best of them. Don the apron, wield the chopping knife and start cooking.

400 pages paperback 297 x 230 mm (11 x 9 in) 978-1-74266-544-3 16.99

The Really Useful Ultimate Student Cookbook

Silvana Franco
No one should leave home without this book! It is packed with recipes that are cheap, good for you and simple to cook with limited equipment. Here you will find everything you need to know about buying and storing food, which equipment is really necessary, what to eat to keep you healthy and useful tips about food hygiene. An essential book for any student!
272 pages paperback 190 x 140 mm (7 x 5 in) 978-1-74196-024-2 4.99

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Easy Eats series

This series of recipe collections is designed with practicality in mind. In a neat, compact format, with attractive black-and-white illustrations, each title delivers cooking options ranging from weekday friendly to entertaining specials in a clear, straightforward way. Ideal for the benchtop or the kitchen shelf, these handy books will prove themselves indispensable as a reliable source of great-tasting recipes. Lavishly illustrated cookbooks have their place, of course, but these little gems are equally covetable.

TITLES IN THIS SERIES: Baking 978-1-74266-507-8 Barbecue 978-1-74266-508-5 Pressure Cookers 978-1-74196-894-1 Quick & Easy 978-1-74266-509-2 Slow Cookers 978-1-74196-895-8 Slow Cookers 2 978-1-74266-383-8 Vegetarian 978-1-74266-510-8

176192 pages paperback 232 x 163 mm (9 x 6 in) 23,00039,000 words 7.99

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The Stylists Guide to NYC

Sibella Court
Sibella Court, who worked in New York City for 10 years as an interior stylist for leading American magazines and brands, opens her address book to reveal her favourite places in the worlds most exciting and energetic city. Cleverly arranged into loops of interest such as Jewellery & Hardware, Haberdashers & Handmade and Furniture & Interiors, The Stylists Guide to NYC takes the first-time visitoror long-time residenton a number of surprising and beguiling journeys, uncovering traditional merchants and hidden sanctuaries as well as some of the coolest spots in town. This well-edited collection of stores, services, galleries, markets and refuelling stops also contains city survival tips, maps and comprehensive indexes. An idiosyncratic travel guide celebrating the beautiful, the curious and the unexpected, and chosen with the impeccable eye of an insider, The Stylists Guide to NYC is an indispensable accessory for anyone visiting, working or living in New York.

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288 pages hardback 210 x 140 mm (81/4 x 5 in) 16,000 words 978-1-74266-108-7 16.99 Jun 2011 (May 2011 AU)

About the Author: After living and working as an interior stylist in NYC for 10 years, Sibella Court was drawn back home to summer days by the beach in Sydney, where she opened her haberdashery-meets-hardware store, The Society Inc., a home for flea-market finds and artisan pieces shes collected over years of globetrotting. Sibella is constantly on the lookout for beautiful and curious things, and has found success as a best-selling author.

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Eco Colour
India Flint
An internationally renowned dyer, costumier and artist, India Flint draws on her two decades of experience and experimentation in natural dyeing techniques to present an expert, highly accessible and achievable handbook of ecologically sustainable plant dye methods that use renewable resources, most of which can be found in the average home garden.Eco Colourfills a gap in the existing literature and uses an exciting range of projects to demonstrate a variety of techniques, some of them entirely new processes developed by the author.

240 pages hardback 270 x 225 mm (10 x 8 in) 978-1-74196-079-2 25.00 Apr 2008

Second Skin
India Flint
Almost from the moment of our birth, clothing acts as our second skin, yet we rarely consider where our clothes have come from and the effects they might have on the environment and ourselves. This heartfelt, practical and topical book is about easily achievable ways in which we can care for our planet by living simpler lives and using fewer resources, specifically those to do with cloth and clothing. Beautifully photographed and illustrated by the author, Second Skin presents information and inspiration on selecting, acquiring, wearing, caring for, making and repurposing textiles and clothing.

288 pages hardback 270 x 225 mm (10 x 8 in) 978-1741967210 25.00 Aug 2011

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AUTHOR Index
Salt Grill 1819 Second Skin 113 Secrets of Eclairs 60 Secrets of Macarons 60 Serendip 59 Sewing Basics 116 Simply Bill 46 Skinny Meals in Heels 68 The Slow Cooking Bible 96 Snowflakes and Schnapps 38 The Songs of Sapa 52 The Soup Bible 95 Spice Market 38 The Starter Kitchen 44 Stphane Reynauds Barbecue 23 Stphane Reynauds Pastries & Pies 22 Still Life 122 The Stylists Guide to NYC 106 Supercharged Food 64 Supergrains 323 Sweet Studio 45 Turkey 34 The Ultimate Guide to Sugarcraft 82 The Urban Cook 54 Vegetarian 57 Venezia 28 Whispers From A Lebanese Kitchen 57 Wholefood 14 Wholefood Baking 1415 Wholefood for Children 14 Wholefood for the Family 14 Winter on the Farm 37 World Kitchen series 94 Yoshoku: Contemporary Japanese 38 Zenbu Zen 389 Zumbarons 49 Zumbo 48 Abrahanowicz, Elvis 4 Alexander, Victoria 109 Allam, Paul 67 Anderson, Nola 122 Bardwell, Sandra 116 Bijkerk, Pia Jane 107 Bilson, Amanda 71 Blereau, Jude 14 Brown, Debbie 80 Camorra, Frank 42 Cornish, Richard 42 Country Womens Association of New South Wales 65 Court, Sibella 106 Cranston, Michele 58 Cummins, Joseph 123 Cutler, Paris 56 Dale, David 74 Darcy, David 121 Dixon, Trisha 110 Dobson, Ross 12 Doust, Kelly 104 Doyle, Greg 59 Evans, Matthew 36, 37 Evans, Pete 10 Flint, India 113 Franco, Silvana 96 Freer, Chrissy 32 Galetto, Lucio 74 Gare, Anna 16 Garnier, Victor 20 Gibbs, Kate 70 Gilmore, Peter 66 Glendinning, Duncan 53 Granger, Bill 46 Graville, Saska 105 Grisewood, Rachel 73 Grossman, Marc 24 Haddow, Nick 36 Hann, Callum 44 Hart, Alice 57 Holmes, Lee 64 Inglis, Fiona 55 Inglis, James 123 Inside Out 112 Japy, David 20 Jensen, Mark 54 Joyce, Jennifer 68 Kanetani, Katrina 59 King, Grant 59 Kiros, Tessa 28 Kitchen, Leanne 34 Krytsis, Janni 71 Kuruvita, Peter 59 Lawson, Jane 38 Lord, Melody 116 Magnier-Moreno, Marianne 60 Mahadevan, Kumar and Suba 6 Mangan, Luke 18 Manning, Anneka 78, 79 Marchal, Jos 60 Maynes, Tamara 112 McGuinness, David 67 McKittrick, Amanda 117 Mercurio, Paul 63 Meynink, Katrina 74 Milgate, Ben 4 Mitchell, Rosa 62 Moriarty, Pamela 69 Muldoon, Eliza 117 Nguyen, Luke 52 OMeara, Ross 36 Pegley, Rob 120 Pereira, Kumar 71 Perry, Neil 30 Prior, Loani 114 Purcell, Janella 72 Purchese, Darren 45 Purser, Jan 73 Rambaud, Elodie 20 Reynaud, Stphane 22, 23 Ruggles, Sophie 50 Ryan, Patrick 53 Savage, Brent 66 Shewry, Ben 26 Snowball, Kathy 73 Stone, Barry 123 Talbot, Amanda 102 Taouk, Nouha 57 Thompson, Georgina 8 Thompson, Jessica 8 Thompson, Maxine 8 Ussher, Jane 122 van Boven, Yvette 67 Watson, Nigel 122 Wilkinson, Matt 40 Zell, Len 118 Zoccali, Nino 35 Zumbo, Adriano 48, 49

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