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This 327 page hardback book with dustjacket provides a 'behind the scenes' look at the vibrant gastronomic culture found in Australia and introduces us to 50 chefs at the cutting edge of food and dining. This beautiful book features a profile on each chef with photographs as well as more than 150 of their signature recipes. The book is in good condition throughout. Sadly Mietta O'Donnell died in a car accident in Burnie, Tasmania on January 4th, 2001. Please refer to the photos provided. -
THE FRENCH CHEF: An Introduction For American Girls ~ Vintage Cook Book.This is a fabulous 71-page illustrated vintage cook book, printed in Japan. The illustrations are delightful.No author is provided. The pages are in very good condition, the hardback cover has a few marks. Please refer to the photos provided. The introductory sentence in the chapter 'The Pleasure of Cooking' states,'This book is intended as a beginning book of French cooking to introduce American girls to joys of French cuisine". -
A delightful book containing black and white illustrations by Guy Nicholls. Considering its age the condition of the book is very good. The dust jacket is present but is not perfect. Please check the photos provided and note there is fading and some defects present to the dust jacket. In her foreword Enid Blyton writes, " The most delightful and instructive book on cooking that I have ever read." -
'A Late Dinner' is a delightful journey through Spain and Spanish cuisine. The author, Paul Richardson, brings to life the fascinating people who grow and cook and eat the hugely varied and little-known food of Spain. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 274-page book you will receive. Please note two black marks on the lower edge. Apart from this the hardback book with dustjacket is in good condition. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
Stephanie Alexander champions the quality and diversity of Australian produce, visiting local producers around Australia and sampling their wares. This hardback book with dustjacket of 248 pages includes 100 recipes for sharing around the table. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a complete guide to making Australian wildflowers for your cakes. The authors specialise in this topic and have regularly exhibited at many shows in Victoria and NSW. It is a hardback of 96 pages. Note there is black texta mark across the lower edge (refer photo). Please refer to all the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Nikki Medwell is a cook with a conscience. A committed vegan, her philosophy for cooking is that no animal should suffer. This beautiful hardback book is filled with rustic farming landscapes and gorgeous nourishing food, fresh from the earth. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Note a small tear at the top of one page. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
'Beyond The Shore' is a salute to Australia's beautiful east coast. This hardback book with dustjacket of 252 pages by Rob & Rosemary Peterswald is the record of a journey of the yacht Oceania 11 from the bottom to the top of Australia, exploring the great variety of seafood, wines and ales to be found along the way. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
In this book the author shares his take on Christmas with us. There's no need to be stressed if you find yourself as the host. The approach here is fresh, fun, lighthearted and accessible, with an enticing and cleverly put-together line up of Christmas greats with new twists on how to prepare them. Please refer to the photos as these are of the book you will receive. The 178-page hardback book is in good condition throughout. Please note the black texta line that is visible on the lower page edges when the book is closed. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 189-page hardback book with dustjacket that you will receive. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 256-page softcover book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to all the photos provided to ascertain whether you are happy with the condition of this book. Note the dark smudged marks and the tear to top of page. The photos provided are of the book you will receive. Considering the age of this book it is in relatively good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
French baking can be chic and simple. With just a few basic pieces of baking equipment and Manon's shortcuts you will be set to create French pastries & desserts etc. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
'Flavours Of Melbourne' leads you through the city's laneways and rooftops, introducing you to the chefs who take the dining experience to the next level, and inviting you to try their signature dishes at home. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
The Golden Circle Cannery was at Northgate in Brisbane. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Note a small dark mark on the title page. For its age the book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
An excellent book with over 150 recipes for AGAS and other range ovens. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a rare first edition Green and Gold Cookery Book which dates I believe to around 1930/31. According to the information in the preface this Cookery Book has been literally home-made in the kitchens of South Australia with recipes included from Sydney, especially of savouries. The proceeds of the sale of this book was to increase the funds of the Congregational Home Mission work. It is a hardback edition which has been reinforced with tape at the front and the back at some time in its history. Some pages have old stains, dog-ears and a couple of pages are torn. The book has been well used. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Guy Grossi believes that there is no better way of showing your love for family and friends than by taking simple, fresh ingredients and making food for them to enjoy and be inspired by. From impromptu meals created direct from your pantry to dishes for a special occasion feast Guy's recipes encourage you to cook with the hands, the eyes and the heart. This 210-page softcover/paperback book is beautifully illustrated by Mirka Mora with stunning photographs by Adrian Lander. The book is in good condition throughout. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This booklet was printed in Melbourne by G.W. Green & Sons Pty. Ltd. At the time Laurel Kerosene was the most popular kerosene amongst Australian housewives. The Vacuum Oil Company was the first oil company to be established in Australia. The recipes and hints published in this booklet had appeared in the Vacuum Country Journal and all had been tested and tasted. The book is in pretty good condition for its age. Some pages are creased but this looks likely to have happened during the printing process. Please check all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
What to bake first? That is the question. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the 128-page hardback book with dustjacket you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Maggie Beer's philosophy is simple - to cook from the heart and to live in harmony with the seasons. This book is overflowing with memories, musings and recipes and is a personal collection of Maggie's most treasured food experiences. The beautiful photography is by Mark Chew. The 198-page soft cover/paperback book is in good condition throughout. Please refer to the photos provided. Note that the corners of the covers are slightly raised. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Mrs. Floate was an Australian, entirely self taught cook who was well known for winning a total of 1284 prizes in competitive cooking, for example winning the G.J. Coles Cup at the Royal Melbourne Show regularly. Mrs. Floate also also acted as a judge in the cooking section of various shows. This softcover booklet was produced by Robertson & Mullens Ltd. 107-113 Elizabeth St., Melbourne. Please check the photos carefully. The corners are missing on the front cover and the top right edge on the back cover is missing. The covers and endpapers are fragile but the rest is good for its age. -
Open your kitchen up to the flavours of the Meditteranean and introduce mouth-watering recipes from Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Lebanon. Set out into easy to navigate sections - Soups, Salads, Starters, Pasta, Main Meals and Sweets. This hardback edition of 272 pages is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
A beautiful 185-page softcover/paperback book with contributions from some of Australia's finest including Maggie Beer. Published by Fremantle Arts Centre Press. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is a scarce copy of the Pilot Recipe Book, compiled by the 'Technical Department of the Manufacturers of the Finest Baking Fat money can buy.' It was given with the compliments of Marrickville Margarine Pty. Ltd (Sydney NSW). This is a hardcover 3rd edition copy from 1947. There are various marks throughout the book. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Producers, providores, viticulturists, vignerons and chefs are all featured in this guide to the regions, with local produce exulted and wine revered. Signature recipes with full page food shots are mingled amongst pages of stunning photography of the regions. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. The 371 -page softcover publication is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Margaret McLelland is passionate about Rupertswood Mansion and after several decades working in marketing, tourism and event management she took over its lease in 2007. She established one of Australia's most welcoming conference and function centres and a luxurious B&B. This beautiful hardback book with dustjacket has been signed by Margaret. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This fabulous hardback book of 258 pages celebrates the food landscape in Victoria, giving an insight into how and where our food is grown. Local food advocate and author Sarah Robins offers 80 seasonal recipes and information related to the production of food in Victoria, Australia. Please refer to the photographs provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
If you are after a pristine cook book this is not for you. If you are wanting one with loads of character that has been well used and added to with snippets cut from elsewhere and glued in, look no further. It is small, measuring approximately 13 cm x 18 cm. The lower section of page 199 has been cut out. The advertisements are interesting too. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
South Australia comprises twelve regions with world class produce. This book provides a snapshot of those regions and the producers in them. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 256-page hardback book you will receive. The book is in good condition throughout. The price includes handling and postage Australia wide. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This hardback book with dustjacket of 220 pages is the result of the two months the authors spent living in Tuscany, sharing recipes and reminiscences from their Italian cooking school. The stunning photography is by Simon Griffiths. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase.
