Food & Drink

For many people food is one of the most enjoyable elements of a holiday, but no one wants to feel that they've spent hours slaving in a hot, small kitchen. This book provides delicious, uncomplicated and simple to prepare recipes that will satisfy family and friends.

What could make a better teatime treat than a freshly baked cake straight from a hot oven? Good Housekeeping Easy to Make! Cakes and Bakes is packed full of delightful recipes to inspire – from simple almond cookies all the way to a sumptuous white chocolate mousse cake.

Soups have always been loved for their versatility, ease and resourcefulness. Whether you want to use up leftovers, create an appetising course for a dinner party or prepare tomorrow’s lunch for the family, soups are welcome on the table anytime.

It's no surprise that these days almost every kitchen cupboard contains a wok - stir fries are quick, inexpensive, healthy and above all, delicious. As well as a myriad of alluring recipes from pork and noodle stir fry to Thai green shellfish curry, this stunning companion also contains a comprehensive techniques section guaranteed to make the stir fry process a 'wok' in the park.

Drawing on the rich vegetarian traditions of many different countries, this book provides an invaluable collection of imaginative recipes.

If you find that endless scrubbing of grimy pots and pans takes all the joy out of cooking, then this is the book for you – every one of its 70 mouthwatering recipes can be cooked in one pot from start to finish. Each dish is bound to delight those waging a war on washing up.

Getting the family together for a proper sit-down meal can be a daunting prospect – but this charming book makes catering for your brood a breeze, whether you're after a simple mushroom frittata or a comforting chilli Bolognese with roast peppers.

Bursting with exquisite pastries, from classic steak and kidney pie through summer vegetable tartlets to sweet treats like a decadent mango tart – as well as the introductory chapter on tart techniques means that pastry panic will be a thing of the past.

From traditional favourites like steamed jam sponge pudding to the finest iced desserts such as a heavenly coffee semi-freddo, Puddings & Desserts is guaranteed to please every sweet tooth.