Welcome to my Cookbook Collection!

These are the cookbooks that inspire my recipe creation at Non-Guilty Pleasures.

This is only the tip of the cookbook obsession iceberg…

Cookbook questions? Go ahead and leave a comment.

New to the Collection

I adore my cookbook collection, but there is just something extra special about a new cookbook. Where every page still holds the possibility of a new and exciting food adventure. My newest books aren’t always the freshest off the press โ€“ I can’t resist a second-hand bookshop bargain or an Amazon Kindle cookbook sale! You’ll often see my buying trends reflected in my latest recipes.

Mi Cocina

Rick Martรญnez

Ottolenghi Comfort

Yotam Ottolenghi, Helen Goh

Easy Wins

Anna Jones

JapanEasy

Tim Anderson

Ramen Forever

Tim Anderson

Gohan: Everyday Japanese Cooking

Emiko Davies

Ammu

Asma Khan

Cucina Povera

Giulia Scarpaleggia

Rice Table

Su Scott

Japan

Nancy Singleton Hachisu


Middle Eastern Cuisine

It’s easy to fall in love with Middle Eastern cuisine. The vibrant collection of flavours, aromas, and colours can transport you straight to bustling markets and serene courtyards. Each recipe is a tapestry woven with exotic spices, fresh herbs, and a heritage rich in culinary tradition. These cookbooks are more than just guides; they are an invitation to explore the rich narratives of Middle Eastern culture through its most expressive medium โ€“ food.

Casablanca

Nargisse Benkabbou

Jerusalem

Yotam Ottolenghi, Sami Tamimi

Falastin

Sami Tamimi, Tara Wigley


Asian Cuisines

These cookbooks guide me in the intricate balance required for different Asian cuisines. Let them take you across rice paddies, bustling street markets, and tranquil temples, exploring dishes that weave together diverse culinary traditions. From funky Korean kimchi to slurpy Japanese noodle bowls and the intensely fragrant flavours of Thailand, these books are umami-packed sensations.

JapanEasy

Tim Anderson

Ramen Forever

Tim Anderson

Gohan: Everyday Japanese Cooking

Emiko Davies

Rosa’s Thai Cafe

Saiphin Moore

East

Meera Sodha

Fresh India

Meera Sodha

Korean American

Eric Kim

Rice Table

Su Scott


Indian Cuisine

I adore Indian food. So, it’s no surprise that I have an ever-expanding collection of Indian cookbooks, where every spice has a story, and every dish brings a festival of colour and taste. From sizzling tandoors, rich gravies, and delightful street food, these guides will introduce you to a plethora of flavourful ingredients.

Ammu

Asma Khan

Curry Easy Vegetarian

Madhur Jaffrey

Madhur Jaffrey’s Curry Nation

Madhur Jaffrey

Dishoom

Shamil Thakrar, Kavi Thakrar, Naved Nasir


European Cookbooks

Beautiful images and soulful food take you through cobblestone streets lined with patisseries, rustic countryside vineyards, and Mediterranean coastlines dotted with olive groves. Each recipe is a chapter from history, whether itโ€™s a classic French bouillabaisse or an aromatic Italian risotto.

Jamie Cooks Italy

Jamie Oliver

Cucina Povera

Giulia Scarpaleggia

Dinner in French

Melissa Clark


Everyday Cookery

This collection is where I find my inspiration for midweek meals. These recipes combine convenience and taste, proving that quick meals and simple ingredients donโ€™t have to compromise on flavour. Whether you’re a busy parent, a student on the go, or just looking to refresh your weeknight dinners, these cookbooks offer practical, delicious solutions that cater to your bustling lifestyle.

Ottolenghi Comfort

Yotam Ottolenghi, Helen Goh

Easy Wins

Anna Jones

Onwards

Karen Dudley

Fresh MOB

Ben Lebus, MOB

Mob 6

MOB

Comfort MOB

Ben Lebus, MOB

Shelf Love

Yotam Ottolenghi, Noor Murad, OTK

Extra Good Things

Yotam Ottolenghi, Noor Murad, OTK

7 Ways

Jamie Oliver

Jamie Oliver’s Comfort Food

Jamie Oliver

Cook this Book

Molly Baz

Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat

Samin Nosrat

Salads are More Than Leaves

Elena Silcock

Now & Again

Julia Turshen

Japan

Nancy Singleton Hachisu

Simple

Diana Henry


Vegetarian

I love veggies! From the robust earthiness of mushrooms to the sweet vibrancy of a peak summer tomato, I love them all. Whether it’s a creamy risotto or a zesty vegetable stir-fry, vegetarian cookbooks help me create delightful meals with the pure joy of plant-based ingredients. These dishes prove that vegetarian meals can be both simple and boldly flavorful, perfect for anyone looking to bring more vegetables to their table.

Easy Wins

Anna Jones

Curry Easy Vegetarian

Madhur Jaffrey

Flavour

Yotam Ottolenghi, Ixta Belfrage, Tara Wigley

Simple

Yotam Ottolenghi

Plenty More

Yotam Ottolenghi

Ultimate Veg

Jamie Oliver

East

Meera Sodha

Fresh India

Meera Sodha

A Modern Way to Cook

Anna Jones

One: Pot, Plan, Planet

Anna Jones


Jamie Oliver

Twenty years ago, my then-boyfriend-now-husband surprised me with a cookbook โ€“ my very first one. “Jamie at Home” ignited my obsession with cookbooks but also influenced my approach to home cooking. He has a knack for making complex recipes seem approachable and fun, blending hearty, rustic flavours with a laid-back style that’s all about enjoying the process as much as the food. My husband still believes buying that book was the best investment he ever made.

Ultimate Veg

Jamie Oliver

7 Ways

Jamie Oliver

Jamie Oliver’s Comfort Food

Jamie Oliver

Jamie Cooks Italy

Jamie Oliver


Yotam Ottolenghi

Yotam Ottolenghi, with his infectious passion for melding bold Middle Eastern flavours with fresh, vibrant ingredients, transformed how I view vegetarian cooking. His cookbooks are a treasure trove of inspiration, guiding me to experiment with flavours and spices in ways I never thought possible.

Ottolenghi Comfort

Yotam Ottolenghi, Helen Goh

Jerusalem

Yotam Ottolenghi, Sami Tamimi

Flavour

Yotam Ottolenghi, Ixta Belfrage, Tara Wigley

Simple

Yotam Ottolenghi

Plenty More

Yotam Ottolenghi

Shelf Love

Yotam Ottolenghi, Noor Murad, OTK

Extra Good Things

Yotam Ottolenghi, Noor Murad, OTK

Nopi

Yotam Ottolenghi, Ramael Scully


My Cookbook Library

I own and love using the cookbooks listed here, some in print, others on Kindle. The list is not exhaustive. Many more line my shelves, and even more are on my wishlist! Looking for a cookbook recommendation? Want to start a cookbook conversation? Not seeing your favourite book listed? Leave me a comment below

Mi Cocina

Rick Martรญnez

Ottolenghi Comfort

Yotam Ottolenghi, Helen Goh

Easy Wins

Anna Jones

JapanEasy

Tim Anderson

Ramen Forever

Tim Anderson

Casablanca

Nargisse Benkabbou

Gohan: Everyday Japanese Cooking

Emiko Davies

Onwards

Karen Dudley

Ammu

Asma Khan

Curry Easy Vegetarian

Madhur Jaffrey

Madhur Jaffrey’s Curry Nation

Madhur Jaffrey

Fresh MOB

Ben Lebus, MOB

Mob 6

MOB

Comfort MOB

Ben Lebus, MOB

Rosa’s Thai Cafe

Saiphin Moore

Jerusalem

Yotam Ottolenghi, Sami Tamimi

Flavour

Yotam Ottolenghi, Ixta Belfrage, Tara Wigley

Simple

Yotam Ottolenghi

Plenty More

Yotam Ottolenghi

Shelf Love

Yotam Ottolenghi, Noor Murad, OTK

Extra Good Things

Yotam Ottolenghi, Noor Murad, OTK

Nopi

Yotam Ottolenghi, Ramael Scully

Ultimate Veg

Jamie Oliver

7 Ways

Jamie Oliver

Jamie Oliver’s Comfort Food

Jamie Oliver

Jamie Cooks Italy

Jamie Oliver

The Noma Guide to Fermentation

Renรฉ Redzepi, David Zilber

Cucina Povera

Giulia Scarpaleggia

East

Meera Sodha

Fresh India

Meera Sodha

Dishoom

Shamil Thakrar, Kavi Thakrar, Naved Nasir

Falastin

Sami Tamimi, Tara Wigley

A Modern Way to Cook

Anna Jones

One: Pot, Plan, Planet

Anna Jones

Dinner in French

Melissa Clark

Korean American

Eric Kim

Cook this Book

Molly Baz

Rice Table

Su Scott

Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat

Samin Nosrat

Salads are More Than Leaves

Elena Silcock

Now & Again

Julia Turshen

Japan

Nancy Singleton Hachisu

Simple

Diana Henry

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