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…
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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 – 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.
Onwards
Karen Dudley
Ammu
Asma Khan
Cucina Povera
Giulia Scarpaleggia
Rice Table
Su Scott
Japan
Nancy Singleton Hachisu
Gohan: Everyday Japanese Cooking
Emiko Davies
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 – 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.
Rosa’s Thai Cafe
Saiphin Moore
East
Meera Sodha
Fresh India
Meera Sodha
Korean American
Eric Kim
Rice Table
Su Scott
Gohan: Everyday Japanese Cooking
Emiko Davies
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 it’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 don’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.
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.
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 – 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.
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
Casablanca
Nargisse Benkabbou
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
René 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
Gohan: Everyday Japanese Cooking
Emiko Davies