Hardie Grant Books

In 30-Minute Vegetarian Swedish chef and food blogger Ylva Bergqvist explores the virtues of living and eating green. The concept is simple, ease your way into a mostly or full vegetable-forward diet by cooking dishes that are quick to prepare and impossible to resist. Half of the recipes in the book are completely vegan, the […]

365 Days of Art is an inspiring journal designed to help readers and budding artists nurture their creativity and explore their feelings through the medium of art. Featuring an activity for every day of the year, from simple tasks like drawing shapes and lines to more considered tutorials such as calligraphy writing and shading, each […]

365 Days of Creativity is a thoughtful and inspiring book designed to help you carve out moments of self-expression and unlock your creative potential. Lorna Scobie shows you how to experiment, explore and let go of your artistic inhibitions, encouraging you to look for creative inspiration wherever you go. Featuring creative daily exercises and goal-setting […]

Get lost in your creativity with 365 Days of Drawing, a thoughtful and inspiring art journal designed to help you carve out moments of self-expression. Lorna shows you that drawing does not have to be scary – it can be done with any materials, in any colour, in any style and can be done anywhere. […]

50 Drag Queens Who Changed the World is a tribute to the hugely influential pioneers who have shaped the fantastic world of drag, as well as the queens of today that we all know and love. Learn about the wild and brilliant lives of Mama Ru and the best-loved Drag Race superstars, including Alaska, Bianca Del Rio and Courtney Act, […]

Featuring beautifully illustrated portraits and profiles, 50 Queer Musicians Who Changed the World is a tribute to queer ground breakers who changed the face of music and popular culture. LGBTQ musicians have been pushing for change since the 1920s, with singers such as Bessie Smith crooning about same-sex liaisons almost 100 years ago – long […]

Enter the decadent world of Paris’s oldest confectioners, A la Mere de Famille. Founded in 1761 as a family-run store, A la Mere de Famille has since become one of Paris’s most loved and treasured sweet shops with several stores now operating throughout the French capital. A la Mere de Famille thecookbook is filled with […]

Come on a journey through the ultimate cocktail evening, starting with aperitifs at dusk, through pre-dinner drinks and digestifs, with nightcaps to round it all off. And, should you need it, the Marmalade Cocktail is an inventive hair of the dog for the morning after too. Having cut his teeth at Sasha Petraske’s famed New […]

Acquacotta is a celebration of the traditional cuisine of a lesser known part of Tuscany, the Silver Coast, which forms part of the territory of Maremma. Acquacotta, literally meaning “cooked water”, is Maremma’s most famous dish, a soup made of slowly simmered tomatoes and onions and poached eggs. There are countless variations and every town […]

Inspired by deli culture and modern cafe cuisine, Alimentari presents delicious, attainable Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food (with some cheffy touches). Divided into morning, midday and later, the chapters cover breakfast and brunch, light salads and mains, takeaways and sitting in, and finishes with pickles, preserves and condiments. From a Spanish tortilla, confit potato and […]

From the Men in this Town series comes Giuseppe Santamaria’s third book, Alone in a Crowd, once again turns the spotlight on men’s fashion in cities around the world – including Melbourne, Tokyo, London, Paris, Florence, Madrid, New York, his now home-town Sydney, and his childhood home, Toronto. Some shots capture menswear enthusiasts outside the fashion week shows […]

Around the World in 80 Cocktails celebrates the globetrotting history of the cocktail through eighty different iconic drinks – each of which has its own story to tell. Bartender and writer Chad Parkhill takes you on a whirlwind tour of the places that have shaped the history of the cocktail from its birth to the […]

With Gin making record sales across Britain and the rest of the world, there’s been a boom in new distilleries and a thirst for new ways to enjoy this juniper-based spirit. Enter Dan Jones, bestselling gin author and cocktail enthusiast, who will make you love this tasty drink even more. Starting with the history of […]

Long, lazy breakfasts and brunches have become the hottest meal of the week. In Breakfast: Morning, Noon and Night, Fern Green encourages readers to enjoy their most-loved meal at any time of the day…..

Located in the northeast of Spain, Catalonia borders France’s Pyrenees mountains and has a heritage and scenery like no other place in the world. In Catalonia, José Pizarro travels from the impressive Gaudi architecture in buzzy Barcelona, to the Roman and Greek ruins in Girona and secluded beaches in Costa Brava to create some of […]

Chinese is the UK’s favourite takeout food, and it’s beloved all over the world – as with much Indian food, it’s the nostalgic, comforting creations for western palates that really get people salivating. Now you can make your favourite Chinese restaurant classics at home with Kwoklyn Wan’s fabulous Chinese Takeaway Cookbook. Kwoklyn is a third-generation Chinese […]

A collection of over 200 regional French recipes, this book celebrates the diverse gastronomy of France. This is real food: delicious recipes that celebrate the beauty of cooking what is ripe and in season. While the appeal of this collection rests ecipes, the photographs of France transport the reader to this idyllic world where Gabriel […]

In Eat Better Not Less Nadia Damaso proves that by eating the right ingredients, you can look and feel fantastic without sacrificing on flavour. With over 100 quick and tasty recipes, Nadia shows that with a little bit of planning, it’s easy to embrace a healthy lifestyle. Start the morning with a bowl of creamy […]

In Martin Nordin’s second book, he brings us a host of mouthwatering, modern vegetarian recipes, using the most elemental and ancient method of cooking: fire. Not just a barbecue cookbook, Fire, Smoke, Green is broken up into seven chapters that cover everything you need to know about making great food over the flame: from grilling […]

An intimate deep dive into Japan’s diversely rich food landscape with 120 recipes from 7 compelling Japanese chefs and 24 stories of food artisans through the eyes of award-winning author Nancy Singleton Hachisu In Food Artisans of Japan, Nancy Singleton Hachisu introduces us to the chefs and artisans with whom she has formed lasting relationships following […]

The UK’s ‘gin renaissance’ has been under way for several years as tastes and drinking habits have changed. Once dubbed ‘Mother’s ruin’, gin sales topped £1bn for the first time in 2015 as younger drinkers flocked to a new generation of artisanal distilleries. And with so many brands now on the market, a little guidance […]

Move over, rice and oats: freekeh, amaranth and farro are here to stay – and Molly Brown’s Grains, Seeds & Legumes is here to help you choose, prepare and cook the numerous new whole grains, cereals, seeds, legumes and pulses becoming available at health food stores, grocers and supermarkets everywhere. Grains, Seeds & Legumes provides […]

Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or just trying to cut down on meat, veggie burgers make a tempting, filling meal. And as Martin Nordin explains, they’re far from boring – in fact, because there are no rules or blueprint, you’re free to push the burger boundaries. In Green Burgers, Martin shares recipes packed full of flavour […]

In Green Kitchen At Home, bestselling authors and bloggers David Frenkiel and Luise Vindahl are back, this time with simple yet delicious recipes that can be cooked during a busy week, and will allow you to sneak more vegetables into your diet. This book features wholesome food that everyone, including meat-eaters, will love. Recipes are […]

Smoothies have become hugely popular in recent years, as manypeople are looking for healthier ways to live. Packed with fruit andvegetables, a smoothie can increase energy, add fibre to your diet andprovide valuable antioxidants.In Green Kitchen Smoothies, bestselling authors David and Luise sharetheir favourite smoothie recipes, as well as some new and excitingideas. Starting with […]

In Green, Jason Chongue explains and simplifies how to curate and look after plants in small urban spaces. He provides a practical and personal guide to creating urban gardens and styling with plants, perfect for a range of environments and climates, inside or out. From balconies, porches, courtyards and small backyards to entryways, offices and […]

Grow Harvest Cook is the essential guide to planting, nurturing, harvesting and cooking the best seasonal produce available – the stuff from your own back garden. In the age of the farmers market and the farm produce delivery box, Grow Harvest Cook re-establishes the vital link between the vegie patch and the plate. Once upon a […]

Harvest is divided up by season, showcasing more than 180 delicious recipes using produce when it’s at its best. Accompanied by stunning photographs and evocative watercolor illustrations by Emilie Guelpa, the recipes are simple yet sophisticated. Embrace the summer sun with Seared tuna with fennel confit, or Butterflied king prawns with mango; watch the leaves […]

It’s difficult to find nature amidst the rush, bustle and electronic pop-ups that flood our modern lives – to leave stress and hurry behind, embracing the simple pleasure to be found in pounding waves, a roaring campfire and a sky full of stars. But nature isn’t as far away as you think. Homecamp is a beautiful […]

Do you take your dog to parties so that you know you’ll have someone to hang out with – or do you only go to parties if you know there will be a dog there? Do you have a doggy daycare report card – or perhaps an extensive list of future dog names – stuck to your […]

From the first six months, through a mid-year break of camping and cooking in the bush, to the harsh winter months and on to the end of its first year, this book tells the story of IGNI, a high-end degustation restaurant in a Geelong backstreet. Documenting a warts-and-all account of what it takes to open […]

In The Kitchen is an updated version of the beloved original 2008 cookbook of the same name. Across 17 chapters are more than 700 recipes (plus more than 400 recipe variations), offering cooks a definitive guide to meals for every occasion and a fresh look at everyday favourites. This new edition includes some sugar-free and gluten-free recipes, quinoa […]

What are your favorite Japanese dishes? Sushi? Surprisingly easy. Gyoza? Very easy. Karaage? Soooooo easy! Tempura? Stupidly easy. Yakitori, yakisoba, miso soup? Easy, easy, easy. It’s easy to be intimidated by Japanese food, but in JapanEasy, Tim Anderson offers an introduction to the world of Japanese cooking via some of its most accessible (but authentic) […]

Accessible and authentic recipes from the beautiful Portuguese capital. Full of history, great food, and bursting with character, Portugal’s capital is one of Europe’s most charming cities. In Lisbon, Rebecca Seal shares her favorite recipes, inspired by her travels. Set on seven hills, Lisbon features world-class beaches, city views, and wild forests. And the food […]

Houseplants offer the perfect solution to the urban dweller, lacking in space – indoor and outdoor – and in Living With Plants, botanical-stylist, Sophie Lee, shows you simple but innovative ways to make your home gorgeously green. Starting with the basics, learn how to pick the right plant for your home (and specifically what room), […]

Join Luke Nguyen on his latest adventure through the bustling and fragrant backstreets of Asia. Through Saigon, Jakarta, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur, Luke uncovers the hidden locations and secret street food cultures. Luke is in his element as he eats his way through traditional noodle soups, sweet sticky meats and more adventurous dishes like Stir-fried […]

Everyone loves a melted cheese sandwich – they are cheap, quick and easy to make, and don’t involve much cooking skills or special equipment. This book includes over 50 imaginative and delicious toasted sandwiches, perfect for hurried dinners, tight budgets, quick snacks or when you just don’t feel like cooking a big meal. Featuring a […]

This is a comprehensive tour of the art of cheese-making and eating – from selecting cultures, to the practices of production to the best recipes. Principally a cookbook, the book is organised by type of cheese: fresh cheese, mould-rinded cheese, washed rind cheese, blue cheese, semi-hard cheese and cooked curd cheese. In each section, there […]

Modern Retro Home is your key to unlocking the secrets behind a thoroughly contemporary home that takes inspiration from the past. Jason Grant walks us through the principles of successful styling that embraces the aesthetics of the ’50s, 60s and 70s room by room. No matter the size of your budget or living space, whether […]

Mr & Mrs Wilkinson’s How It Is At Home is a window on the buzzy, creative, sometimes chaotic home world of acclaimed UK-born Melbourne chef Matt Wilkinson and his partner, accomplished cook Sharlee Gibb, along with their two young boys, Finn and Jay. This is food for people aspiring to prepare healthy, seasonal food, whether […]

My Abuelo’s Mexican Feast is a collection of recipes, assembled over the years from Daniella Germain’s Mexican grandfather – her Abuelo…..

The Middle East has long had a vibrant tradition of home-style vegetarian cuisine – from their abundant fresh salads, dips and breads to their delicious and hearty main meals. Based on the freshest ingredients and cooked from the heart, Greg and Lucy Malouf’s approach to vegetarian food comes from their love of traditional Middle Eastern […]

Nordic Light embraces the clean, fresh flavours of modern Scandinavian cuisine to provide a compelling new blueprint for the way we eat now. Drawing on the traditional ingredients and contemporary preparations of Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway – as well as taking inspiration from further afield – Nordic Light is a celebration of nourishing, vegetable-centred food that […]

Obsessions: Whisky is about savouring the world’s most sophisticated spirit to the full. It celebrates the fine distinctions between name, place, tradition and taste that elevate whisky appreciation to an art in itself. With the cachet knowledge every expert must possess, plus authentic insights into the lives and skills of distillery artisans, Obsessions: Whisky features […]

Join intrepid chefs Michael Ryan and Luke Burgess on the best sort of culinary adventure – one that could happen only in Tokyo. From daybreak to late night, discover the creative people and compelling stories behind the restaurants, bars and tea houses of the world’s most exciting food destination. This is a book as much for people […]

The Paleo way of life has been around for a long time but only in the last couple of years have its benefits been more widely known and its lifestyle practised. The Paleo diet restricts processed foods, sugars, grains and dairy products and encourages a simple diet of fresh fruit and vegetables along with proteins […]

Discover the coolest places to eat in the City of Light from the best market stalls, the tastiest and cheapest oysters, restaurants in alleys, bars in the cellar, and places serving ‘nouvelle nouvelle cuisine’. Author Elin Unnes is at the cutting edge of Paris’s food scene, and says, ‘The new French chefs are not necessarily French. […]

When you want a feast in a flash, noodles are the obvious choice – quick, filling and utterly delicious. Pimp My Noodles shows you how, with just a few extra minutes and ingredients, you can elevate this cupboard staple to a level you never thought possible. With over 50 imaginative noodle upgrades, this book is […]

Covering everything from basic plant care and re-potting, to plants suited to pets and propagating, this book will inspire you to create your own indoor rainforest. At the core of the book are profiles of 22 tropical indoor plants, organised from the most low-maintenance species through to exotic varieties requiring more care. In addition, the book […]

‘I’m just a cosmic yob, I suppose.’ ‘I change every day. I’m not outrageous. I’m David Bowie.’ ‘I’m an instant star. Just add water and stir.’ Genre-hopping, gender-bending: Bowie has never been afraid to push the boundaries. Whether masquerading as an alien, a spaceman or a goblin king, this rock ‘n’ roll hero was a […]

Coco Chanel was one of the most renowned designers of her time, creating timeless pieces such as the little black dress, chic quilted handbags and, of course, Chanel No.5. Known for her strong beliefs and fearless attitude, Pocket Coco Chanel highlights some of the businesswoman’s most memorable quotes. With insights on style, women, love and […]

Frida Kahlo is undoubtedly one of the most innovative and influential painters of the 20th century and is widely considered a style icon thanks to her eclectic taste and love for colour, print and hauls of jewellery. From a young age, Kahlo forged her own path, overcoming polio as a child, and stoically battling the […]

There’s more than one way to attain football immortality, and BBC Sports journalist, Phil Cartwright turns a witty and revealing eye over the mavericks, pioneers anti-heros and iconic legends that have defined football history and changed the game forever. From Zinedine Zidane’s infamous headbutt to Eric Cantona’s king-fu kick, Red Mist In Football celebrates 30 […]

Discover the coolest places to eat in Rome from trattorias that have been in the same family for decades to restaurants, pizzerias, bars, cafes, gelatorias and delis. Author Peter Loewe also details the ongoing pizza wars in Rome, why Italians are not fatter and what might be hiding in a true Roman belly. Peter has […]

If you’re a fan of a rum cocktail, and want to take things to unchartered territories, look no further than Dan Jones’s new cocktail manual, Rum, in which he introduces readers to the best rum makers on the planet, as well as some of the most exciting mixes that can be made from the spirit. […]

In Sicily, Italian aficionados Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi head to the island to immerse themselves in diverse food scene, and soak up the varied landscapes. Thanks to its rich history Sicilian food has Italian, Greek, Spanish, French and Arab influences, making the food full of exotic flavours and extremely delicious. Starting in the capital, Palermo, […]

Simply Living Well is a beautiful and timely motivational guide to living well sustainably and reducing our footprint for the generations to come. Author Julia Watkins shares rituals, recipes, and projects for living simply and sustainably at home. For every area of your household – kitchen, cleaning, wellness, bath, and garden – Julia shows you how to eliminate wasteful packaging, […]

It can be challenging to travel at your own pace in the modern world without falling for the temptations of fast planes, cheap airlines, last-minute tickets, quick-fix travel apps and overzealous tour operators. To actually take a back seat and allow yourself time to embrace the ebb and flow of travel requires a more thoughtful […]

From the creatives who brought you the innovative Smith & Daughters: A Cookbook (That Happens to be Vegan), Shannon Martinez and Mo Wyse are proud to present: Smith & Deli-cious: Food From Our Deli (That Happens to be Vegan). Their trailblazing vegan deli, in Melbourne, Australia, serves huge lines of customers every day with salads, […]

A vegan feast that celebrates plant-based creativity in the kitchen, this book combines science and innovative methods to create dishes and flavours that aren’t the norm for vegan food. Across 7 chapters, including big plates, small plates, salads, sweets, dressings and cocktails, Eat Vegan offers 80+ delicious vegan recipes to recreate at home. From ‘chorizo’ […]