Hardie Grant Books

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, […]

Still invites readers to take on the philosophy of the SLOW movement: Living Sustainable. Local. Organic. And Whole. Our homes are ideally placed to support and promote this philosophy, through everything from the materials we source in construction to how we fit-out and furnish them. The choices we make don’t have to be at the expense […]

Set across 14 islands, Stockholm is a city of immense beauty, surrounded by waterways and inlets that define its nautical history and sleek style. It is a diverse city that focuses on sustainability and seasonality, from its architecture to its food. Enjoy your fika (coffee and food break) at one of the many cafes that […]

In the past those wandering around Paris on a Sunday were confronted with an abundance of closed signs. But in more recent times the city has evolved and a lively Sunday scene has emerged. Born from a love of laidback Sundays, Sundays in Paris is the culmination of the popular blog by the same name. This […]

In Supernormal – the cookbook based on the eponymous Melbourne restaurant – Andrew McConnell, owner and head chef, takes home cooks into the kitchen of his hugely popular pan-Asian eatery. Across eight chapters, he shares something of the McConnell magic, satisfying fans who aspire to a Supernormal-worthy spread at home. The book’s charm also stems […]

Taqueria is an homage to the best of Mexican cuisine. Across four chapters (Flavor Fiestas; Salsas, Salads & Vegetables, Taqueria and Margaritas & More), it is a crash course in cooking the food of Latin America. Starting with the building blocks, Paul Wilson shows that, with quality ingredients, attitude and a little application, you can […]

Burger Lab examines the elements that make up the ultimate burger: the perfect squishy bun; a pickle that has just the right amount of tang and crunch; the exact quantity of mayo and ketchup to deliver maximum avour; and the ultimate pattie that’s meaty, juicy and umami-intense. Mouth-watering constructions include a Wagyu cheeseburger deluxe, a […]

The Complete Guide to Baking gives readers all the technical know-how required to become an expert in the art of baking. Each of the recipes feature a full-colour cross-section illustration, step-by-step photography and a hero image to both inspire the reader and demystify the intricacies of baking bread and other classics. The Complete Guide to Baking […]

The 5:2, or fast diet, works by restricting calorie intake for two non-consecutive days a week, while allowing you to eat normally on the other five days. In The Fast Days Cookbook, food writer, Laura Herring shows you how you can avoid entering the hanger zone on your fast days with recipes that give you maximum satisfaction […]

A definitive catalog of the most suave cocktails. To shake or stir? Muddle or mix? The Gentleman’s Guide to Cocktails answers all of these questions and more. It’s the ultimate guide for the cocktail…..

Featuring over 300 recipes, this is the ultimate best-of collection from Donna Hay – a showcase of classic dishes with her signature modern twist. Containing updated family favourites as well as new flavours…..

There’s more to potato recipes than mash. This collection of over 80 recipes celebrates the many ways you can cook potatoes (and sweet potatoes), including mash, bake, roast, fry, knead and chill as well as new ways to use potatoes in sweet treats – including ice-cream! The easy-to-follow recipes also highlight the best type of […]

The Ultimate Book of Party Food presents the know-how required to master the art of entertaining guests with savoury and sweet treats. Each recipe features a full-colour cross-section illustration, step-by-step photography and a beautiful hero image to inspire the reader and demystify the cooking and preparation process. The Ultimate Book of Party Food includes basic […]

The Ultimate Cook’s Manual gives readers all the technical know-how required to become an expert in the art of cooking. Each of the recipes feature a full-colour cross-section illustration, step-by-step photography and a hero image in order to both inspire the reader and demystify the building blocks of cooking, with reference to French classics. The Ultimate Cook’s […]

We all want to eat more fish, but who wants to bother spending the time, effort and money cooking that same old salmon fillet on repeat when you could be trying something new and utterly delicious? In The Whole Fish Cookbook, Sydney’s groundbreaking seafood chef Josh Niland reveals a completely new way to think about all […]

This beautiful photographic collection is a celebration of modern menswear. In it, photographer Jamie Ferguson profiles men from the fashion industry, covering a range of ages, geographical locations and personal styles. Each of the men profiled works in menswear, but enjoys passions of his own. Tommaso Capozzoli (Creative Director) is also a rower who belongs […]

This is Home is about simple living – how to focus on our values to create authentic homes full of meaning and joy. Natalie Walton steps inside fifteen homes across the world to meet the people who made them, and discover whether there is some universality to what makes us happy in the spaces we inhabit. […]

Discover the coolest places to eat in Tokyo from smoky yakiniku eateries and steaming ramen restaurants, to cocktail bars the size of wardrobes and rowdy punk izakaya joints with fantastic small plated dishes and spotlessly clean lavatories. Author Jonas Cramby says, ‘Writing a restaurant guide to Tokyo seems close to an impossible task. Tokyo, as […]

Tokyo is rightfully known around the world as one of the most exciting places to eat on the planet. From subterranean department store food halls to luxurious top-floor hotel restaurants, and all the noodle shops, sushi bars, and yakitori shacks in between, there may be no other city so thoroughly saturated with delicious food. Tokyo Stories […]

A culinary ode to the beautiful Tuscan region and its many delicacies. From the minute they look out of their window in the morning to their last nightcap at the bar, Tuscans, like most Italians, are thinking about food. In Tuscany, Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi take readers on a culinary journey through a Tuscan day, […]

Vegan Goodness is colourful collection of exciting plant-based recipes that can be enjoyed by anyone. With over 60 inspiring dishes, Jessica shows readers that cooking with plants can be gutsy and flavourful. With a light-hearted, playful approach to the photography and design, each recipe is laid out with all the ingredients on show, so readers […]

Believe it or not, Japanese cuisine in general is actually quite vegan-friendly, and many dishes can be made vegan with just a simple substitution or two. You can enjoy the same big, bold, salty-sweet-spicy-rich-umami recipes of modern Japanese soul food without so much as glancing down the meat and dairy aisles. And best of all, […]

From nourishing brekkies, salads and bowls to wholesome main dishes and divine desserts, Whole contains more than one hundred plant-based wholefood recipes for friends and family, striking the perfect balance between whole, simple, satisfying and tasty. It captures the distinct and covetable vibe of author Harriet Birrell’s beachside lifestyle, one where her priorities are good food, wellness, […]