Hardie Grant Books

London is home to a multitude of international cuisines and some of the world's best restaurants. Following the success of J'aime Paris and J'aime New York, Alain Ducasse compiles a list of his favourite eating haunts in England's capital, including restaurants, cafes, bars, markets, hotels and food specialists. He offers an invaluable list of places to visit alongside sumptuous photography. Glimpse the luxurious interiors of Balthazar, Keith McNally's Parisian-style brasserie in the heart of Covent Garden, or the elegant Georgian townhouse, York and Albany, that is Gordon Ramsay's ambitious venture in Regent's Park. Take note of Ducasse's recommendations for visiting Maltby Street Market — this is the place to come for pastrami-packed reuben sandwiches at Monty's Deli or a custard doughnut from the St. John Bakery. Read about the origins of La Fromagerie, London's bestloved cheese shop, which houses an on-site maturing cellar, pungent walk-in cheese room, delis and caf. Covering seasonal hotspots, multicultural restaurants, classic London destinations and the best suppliers in the city, J'aime London is an invitation to discover the culinary offerings of the capital.

Fresh and Light is Donna Hay's answer to finding the perfect balance. Designed to complement her hugely popular, existing repertoire, it is full of new recipes that combine fresh and flavoursome ingredients. Ditch the diet and find the balance — Fresh and Light is mindful of fat and carbohydrates, but focuses on flavour and variety, without the guilt. With chapters divided by meals, Fresh and Light offers a multitude of recipes for those times when you're seeking something a little more virtuous. Start your day the right way with five-grain porridge or asparagus, tomato and feta egg-white omelette. Store up an array of go-to recipes for fast but healthy weekday dinners such as lemon and goat's cheese roasted chicken, red quinoa, kale and haloumi salad or thai green curry chicken skewers. Treat yourself but feel a little more innocent doing it with Donna's chocolate, pistachio and almond biscotti or berry and ricotta slice. Donna shares her fool-proof recipes for light breakfasts, tasty lunch tips and fast dinner solutions to give you ideas for every time of the day. This book is the answer to that constant juggle for the perfect balance, with a focus on ease and flavour, but always leaving room for the little indulgences in life.

There's never been a tougher time to be a gentleman. In addition to the general vulgarity of the modern world, he has to contend with all manner of things: the dramas of social media, the practicalities of being metrosexual and still taken seriously at work, and juggling his finances in these cash strapped times. Or does he? Who is this man who is seen slipping with ease between the office and the smartest parties, dressed in the most elegant clothes, oozing charisma and cool? Why, he is man of style and taste. Alfred Tong shares his insider tips with every aspiring gentleman, from what to wear and how to keep your clothes looking in top shape, to which jobs to chase after and how to plan the perfect romantic evening, all without breaking the bank.

In 2005 Steve Jobs gave his first and only 'commencement address' — a lecture given to a graduating class of 23,000 students at Stanford University in the US. This lecture resulted in 26 million views once it hit the web. An opportunity for Jobs to pause and reflect, the lecture allowed Jobs to provide a personal and professional summation of his remarkable life. Steve Jobs' Life By Design is based on this lecture, as George Beahm connects the dots and provides the examples, context and perspective from Jobs' life to expand on each lesson Jobs shared.

100 Iconic Dresses is a collection of the greatest moments in fashion history, beautifully illustrated by Megan Hess. Fashion is an ever-changing, ever-inspiring beast; but there are certain dresses that capture a moment in history, the spirit of a generation and the indefinable energy of a fashion icon. 100 Iconic Dresses is a collection of Megan Hess's illustrations of the most iconic dresses throughout fashion history that will continue to resonate with audiences and viewers in decades to come. From the elegant, such as Audrey Hepburn's simple black shift or Princess Di's never-ending wedding dress, the quirky, such as Bjork's Swan Dress or the Liz Hurley safety-pin dress, to the simply unforgettable — such as Marilyn's famous moment in white in The Seven Year Itch. Interspersed with historical anecdotes, famous quotes, and scene-setting landscape illustrations which enlighten the reader of the social themes surrounding the fashion moment in question, this book is an elegant and immersive introduction to the moments that shaped fashion — and how fashion, in turn, shaped our lives.

A visual feast celebrating cats found throughout the world. Cute and uplifting, this book celebrates cats everywhere, with photographs taken all around the world, it is a quirky take on cats happily ensconsed in life everywhere on the planet. From Morocco to Norway, Africa to Asia.

Men In This Town is a street-style journal capturing men with a distinct look in their natural lifestyle. From five distinct cities around the world — New York, Tokyo, Milan, London, and Sydney — photographer, art director, and blogger Giuseppe Santamaria brings together a unique photographic collection showcasing the styles of the modern man. Giuseppe seeks out the everyday man in each city whose dress sense speaks volumes about who they are. Alongside striking images captured from the streets, Giuseppe has chosen a handful of men from each city with a particular, distinct style and photographed them in their various attire, as well as profiled them about their particular approach to fashion and their sense of the menswear scene today. Men In This Town will fascinate anyone with an interest in fashion, photography, and the street-style culture of the everyday man across the world.

This lavishly photographed interiors book shows how to leave behind design rules to create truly beautiful, original interiors. For over 20 years, Kit Kemp has been at the forefront of the international design community, with her signature style that mixes contemporary elements with antiques and junk-shop finds, luxurious fabrics with printed wallpapers and hand finished detailing with collections of simple objects that create impact. She avoids taking design too seriously, playing with scale, colour and pattern to create very personal, handcrafted spaces. Alongside the stunning images of room sets and detailed close-ups will be the inspiration behind Kit's work and her tips for creating your own version of her style at home. Interiors are meant for living in, and the key is to create a space that is comfortable, beautiful and reflects who you really are.

A Month in Marrakesh is a celebration of the wonderful tastes and sensational allure of Morocco. Inspired by his frequent trips to Marrakesh, Andy Harris has scoured the maze-like souks for the best flavours, and has produced a wealth of exotic-tasting recipes with fresh ingredients and minimum fuss. You'll be enticed by the delicious tagines, the tasty snacks and the delicate sweet pastries. Part cookbook, part travelogue, Andy leads you through a spectacular pageant of flavour and colours of the Medina, from the pulsating market square, to timeless winding alleys and tranquil gardens. David Loftus illustrates the recipes with stunning location photography that will have you smelling the fragrant aromas of the spice market with every turn of the page. A Month in Marrakesh is a sumptuous book that captures the soul of this remarkable and unique city.

Nuovo Mondo is the coming together of new and classic-style Italian cooking. It is the story of an older Italian man, Stefano de Pieri, and his young apprentice, James McDougall, who explore the Italian food scene past and present. In 120 recipes they cook dishes of depth and texture where poaching, steaming and smoking (among more standard techniques) are part of the Italian gastronomic lexicon. The recipes are straightforward, but not dumbed-down — and always have an eye on the importance of flavour, texture and presentation. Savoury recipes include Scallops flamed in grappa, 'New age' bolognaise, Lobster ravioli, risotto of wild sorrel, with desserts such as Honey and mascarpone mousse and Chestnut panna cotta.

Twenty portraits from the 1920s through to the 1060s, of iconic film stars at their most stylish. These postcards celebrate the golden age of Hollywood, showing the important role of fashion and styling in creating the mystique surrounding the stars of the time, from Marlene Dietrich to Greta Garbo, Clark Gable and Rita Hayworth.

How many times have you opened the pantry or fridge door and thought there's nothing to eat? This book is your saviour. Whether it's pasta or rice from the pantry or vegetables from the fridge, best-selling author Donna Hay will show you how to take everyday ingredients and turn them into delicious weeknight dinners. Donna is of the school that believes if you have an egg in the fridge, you have a meal on the table. So long as you have the versatile basics on hand, all you need to do is grab a few fresh vegetables or herbs on your way home and you have a quick meal and flavour some dinner on the table. Divided into chapters according to ingredient — such as eggs, pasta, noodles and rice, chicken, beef, fruit and chocolate — simple dinners provides delicious, easy recipes to create at home. And no Donna Hay book would be complete without her signature tips and tricks, helping you get the most out of your ingredients. This book is proof that the simplest things are often the best. It will change the way you think about cooking.

How many times have you opened the pantry or fridge door and thought there's nothing to eat? This book is your saviour. Whether it's pasta or rice from the pantry or vegetables from the fridge, best-selling author Donna Hay will show you how to take everyday ingredients and turn them into delicious weeknight dinners. Donna is of the school that believes if you have an egg in the fridge, you have a meal on the table. So long as you have the versatile basics on hand, all you need to do is grab a few fresh vegetables or herbs on your way home and you have a quick meal and flavoursome dinner on the table. Divided into chapters according to ingredient — such as eggs, pasta, noodles and rice, chicken, beef, fruit and chocolate — simple dinners provides delicious, easy recipes to create at home. And no Donna Hay book would be complete without her signature tips and tricks, helping you get the most out of your ingredients. This book is proof that the simplest things are often the best. It will change the way you think about cooking.

Eating what's fresh and in season is one of life's simple pleasures. In her beautiful new book, number-one-selling author, Donna Hay, provides easy recipes with fresh flavours and new ideas to help you enjoy the best of every season. From the delicious Pan-fried Salmon and Fennel Salad of spring, to a summery Flat-roasted Chicken with Almond and Mint, and comforting winter roasts and desserts, Seasons is both a visual delight and feast for the senses. Following from the success of last year's fast, fresh, simple, the new book promises to be another bestseller for Mother's Day and beyond.

Celebrate the life of our Queen with these varied depictions on 12 beautiful postcards from every decade of her reign.

In the wake of Steve Jobs's recent death, the overwhelming interest in not only the details of Jobs's personal life, but also of his business philosophy, has naturally extended to other business titans, including to the one other person who is and always will be compared to Jobs: Microsoft Corporation founder Bill Gates. Consistently ranked as one of the world's wealthiest men — as well as one of the most controversial founders and CEOs in history — businesspeople of all stripes have for years taken their cues from Gates, using his words and business strategies to help create and grow their own companies. Despite the fact that he has certainly had his critics throughout the years, after he left running the day-to-day operations of Microsoft in 2008 to devote himself full-time to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, a kinder, gentler side began to emerge. People involved in their own philanthropic efforts, whether in a professional or part-time capacity, began to take a second look at the man. Impatient Optimist: Bill Gates in His Own Words will appeal to both sorts of readers: business people as well as the more philanthropically minded.

New York is home to a multitude of international cuisines. Following on from the popularity of J'aime Paris, join Alain Ducasse on a tour of his favourite New York eating haunts. The Big Apple's restaurants, cafes, bars, markets, hotels and food specialists have been compiled in this gorgeous book, and also includes a handy booklet with the 150 addresses so it's easy to pop in your bag. Filled with stunning, evocative photography, J'aime New York will be divided into the chapters including: Urban Pastoral u seasonal hotspots that lend a small time feel in the big city New York — Capital of the World u diverse multicultural restaurants New York, New York u restaurants that are quintessentially New York The Sweet Life u best places for desserts and baked goods for those with a sweet tooth.

Fast, fresh, simple is not just a cookbook, it s the Donna Hay antidote to toady s whirlwind life. With Donna s help and the confidence of tested shortcuts and time saving tips to freshen up every recipe, you can rediscover entertaining and cooking as the wonderful, relaxing shared adventure it s meant to be. The fast chapter offers sweet and savoury options for cooks who need to deliver big results in the barest minimum of time. Home at six and dinner on the table by six-thirty? Donna s recipes are bound to save the day. In the fresh chapter, Donna looks to the classics and explains how to deliver all the flavour without the fuss of time-consuming preparation. Donna reinvents the old favourites and gives them a fresh edge. If there is a short cut, trust Donna to have found it. In the simple chapter, she reveals how to take fresh produce and a few store-bought standbys and turn them into a collection of recipes that will become essential weapons in your culinary arsenal. No Donna Hay food journey is complete without the tips, hints and know-how to pull everything together. We eat with our eyes first and Donna knows the way to our hearts through images and presentation that lift smells, texture and tastes off the page and onto our plates.

Marque is a highly illustrated, contemporary recipe book, celebrating and reflecting on Marque, the successful Sydney restaurant. Also included is the personal journey of Mark Best from West Australian mining electrician to world class chef. and approximately 80 of Marque's signature recipes. Most will be complete dishes but the book will also contain a myriad of smaller recipes and techniques which are the backbone of chef, Mark Best's creations. A stunning book to treasure as both a compilation of beautiful recipes and a record of one of the world's best restaurants.

A beautifully packaged cookbook and highly personal culinary and cultural journey through the diverse regions of Vietnam. Join Luke Nguyen on a culinary and cultural journey through the country of his heritage to discover the people and recipes that have endeared Vietnam to the millions of travelers who visit each year. Luke Nguyen's Vietnam follows his trip from northern Vietnam down to the south, through marketplaces and kitchens of strangers and family alike to find the best recipes Vietnam has to offer. Luke records his experiences with the people he meets and the places he visits along the way, breathing life into the classic recipes of Vietnam, from pho to banh mi and everything in between. Luke Nguyen's Vietnam is a culinary showcase of Vietnam filled with heartwarming stories, breathtaking location shots, and mouthwatering food photography — a must-have cookbook that will be treasured for years to come.

Introducing a brand new range of gorgeous stationery from Hardie Grant Books! The second design in this unique stationery range by Michelle Mackintosh features a lovely design centred around fabric and buttons. The range features three formats: journal, set of 3 mini note-books and boxed cards. The range is fully illustrated and has an attractive, modern design with fabric cover on the journal.

Introducing a brand new range of gorgeous stationery from Hardie Grant Books! This beautiful stationery range by Pip Lincolne features original photographs from Pip's highly successful Make Hey! craft book and celebrates Pip's inimitable creative style. The collection includes a journal, set of 3 mini notebooks and boxed notecards.

Fortune magazine proclaimed Jobs 'the CEO of the decade'. Harvard Business Review called him 'the world's best-performing CEO'. And the Wall Street Journal praised him as a 'Person of the Decade'. The longtime CEO of Apple, Inc., which he co-founded in 1976, Steve Jobs stepped down from that role in August 2011, after a long battle with his health, bringing an end to one of the greatest, most transformative business careers in history. Over the years, Jobs has given countless interviews to the media, explaining what he calls 'the vision thing' — his unmatched ability to envision, and successfully bring to the marketplace, consumer products that people find simply irresistible. Job's untimely death on October 5th shocked the world, with many sharing their respect and sympathy on the very instruments that he created. 'I, Steve' is drawn from more than three decades of media coverage — print, electronic, and online — this book serves up the best, most thought-provoking insights spoken by Steve Jobs: more than two hundred quotations that are essential reading for everyone who seeks innovative solutions applicable to their business, regardless of size. It's the perfect gift or reference item for everyone interested in this icon.

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, the new classics has everything you've ever wanted to cook. The essential book for every kitchen, it's exactly the food that we want to cook and eat now. A gorgeously rich and deluxe hardback with stunning finishes and embellishments, presented in Donna's trademark elegant, simple style, the new classics is the perfect gift, coffee table book or kitchen bench reference book.