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The Nasty Bits  by Anthony Bourdain
Intended for the fans of Anthony Bourdain, this is a collection of his journalism. Containing stories from his worldwide misadventures, it talks about scrounging for eel in the backstreets of Hanoi, the unglamorous aspects of making television, calling for the head of raw food activist Woody Harrelson, and confessing to lobster-killing guilt.

Paperback,  304 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

The Philosopher Fish  by Richard Adams Carey
Since the days of the Persian empire, caviar has trumpeted status, wealth, prestige, and sex appeal. Today it goes for up to one hundred dollars an ounce, and aficionados will go to extraordinary lengths to get their fill of it. According to acclaimed writer Richard Adams Carey, that's just the problem. In this spectacular jaunt, Carey immerses himself in the world of sturgeon, the fish that lays these golden eggs. What he finds is disturbing. Sturgeon population worldwide have declined 70 percent in the last twenty years, most drastically in the Caspian Sea. The beluga sturgeon, producer of the most coveted caviar, has climbed to number four on the World Wildlife Fund's most-endangered species list. Armed with a novelist's eye for human ec

Paperback,  352 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Fork It Over: The Intrepid Adventures Of A Professional Eater   by Alan Richman
He's sampled pig's tail in Shanghai, veal stew in Djibouti, and fish burgers in Tel Aviv. He's wisecracked his way into Louis Farrakhan's Chicago eatery and flunked out of the Paul Bocuse Institute in Lyon. From his first pastrami sandwich as a kid in Philadelphia to the jungles of Vietnam (where he was "the only soldier he knows who gained weight"), and to three-star restaurants in Paris, Richman has dined in more unlikely locations and devoured more tasting menus than any other three food critics combined. From practical advice to tales of the road (interviewing political dissidents in Cuba and, perhaps more dangerous, sharing a candlelit dinner with Sharon Stone).

Paperback,  336 pp,  $20.95. Buy now

Mangoes & Curry Leaves: Culinary Travels Through the Great Subcontinent   by Jeffrey Alford
Jeffrey Alford and Naomi Duguid travel to that vast landmass that the colonial British called the Indian Subcontinent. It includes not just India, but extends north to Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal and as far south as Sri Lanka. For people who love food and cooking, this vast region is a source of infinite variety and eye-opening flavors. Home cooks discover the Tibetan-influenced food of Nepal, the Southeast Asian tastes of Sri Lanka, the central Asian grilled meats and clay-oven breads of the northwest frontier, the vegetarian cooking of the Hindus of southern India and of the Jain people of Gujarat. A valuable book to gain an understanding of the relationships between the multifaceted cuisines of the Subcontinent.

Hardback,  416 pp,  $62.95. Buy now

The Kitchen Diaries  by Nigel Slater
�The food in The Kitchen Diaries is simply what I eat at home. The stuff I make for myself, for friends and family, for visitors and for parties, for Sunday lunch and for snacks. These are meals I make when I stop work, or when I am having mates over or when I want to surprise, seduce or show off. This is what I cook when I�m feeling energetic, lazy, hungry or late. This is the food that makes up my life, both the Monday to Friday stuff and that for weekends and special occasions. But without exception every single recipe in this book is a doddle to cook. Fast food, slow food, big eats, little eats, quick pasta suppers, family roasts and even Christmas lunch. It is simply my stuff, what I cook and eat, every day. Nigel�s food � for you.�

Hardback,  400 pp,  $59.99. Buy now

Perfect Egg and Other Secrets  by Aldo Buzzi
A witty, erudite little book about the joys of food with line drawings by the famous New Yorker artist, Saul Steinberg 'The writer who never talks about eating, about appetite, hunger, food, about cooks and meals, arouses my suspicion, as though some vital elements were missing in him.' Scholarly playful, idiosyncratic and witty, Aldo Buzzi's The Perfect Egg is an excursion into the food that has obsessed, provoked and intrigued the author through his life. A book of genial and highly refined chat, enriched with personal anecdotes, recipes and quotations from literature and history, it is a tribute to the profound pleasures of food.

Hardback,  160 pp,  $29.95. Buy now

Tarte Tatin  by Susan Loomis
With affection and gentle humour, Tarte Tatin provides a glimpse of the camaraderie, exquisite food and simple pleasures that are daily life in this glorious corner of Normandy. Anyone who has ever dreamt of starting their own small business will enjoy Susan Loomis's adventures as she sets up a cookery school and explores the heart and soul of traditional French cuisine. Included in this charming story are over 30 recipes, such as Ginger Madeleines, Chicken with Sorrel, Orange Wine, and Pear and Cream Tart. Susan's delightful sequel to On Rue Tatin takes us on a delicious journey to Louviers, in Normandy, where she and her family live in a restored convent and try to blend like locals into the customs and rhythms of daily life.

Paperback,  400 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

Toast  by Nigel Slater
A popular British cook describes his personal culinary odyssey, from dangerous encounters with his mother's weevil-seasoned cakes to being harangued by readers who think his Yorkshire puddings look like a woman's private parts. Hilarious, irreverent and mouth-watering, Toast captures thirty years of British cooking and the recipes that we have grown up with since the days when a grilled grapefruit was the last word in dinner party chic. Everyone has put up with the loved one who can only ever produce burnt toast. Nigel Slater is no different. Hair-raising accounts of hotels, the mystery of the disappearing condom and the seafood cocktail, and more, take readers behind the scenes of British cuisine to reveal the unlikely origins of a chef.

Paperback,  247 pp,  $24.99. Buy now

Bringing Tuscany Home; Sensuous Style from the Heart of Italy  by Frances Mayes
Bestselling author Mayes and her husband share the essence of Tuscan life as they have lived it, with specific ideas and inspiration for readers stateside to bring the beauty and spirit of Tuscany into their own lives

,  240 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Vatch's Thai Cookbook  by Vatcharin Bhumichitr
In this book Vatcharin takes the reader on a fascinating culinary journey through the land of his birth, skilfully outlining the geography, character and cultural traditions of Thailand's four main regions.

Paperback,  192 pp,  $24.95. Buy now

The Breath of a Wok; Unlocking the Spirit of Wok Cooking Through Recipes and Lore  by Grace Young and Alan Richardson
A guide to cooking with a wok offers a collection of wok recipes, food preparation tips, and anecdotes about the author's culinary experiences in the international kitchens of famous chefs, teachers, and celebrities

,  240 pp,  $49.95. Buy now

Fragrant Rice  by Janet De Neefe
In the aftermath of the 2002 tragedy comes an inspiring memoir which shows that Bali is still very much an island of warmth and hope. When Janet De Neefe stepped off the plane in Bali in 1984, she didn't expect to fall in love and make a new life there. She and her husband, Ketut, now run two of the most successful restaurants in Bali and an international cooking school. In this delightful lifestyle book with a difference, Janet shares many entertaining stories as well as delicious recipes handed down through her husband's family. With additional information about the book and the author in Fragrant Rice's new PS section, this title pays tribute to Bali's strength and spirit, as the island continues on the path toward healing.

Paperback,  320 pp,  $26.99. Buy now

In Buddha's Kitchen; Cooking, Being Cooked, and Other Adventures in a Meditation Center  by Kimberley Snow
Kimberley Snow's unique take on life at a Buddhist retreat centre exposes the inner workings of such an institution to be just as claustrophobic and amusing as any small college or private school. She brings her community to life

Paperback,  192 pp,  $25.95. Buy now

Circus Master: The Life of Le Cirque 2000 and Sir Io Maccioni  by Maccioni
Peter Elliot's biography of legendary New York restaurateur Sirio Maccioni. Described as a consummate gentleman and a perfect maestro, the life of Sirio Maccioni is a fascinating account of kings and queens, famous personalities and ordinary people. "Few can resist the courtly indulgence of Le Cirque� s brilliant ringmaster -- juggler of tables, dapper hand-smoocher, ego massager to generations of the high and the flighty." -- Gael Greene

Hardback,  352 pp,  $41.95. Buy now

Bel Vino  by Isabella Dusi
Isabella Dusi came from Australia to settle in Montalcino, a Tuscan mountain eyrie famous for its wine. This text is her account of life there, offering a rare insight into the anxiety, joy, fun and pressure of inhabiting this medieval village.

Paperback,  304 pp,  $22.95. Buy now

Return to Paris  by Collette Rossant
The sequel to the bestselling Apricots on the Nile. It is 1947 and Paris is recovering from the war. As soon as Colette's family arrives from Cairo, her mother abandons her yet again. Terribly homesick, Colette finds solace in the kitchen with the cook Georgette, and discovers a love for French food - roasted lamb stuffed with garlic, springtime strawberries bathed in creme fraiche, the first taste of truffle. And it is through food that Colette finds happiness in Paris, skipping school to go to the farmers' market in Port de Neuilly and dining in Michelin-starred restaurants with her new stepfather. Then at sixteen, she meets a dashing young American - and despite all opposition from her family, never looks back.

Paperback,  256 pp,  $21.95. Buy now

Easy Exotic  by Padma Lakshmi
New in paperback -- a tie-in to the upcoming 13-part series starting Padma Lakshmi, to air on the Food Network in September 2000. An international model, Padma Lakshmi's schedule leaves her with little time to cook, yet she has learned to create healthy and delicious meals that can be prepared in thirty minutes or less. From her family and experiences of travel, she has put together easy-to-prepare recipes for the health-conscious chef. The book contains 63 recipes from around the world, including India, Morocco, Asia, Spain, Italy, and France. Padma serves up low-fat versions of many exotic favorites, such as Tandoori Chicken Salad, Wild Mushroom Couscous, Bali Baked Fish, Penne All' Arrabbiata, and mouth-watering desserts like Warm Indian

Paperback,  128 pp,  $23.95. Buy now

Goomba's Guide to Life  by Steve Schirripa
The actor from HBO's popular series "The Sopranos" offers a humorous look at Italian American culture and includes his thoughts on his own journey from his Brooklyn childhood to success as an actor

Paperback,  234 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

Olives: The Life and Lore of a Noble Fruit  by Mort Rosenblum
In 1986 the author bought a small overgrown farm in Provence; with it, he discovered, were 150 neglected olive trees that were old when the Sun King ruled France. This book is the result of the obsession with the olive that gripped Rosenblum and took him on a journey to the outposts of olivedom. Rosenblum finds local politics reflected in the lush olive groves and uprooted trees in Israel, the mafia grip on the Italian trade, Spanish growers being forced to label their oil as Italian and impoverished growers in Tunisia storing their finest oil in Pepsi bottles.

Paperback,  316 pp,  $19.95. Buy now

Let Us Eat Cake  by Sharon Boorstin
A restaurant and food critic probes the connections women make with each other over food and cooking; celebrates the relationships among the women in her own life; and presents dozens of recipes from memorable times in her life.

Paperback,  326 pp,  $35.00. Buy now