Another 1001 things to do...

There and numerous lists of 1001 things we need to do before we die – read certain books, visit various tourist landmarks, art to see. Now the challenge has broadened with the addition of 1001 foods we must eat.
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Turquoise picks up award

Turquoise by Greg and Lucy Malouf has won the International section of the IACP cookbook awards. Finalists in the James Beard Foundation Cookbook Awards have also been announced. Winners and finalists >>>

Series continues

Fairfax Books has produced two new titles in its series featuring recipes from The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald food writers. They are Seafood and Baking. Previous titles include Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.
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My free eBook - The Novice Cook

Learning to cook is a wonderful voyage of discovery. If you're keen to learn but don't know where to start, download my free eBook, The Novice Cook. Learn about setting up a store cupboard, understanding the recipe jargon, learning the techniques and lots more. Read more >>>

What I'm reading

The Year of Eating Dangerously Tom Parker Bowles. ISBN 9780091904913, Ebury Press

This was among the Christmas gifts I received from The Spouse and it's proving to be a hugely entertaining read. Tom sets off on a palate-challenging journey that stretches his delicate constitution to its limits.

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What I'm cooking from

Food of Greece Vilma Liacouras Chantiles, ISBN 9780671750961

For many years I've corresponded with a retired physics professor in Oregon. Periodically a book lands in my letterbox that he thinks I might enjoy. A 1979 edition of his one arrived after I mentioned I had a Greek neighbour. It's full of interesting snippets of information and great flavourful Greek dishes for all seasons.

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