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4 cookbooks to inspire you this summer

Summer invites bold flavours, effortless meals, and cooking that’s made to be shared. This season’s standout cookbooks celebrate vibrant Southeast Asian stir-fries, the sunlit charm of citrus, and the elegance of modern French fare. Whether you’re planning alfresco dinners, family-style lunches, or simply looking for fresh inspiration, these beautifully crafted cookbooks bring global flair and relaxed creativity to your summer table – perfect for warm evenings, long weekends, and thoughtful Christmas gifts for food lovers.

The New French Kitchen

With 70+ recipes, this beautifully presented guide brings a modern twist to French flavours using everyday ingredients, approachable techniques, and plenty of vegetarian options.

Author : Géraldine Leverd

Publisher : Murdoch Books

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Life-Changing Salads

This inspiring collection of 100+ plant-based recipes features bold flavours, wholesome ingredients, and inventive dressings – perfect for sharing with family in every season.

Author : Danielle Brown

Publisher : Penguin Random House

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The Wolf of Wok Street

This collection of over 80 authentic Southeast Asian recipes – from dumplings to stir-fries – brings restaurant-quality wok cooking to your home kitchen for wonderfully delicious meals.

Author : Vincent Lim

Publisher : Hardie Grant Books

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For the Love of Lemons

From crisp salads to indulgent sweet treats, this vibrant collection of Italian-inspired recipes celebrates zest, charm, and timeless appeal of lemons in every part of life.

Author : Letitia Clark

Publisher : Hardie Grant Books

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