Plant One On

Laura Wright’s debut cookbook (named after her award-winning blog) is full of mouthwatering plant-based dishes accompanied by gorgeous photographs. She writes thoughtful, approachable recipes that range from smoothies to hearty mains to desserts, and she marks the ones that might require a little advance planning or extra time. This collection is great not only for vegans but also for anyone looking to introduce more creative vegetable dishes into their repertoire. — Alanna Lipson The First Mess Cookbook (Penguin Canada) by Laura Wright, $35.