NEW to the shelves of the TASTE & TRAVEL library.

The TASTE& TRAVEL library contains books, old and new, that we use to cook and read our way around the world. Here are some recent additions.

Chinese Takeout in 5 by Kwoklyn Wan (Quadrille, 2021)

A clever little book that puts tasty Chinese meals together in a snap using a minimalist ingredient list plus a few pantry staples. Wan grew up in a Cantonese restaurant and knows how to get flavour on the table, fast.

Nose Dive by Harold McGee (Penguin, 2020)

Welcome to the osmocosm! A detailed exploration of the chemistry of smells, in the kitchen and the wider world. A long read, and a worthy one.

Flavors of the Sun by Christine Sahadi Whelan (Chronicle, 2021)

An informative guide to the ingredients used in the Middle Eastern kitchen, from the New york emporium that has been importing them for more than 100 years. With recipes and helpful “ten more ways to use” lists.

Après All Day by Kelley Epstein (Chronicle, 2021)

if the idea of relaxing by the fire with a drink and a nourishing nibble after an active day outdoors appeals this cozy cookbook offers plenty of ideas for healthy but delicious cold-weather cooking.

Southern Sugar by Belinda SmithSullivan (Gibbs Smith, 2021)

The Southern US has a troubled history with sugar but this prettily photographed book celebrates the unifying force that is the Southerner's (very!) sweet tooth. Bakers and dessert lovers will find much to drool over.

Southern Grit by Kelsey Barnard Clark (Chronicle, 2021)

A fresh take on the classic comfort food of the South, along with tips for entertaining and achieving a laidback lifestyle amid the demands of a modern life. Lavishly photographed.

How to Grill Vegetables by Steven Raichlen ( Workman, 2021)

The guru of BBq turns his attention to the vegetable kingdom with his usual technical expertise and affinity for global flavours. Lots of new ideas for outdoor cooking this summer.