ALWAYS DELICIOUS

by Lauraine Jacobs, Potton & Burton, $49.99

In Always Delicious, this leading New Zealand food writer brings together 100 of her favourite recipes from her column in the NZ Listener.

A new cookbook is always a treat, but there’s something truly delicious about one that sings the praises of our homegrown produce and artisans. Lauraine is an ardent champion of the local food scene, especially small producers, regional specialty foods and farmers’ markets. The six sections cover salads and vegetables, savoury dishes, fish, meat, sweets and desserts – all complemented by Liz Clarkson’s superb images. With tips on the best season to prepare each dish, this is a simple but sophisticated collection that embraces all things Kiwi.