Vegetarian Heartland

“Informed by traditional comfort food, her recipes are seasonal, vibrant odes to a too-often overlooked part of the country.” —Food 52 Showcasing the heartland dishes we all love made vegetarian, this cookbook provides a literal and visual feast of creative, generous cooking that’s born in the traditions of the Midwest but transcends geographic boundaries. Celebrated photographer and blogger Shelly Westerhausen presents 100 wholesome, meatless recipes for everything from drinks to desserts. Thoughtfully organized by the adventures that make a weekend special—picnics, brunch, camping and more—this gloriously photographed book will inspire folks to eat well, wherever their vegetarian ventures lead them. Celebrating a fresh perspective in food, here’s a new go-to that’s perfect for vegetarians and anyone looking for more delicious vegetable-forward meals. “Generous vegetarian recipes that I’d love to sit around the table and eat.” —Anna Jones, award-winning author of A Modern Way to Cook “Represents a wholesome comfort food at its finest. Whether you’re a seasoned vegetarian or simply looking to start incorporating more plant-based meals into your daily grind, this cookbook—packed to the brim with feel-good recipes and stunning photography—is for you.” —Ashlae Warner, creator of the award-wining blog Oh, Ladycakes

Platters and Boards — Entertaining dishes and party dishes your guests will love Entertaining and party dishes from Platters and Boards: Celebrated author and food blogger Shelly Westerhausen shares the secrets to creating casually chic spreads anyone can make and everyone will enjoy (and envy) in her bestselling Platters and Boards cookbook. This visual cornucopia of a cookbook is the guide to entertaining with effortless style. Platters and Boards is an inspiring resource for throwing unforgettable get-togethers: Organized by time of day, 40 contemporary arrangements are presented with gorgeous photography, easy-to-prepare recipes, suggested meat and drink pairings, and notes on preparation and presentation. Helpful advice includes: Tips on portioning Guides to picking surfaces and vessels Recommendations for pairing complementary textures and flavors A handy chart featuring board suggestions for a variety of occasions (from holiday parties to baby showers) Fans of Cook Beautiful, The Art of the Cheese Plate, InStyle Parties, Magnolia Table, and Cravings will love Platters and Boards.

Born out of the popular blog Kale & Caramel, this sumptuously photographed and beautifully written cookbook presents eighty recipes for delicious vegan and vegetarian dishes featuring herbs and flowers, as well as luxurious do-it-yourself beauty products. Plant-whisperer, writer, and photographer Lily Diamond believes that herbs and flowers have the power to nourish inside and out. “Lily’s deep connection to nature is beautifully woven throughout this personal collection of recipes,” says award-winning vegetarian chef Amy Chaplin. Each chapter celebrates an aromatic herb or flower, including basil, cilantro, fennel, mint, oregano, rosemary, sage, thyme, lavender, jasmine, rose, and orange blossom. Mollie Katzen, author of the beloved Moosewood Cookbook, calls the book “a gift, articulated through a poetic voice, original and bold.” The recipes tell a coming-of-age story through Lily’s kinship with plants, from a sun-drenched Maui childhood to healing from heartbreak and her mother’s death. With bright flavors, gorgeous scents, evocative stories, and more than one hundred photographs, Kale & Caramel creates a lush garden of experience open to harvest year round.

A much-needed guide for the novice as well as the long-time vegan. It contains extensive information for vegans, including dietary exchange lists for meal planning, sports nutrition for vegans, vegan meal plans and one-week menus, delicious, quick recipes for readers who don't enjoy cooking but want to live healthily, vegetarian history and plenty more.

From the author of the bestselling Platters & Boards comes a beautifully photographed recipe collection and styling guide that shows you how to easily create lovely, abundant spreads for every occasion. Tables & Spreads is a must-have cookbook and resourceful styling guide from bestselling author Shelly Westerhausen. Here are more than 60 easy-to-prepare recipes plus behind-the-scenes insight into creating a beautiful, inviting table for every occasion, including tips on choosing a theme, styling your food in creative ways, and achieving that "wow factor" with linens, flowers, music, and more. There are 20 visually striking spreads that range from Ladies Night Lettuce Wraps to a Christmas Morning Dutch Baby Party, Dips for Dinner, and a Boozy Bloody Mary Bar. Rich with gorgeous and instructive photography, Tables & Spreads is inspiring yet totally accessible, perfect for home cooks who like to host gatherings of all sizes, and those who loved Shelly's first book, Platters & Boards. Complete with timelines, shopping lists, diagrams, and more, this book includes all the tools you need to make every meal delicious and unforgettable. • NEXT LEVEL ENTERTAINING: Tables & Spreads takes easy entertaining to the next level with additional recipes and robust guidance on casual styling of beautiful platters and tables for any number of guests. • ON TREND: The simple but impactful guidelines in this book speak to the way people are eating and entertaining today—often casually, with beautiful presentation, and a "help yourself" mentality. This book teaches us how to do that elegantly and create gorgeous grazing tables whether you're preparing a "snack dinner" for one, a family brunch, or a large-scale wedding or holiday table. • FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: Anyone can make successful, beautiful spreads with these easy-to-follow guidelines and visual inspiration. These grazing spreads offer low-effort, high-impact results with easily sourced ingredients to feed a crowd—perfect for anyone that loves to eat and entertain. Perfect for: • Fans of Shelly Westerhausen and of Platters & Boards • Ina Garten and Martha Stewart fans who are always looking for creative & tasty ideas • People who seek inspiration in tablescaping, arranging, menus, and party inspirations

From the author of the bestselling Platters and Boards and Every Season Is Soup Season comes this delightful deck of 35 essential recipes for soups and all the fixings. Soup is the ultimate comfort food for all seasons. In a handy box with a sliding tray, discover recipe cards with easy-to-make creamy chowders, hearty chilis, chunky minestrones, fresh gazpachos, and more, plus meat add-ins, crunchy toppings, and zesty drizzles that make enhancing leftovers a breeze. A helpful guidebook includes tips for balancing flavors and storing tasty soups so you can enjoy them again and again. A perfect gift or stocking stuffer for soup lovers, home cooks, college students or recent grads, and new homeowners, the Soup Deck is an appetizing addition to any kitchen. MORE TASTY RECIPES FROM BELOVED AUTHOR: Shelly Westerhausen Worcel, author of the bestselling books Platters and Boards, Tables and Spreads, and Every Season is Soup Season, delivers another dynamite package full of stunning photography and accessible recipes. Her soups are downright delicious, and her ideas for reinventing them couldn't be more creative. Feast your eyes on the gorgeous photography, then fill your belly with a bowlful of tasty soup! GREAT VALUE: Soup and one-pot meals are the best—they're simple and inexpensive to make yet filling and comforting to eat. They also provide great leftovers. With easy base recipes and tons of ideas for customizing a bowl of soup and dressing up leftovers, this handy deck is an arsenal of soup know-how for much less than the cost of a traditional cookbook. EASY RECIPES WITH VEGETABLES: More and more people are looking for ways to eat healthier and sneak more plants into their diet. This deck offers a collection of vegetable-forward and plant-based recipes that are easy to adapt for omnivores. GREAT COOKING GIFT: Give this deck to the cook in your life alongside a Dutch oven, wooden spoon, or a stack of soup bowls. Attractively priced to make the perfect add-on gift or stocking stuffer. Perfect for: Soup lovers and followers of #Souptember Home cooks of all levels Busy professionals who enjoy leftovers for lunch Parents seeking easy-to-customize meals Gift-givers looking for a lovely holiday or housewarming present or anytime gift for foodies Fans of Platters and Boards, Tables and Spreads, Every Season Is Soup Season, and such bestselling cookbooks as The Soup Book, Ina Garten's Modern Comfort Food, or Jamie Oliver's One

Whether you've been vegan for years or are travelling as one for the first time, this guide is packed with insight and advice on where to go, and the best vegan restaurants, accommodation and cities. From cooking classes in India to wildlife watching tours in New Zealand, Lonely Planet shows you how to explore the world on a plant-based diet.

This is a thorough update for this cruising season, with extensive details on every vessel traveling in the Mediterranean. The author, a cruising veteran, covers all facts from level of service, cabin size, decor and layout, to ship amenities, passenger/crew ratio and dining options. Sailing routes are reviewed candidly, and the pitfalls and bonuses of each are given, making you an educated cruise traveller. Port profiles are tailored to the cruising visitor -- taxi tours, dockside phones, the best shops, plus a list of operators who are familiar with cruise schedules and will get you back to your ship on time. You'll find walking tours and out-of-town attractions keyed to detailed maps. The coverage includes Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Corsica, Sardinia, Italy, Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Black Sea, Lebanon, Syria, Israel, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco and the Atlantic Isles of the Canaries, Madeira and the Azores.