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Vegetarian See also: Vegetables Cornucopia at Home Eleanor Hefferman Cornucopia, the long standing Dublin restaurant, has released this beautiful tome filled with every sort of vegetarian dish one could dream of. Every aspect of the book was put together lovingly by long time restaurant staff. The book is coded for special diets and food sensitivities, and lots of stories of the heralded restaurant itself. Hardcover, 467 pp. $85.00. Rebar Cookbook  Audrey Alsterberg and Wanda Urbanowicz A landmark cafe in Victoria, this book serves up delicious vegetarian food, even for those who aren't vegetarian. Softcover, 256 pp, $29.95. The Desert Rose Cafe Cookbook Resa Lent From The Desert Rose Cafe in Elora comes this bright and fun book, full of ethnic vegetarian recipes. Owner and ched Rosa Lent operated the cafe for over 30 years, serving up the likes of vegetable curry with coconut milk, corn chowder, and lentil burgers. There are also lots of sweet treats, such as blueberry sour cream pie and butter tarts. Thanks to Resa's ongoing aid work in Africa a portion of all sales will go to support projects in Africa. Coil-bound, 116 pp. $25.00. The Wild Vegan Cookbook "Wildman" Steve Brill Using both foraged foods and rarer natural foods, wild foods expert Steve Brill brings a whole new element to vegan cooking. Cattail relish, Indian-style milkweed rice, and violet polenta casserole are a few of the strange and wonderful recipes. Steve Brill is a foraging guide and lecturer who often works with the Stone Barns Center for Food. No photos. Softcover, 500 pp. $31.95. The Indian Vegan Kitchen Madhu Gadia From nutritionist and author of New Indian Home Cooking comes this book, full of quick, healthy, and vegan recipes. Featured are everything from breakfasts and sides, to rice, pulses, and grains. There are also flatbreads and desserts, and sections concerning Indian ingredients, as well as how to eat vegan for optimum health. No pictures. Softcover, 226 pp. $23.50. Supermarket Vegan Donna Klein For anyone currently eating according to a vegan diet, or for those who wish to but are intimidated by the ease of finding ingredients: Donna Klein comes to your rescue. Supermarket Vegan is full of vegan recipes, the ingredients for which are all easily available at the local market. The likes of Kansas City-Style Two Bean Chilli with an accompanying Southwestern-style Cornbread is easy to prepare and assemble, and should please even non-vegans. No pictures. 162 pp. $23.50. The Vegetarian Option Simon Hopkinson The well-known British cooking expert who made his reputation with Roast Chicken and Other Stories, $29.95, turns his creative eye to meatless cooking for the first time. The recipes are organized in sections vegetables, herbs, pasta, pulses and grains, rice, eggs, and fruit. This is very much in the style of older vegetarian books with more eggs and dairy, richer than usual in contemporary vegetarian cooking which is tending more to the vegan spectrum. But as Simon Hopkinson says, he does not expect to become vegetarian any time in the foreseeable future. Colour photos. Hardcover, 224 pp, $55.00. The 30 Minute Vegan Mark Renfield A vegan cookbook for the short on time, The 30 Minute Vegan is full of recipes for quick and easy vegan food. Recipes include white bean-tarragon soup, chipotle chile-rubbed southwest tempeh, homey vegetable stew with dumplings, and many more. There are also some raw food options. No food photography. Softcover, 348 pp. $24.00. Vegan Yum Yum Lauren Ulm Vegan and blogging are popular companions and this author has an award winning blog that is sensible as it is informative. Now comes the book which is equaling appealing. Although you might have to hunt for some ingredients most are readily available. Recipes are good for everyone not just vegans, and many are budget conscious as well. Softcover, 290 pp. $25.95. Get It Ripe Jae Steele Canadian authored books on vegan cooking are filling up the shelves quickly these days. Not only vegans but those on restricted diet are turning to a vegan diet that also promotes unrefined and unprocessed foods. Steele, offers up soy-free, nightshde-free, gluten-free as well as vegan recipes. Softcover, 271 pp, $23.95. Clean Food Terry Walters Terry Walters vision of “clean” food is one in which the food source is close to the eater thus creating a low-carbon footprint. Although the word vegan does not appear, the recipes are egg-, dairy-, and meat-free. Even if you do not wish to live a totally vegetarian life, it is a great book for those who wish to have more grains in their diet, or who are trying to use up the produce that seduced them in a farmer’s market. No illustrations. Hardcover, 290 pp. $35.00. Cooking With Kurma Kurma Dasa A wide-ranging and conprehensive vegetarian cookbook from Australian chef Kurma Dasa, Cooking With Kurma offers a variety of meat-free dishes, heavily influenced by world food and particularly Indian cuisine. There are also chapters on bread, accompaniments such as chutney and pickles, and desserts. In a special ingredients section Dasa also provides instruction for making homemade spice blends and ingredients such as coconut milk. Lots of colour photographs throughout. Hardcover, 244 pp. $19.95. Quick Vegetarian Dishes Kurma Dasa From Kurma Dasa, proclaimed as Australia's vegetarian guru, comes this cookbook specifically aimed at the short of time. Full of recipes quick to prepare and cook, such as koftas in tomato sauce and open faced sandwiches of pears and gorgonzola, this book will will have you whipping up meat-free meals in no time. Also includes a section on cooking with fruit, as well as soups and finger foods. Colour photographs throughout. Hardcover, 220 pp. $19.95. Vegetarian World Food Kurma Dasa Australian vegetarian chef Kurma Dasa offers his take on flavours and specialities from around the world in this well presented vegetarian cookbook; Mediterranean recipes include ricotta cheese filled pastries and pumpkin dumplings with sage scented butter. There are also chapters from India, Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia and the Americas. Dasa doesn't restrict himself to the savoury though, there are also delectable sweet recipes such as Turkish nut pastries in syrup and carob fudge cake. Full colour photographs throughout. Hardcover, 213 pp. $19.95. College Vegetarian Cooking Megan Carle In a time when vegetarianism is becoming more frequently a lifestyle choice, especially for young people, this book can help ease the mind of worried parents that their college-bound, veggie offspring has the resources to eat right. Full of healthy but tasty and accessible recipes the book is divided into useful sections such as "Avoiding the Freshman 15," "Dinners for One," "Party Food," and "Impressing your Date." Softcover, 154 pp. $24.95. The Vegan Table Collen Patrick-Goudreau Serve up pan-grilled Portobello mushrooms with herb-infused marinade, roasted red pepper and walnut spread, or pumpkin curry, and your guests will never realize they are eating vegan. The author of the Joy of Vegan Baking ($24.95) also has suggestions for seasonally appropriate menus. Each recipe has a nutritional breakdown. Colour photos. Softcover, 304 pp. $21.95. The Vegan Cook’s Bible Pat Crocker The more than 250 recipes will temp both vegans and non-vegans. But along with the recipes, Pat Crocker has collected a wealth of information that will help people decide if a vegan diet is for them. If the answer is “Yes!her guide to ingredients will help maintain that new lifestyle. Colour photos. Paper, 381 pp. $27.95. Almost Meatless Joy Manning If, like Mark Bittman and Michael Pollan, you are trying to eat less meat without actually cutting it from your diet, or are trying to spend less on food, this is good place to start.. Many of the recipes combine small amounts of meat with other protein sources such as beans or tofu. Other times the recipes feature meat with greens or other vegetables. With loads of colour and a variety of flavours, these dishes show that almost meatless offer satisfaction for both the eye and the palate. Colour photos. Softcover, 148 pp. $30.95. Grow and Cook Brian Tucker This is an excellent book for those wanting to grow and prepare their own fruits and vegetables from seed to plate. Tucker explains simple techniques and rules for the home vegetable gardener – sound advice from someone who has been growing his own vegetables from a time when it was an essential part of post-war austerity. Softcover, 192 pp. $8.95. The Engine 2 Diet Rip Esselstyn Need to be as strong as a firefighter? How about a firefighter from Texas? It’s completely attainable with Rip’s instructions for healthy eating and muscle building exercises. The diet focuses heavily on eating the proper balance of protein and consuming a variety of whole gains and vegetables. The book focuses on daily exercise, health myths, and includes a weekly meal planner to get you started. Hardcover, 273 pp. $27.99. Entertaining Vegetarians Celia Brooks Brown Entertaining vegetarian-style doesn't mean it's all tempeh and tofu. Find easy recipes and tips for tasty vegetarian fare (and some vegan too,) just right for both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Whether you need to entertain or simply add new meat-less dishes to your repetoir, Entertianing Vegetarian has it covered. Softcover, 159 pp. $15.99. Great Chefs Cook Vegan Linda Long Not someone to jump on the bandwagon, Long has been a vegan for over 30 years. She has gathered some of America's top chefs who have created three and four course vegan meals. Boulud, Trotter, Ripert, Keller, Vongerichten, are just some of the contributors who raise the bar with their vegan cooking. Hardcover, 272 pp. $38.95. Market Vegetarian Ross Dobson Market Vegetarian is a delicious no-fuss recipes from top Sydney's cook Ross Dobson. He proves that vegetarian cookingt doesn't have to be labour intensive or dull. this book features more the 80 recipes. Ross has contributed to a number of cookbooks and is the auther of the bestselling, Chinatown and Kitchen Seasons. Hardcover, 160 pp. $28.95. Back to top

Vegan A Go-Go! Sarah Kramer Sarah Kramer is a Vegan Superstar; she was named "The World's Coolest Vegan" by Herbivor Magazine, and her first three cookbooks sold 150,000 copies. This mini cookbook is great for travelers who are intimidated by the idea of going on the road and not finding the kind of nutrition vegan food they enjoy at home.Vegan a Go-Go! makes life for vegan on the Go-Go a lot less stressful and a lot more fun. Hardcover, 230 pp. $17.95. Eat, Drink & Be Vegan Dreena Burton This is the latest title from vegan cook extraordinaire Dreena Burton. As in her previous two books the focus is on delicious, simple to prepare dishes for everyday family meals that nonetheless are stunning enough for entertaining. Lemony Cashew-Basil Pesto on Pasta and Moroccan Infused Vegetable Phyllo Rolls are two such tempting recipes. The sweets chapter features even more of her ever-popular cookie recipes plus party-worthy desserts; an added bonus is that all the recipes are or can be made wheat-free. Helpful kitchen and ingredient section. Softcover, 243 pp. $25.95. Mediterranean Harvest: Vegetarian Recipes from the World's Healthiest Cuisine Martha Rose Shulman Many classic vegetarian dishes are featured here, including Turkish Imam Bayaldi, Italian Frittata, and Greek Spanakopita. However, there are other less familiar recipes to whet the appetite - Red Wine Risotto with Cauliflower and Tunisian Vegetable Ragout sound delicious. Shulman has written over 25 cookbooks and appeared on radio and television. Hardcover, 398 pp. $46.50. V Cuisine Angeline Linardis For those cooks bored of the same old stir-fries and stews, Angeline Linardis brings you creative flavour combinartions and dishes featuring vegetables, fruits and grains that bring out the best of vegan cooking. Bulgar-stuffed Avocadoes, and New Potatoes in Almond Cream are but two examples of the delicious offerings in this book. Whether you are cooking for a party or feeding kids on a schoolnight, V Cuisine contains new ideas for everyday vegan dining. Colour photographs. Softcover, 224 pp. $29.95. Veganomicon: The Ultimate Vegan Cookbook Isa Chandra Moskowitz The latest effort from the duo who brought us Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World, Veganomicon aims to be the all purpose, Joy of Cooking-type cookbook of the vegan kitchen. There's more emphasis than other vegan books on basic recipes, such as pie crust for savoury and sweet dishes, how-tos for cooking grains, making your own seitan. Handy extras include menus and many soy- and gluten-free recipes. Hardcover, 298 pp. $33.00. The Gluten-Free Vegetarian Kitchen Donna Klein With the number of food allergies on the rise more people are choosing to eliminate common triggers, like gluten, from their diet. Vegetarians are no exception. This is a welcome book given that so many equate vegetarianism with eating lots of wheat in the form of bread and pasta. Full of tasty but never diffcult recipes, many of which will suit vegans, this is a great choice for vegetarians in general looking for some new ideas to try. Nutritional information is available for each dish, but sadly, no photos. Softcover, 212 pp. $23.50. ReFresh Ruth Tal Essentially a 2nd edition of Juice for Life, this update has new recipes and a sleek modern look, to correspond with the name change and upgrade of the eponymous Toronto restaurant and juice bar. Innovative food, luscious juices, and the ever popular rice bowls are here. The dishes are perfect for those days when you crave healthy but tasty fare, whether or not you are a dyed in the wool vegan. Softcover, 211 pp. $28.99. The Flexitarian Table Peter Berley Here is a book that solves the problem of feeding the family vegetarians and meat eaters without cooking two separate meals. Peter Berley (Fresh Food Fast,$27.95) has created recipes for which you can use either a vegetarian or meaty main ingredient: charmoula lamb/tempeh kebabs or smoked salmon/sun-dried tomato croque monsieur. Even better, the recipes are organized into season menus complete with game plan and hints. Bright graphics with colour photos. Hardcover, 342 pp. $33.95. The Vegetarian Cook's Bible Pat Crocker A culinary herbalist, Pat Crocker always blends her recipes with a concern for the health benefits they may bestow. To that end, the first third of this book is devoted to both matching bodily systems with ingredients that benefit them most(eg. almonds are #1 for musculoskeletal system health) and detailing the overall health benefits of specific ingredients. The remainder of the book features dishes that will take you from breakfast to dinner, many of them vegan friendly. No nutritional breakdown. Colour photos. Softcover, 382 pp. $27.95. Quick-Fix Vegetarian Robin Robertson A good choice for the vegetarian on the go, this book includes tasty and fast meal ideas with particularly good main-course salads and inventive pastas. The recipes are full of fresh ingredients with a minimum of store bought items, allowing for speed but keeping the dishes healthy too. There is also a chapter of soups and stews for slow cookers, mostly the 4 quart size. Softcover, 210 pp. $18.99. Vegan Vittles Jo Stepaniak Even if you decide to skip the heavy lashings of rhetoric here, be sure to take a look at the helpful guide to when to buy and when to skip organic fruits and vegetables. Some dishes—radical Reubens, delectable Devonshires and better burgers make use of various vegetarian meat substitutes. A vegan version of lox and cream cheese features roasted red pepper in place of the salmon. No photos. Softcover, 243 pp. $21.95. Vegetarian Food for Friends Jane Noraika Noraika, head chef at London veggie mecca Food for Thought, here presents elegant and tasty dishes perfect for entertaining. Whether your guests are vegetarian or meat-eaters who would normally expect meat at a gathering no one will leave the table unsatisfied. With recipes for both casual get-togethers and formal occasions you are sure to find the perfect thing to serve at any time of year. Softcover, 143 pp. $18.95. Back to top

The Ethnic Vegetarian Angela Shelf Medearis Modern and authentic African, Caribbean, Native American, Creole, Cajun, and Southern vegetarian recipes. Compiled as a tribute to the author's ancestors the dishes are for those who want to eat more healthfully without giving up the foods that are part of their personal and cultural identities. Softcover, 272 pp. $27.95. Vegan Italiano Donna Klein Italian sensibility gives meat/egg/dairy-free cooking a real flavour boost. With the most basic of designs - two recipes per page and no photos, this book is all about the recipes. Eggplant cacciatore, Tuscan-style baked bread and tomato soup with basil or wild mushroom pizza with caramelized onions are just a sample of dishes anyone - vegan or not - would want to try. Softcover, $23.50. Veggie Chic Rose Elliot The "Delia" of British vegetarian cookery, Rose Elliot made her name with bean and lentil recipes. Now more than three decades on, her refined and sophisticated repertoire is worthy of a three star restaurant. Hot hazelnut-coated vignotte with red currant relish, bloody mary jellos, and portobello steaks en croute will lure you out of the meat camp. Colour photos. Hardcover, $32.95. Foods That Don't Bite Back Sue Donaldson A great tutorial for those 'falling out of love with meat.' Vegan cooking made simple and tasty. The Sweet Potato & Pecan Salad With Lime Vinaigrette on page 62 is perfect for an afternoon picnic. Softcover, 160 pp. $19.95.   Vive le Vegan Burton Dreena Simple delectable recipes for the Everyday Vegan Family. Dreena, mother of two, proves animal free meals using simple methods and wholesome ingredients such as whole grains,beans,nuts and seeds are disarmingly easy to prepare 200 pp. $23.95 ExtraVeganZa Laura Matthias Laura Matthias uses the produce from her organic farm on British Columbia’s Saanich Peninsula to produce the freshest of vegan cuisine—mixed heirloom potato hashbrowns, creamy basil oyster mushroom pasta, lemon maple blueberry pie and more. Colour and black and white photos. Paper, 286 pp, $29.95. Easy Vegetarian: Simple recipes for brunch, lunch and dinner A colour photo for every recipe this can’t be a vegetarian cookbook?! Simple yet tasty. Recipes abound in freshness. For those who aren’t even vegetarian but want to eat well. Hardcover, 240 pp, $22.95. Café Flora Catherine Geier with Carol Brown The dishes from the Seattle landmark vegetarian restaurant combine freshness with sophistication. Though not entirely vegan, many of the recipes are suitable for those shunning both eggs and dairy. Hardcover, 258 pp, $36.00.   Vegetarian Suppers from Deborah Madison’s Kitchen Deborah Madison Still creating great vegetarian recipes after all these years (The Greens Cookbook, $45.00, her first cookbook came out in 1987), Deborah Madison serves up more than 100 tasty ways to get dinner onto the table quickly. Those who wrinkle up their noses at the mention of tofu may be seduced by the skillet-seared tofu with two sauces. Corn omelette with smoked mozzarella and basil is another winner. Colour photos. Hardcover, 229 pp, $39.95. The Contented Vegetarian Matthew Drennan and Annie Nichols Combining step-by-step photos, an ingredient and equipment guide along with a mouthwatering selection of international vegetarian recipes, this is a good choice for the novice vegetarian cook with a sophisticated palate. Paper, 192 pp. $34.99. Neither Meat nor Fish Sergio Mei and Rossano Boscolo Informed by Mediterranean cuisine, this collection of vegetarian recipes from the executive chef of the Four Seasons Milan is the most awe-inspiring since The Natural Cuisine of Georges Blanc (o/p). Beautifully styled photos. Hardcover, 243 pp, $165.00. Low-carb Vegetarian Celia Brooks Brown Don't let the low carb in the title put you off, as this is a book anyone interested in healthy, interesting vegetarian recipes should consider. Nutritional analysis for each recipe. Softcover, 138 pp, $16.95. Olive Trees and Honey Gil Marks From Alsace to India, vegetarian dishes have always been an important component of Jewish cooking. Along with mini essays about ingredients and traditions, Marks serves up dishes like Syrian spinach soup, Romanian vegetable stew and Indian lentils with ginger and lemon. Hardcover, 454 pp. $42.99. Café Paradiso Seasons Denis Cotter Cork’s Café Paradiso is one of the world’s great vegetarian restaurants. Baked pumpkin, cashew and yogurt curry, savoy cabbage dolmas of wild rice, leek and eggs in truffle oil or risotto of parsnip, salsify, and sage with beet crisps please both the palate and the eye. Colour photos. Hardcover, 290 pp, $43.95. Fresh at Home Ruth Tal Brown and Jennifer Houston From immunity-boosting elixirs to chocolate almond peanut butter pie, the Toronto restaurant (formerly Juice for Life) shares its most popular vegan recipes.B & W photos. Paper, 215pp, $28.00. Entertaining Vegetarians Celia Brooks Brown Fast and uncomplicated recipes for a frantic world. Takes the guess-work out of what to feed a vegetarian among the carnivores at your table. Softcover, 159pp., $29.95. Moosewood Restaurant Celebrates The Moosewood Collective The Moosewood Collective has consistently provided us with quality vegetarian recipes for thirty years and their latest offering is no exception. ‘Celebrates' gives us festive, vegetarian specialties for every season, all of them are fabulously simple recipes. Available in both Hardcover ($60.00) and Softcover ($37.95), 416pp. The Complete Vegetarian Handbook Kathy Farrell-Kingsley Boost your repertoire with over 70 tasty, healthful recipes. Perfect for beginners or the seasoned vegetarian. It also contains detailed notes on ingredients and techniques. Softcover, 280 pp. $29.95. Everyday Greens Annie Somerville Home cooking from the celebrated author and chef at Greens. Simple, relaxed dishes like the Linguine With Arugula, Sun-dried Tomatoes and Ricotta Salata (p. 243) are a joy. Hardcover, 394 pp. $63.00. Entertaining For A Veggie Planet Didi Emmons Practical and charming, this book is packed with entertaining ideas for the real, hurried world. Big, bold flavours like the Portobello "Burger" With Chipotle Ketchup (page 174) are inspiring. Softcover, 470 pp. $29.95. Back to top

How It All Vegan! Tanya Barnard & Sarah Kramer A great book for the beginner vegan or vegetarian, the recipes are quick and simple, requiring no more equipment or ingredients than what probably inhabit the shelves in your kitchen already! Filled with great kitsch black & white photos. (Softcover, 224 pp. $22.95. The Garden of Vegan Tanya Barnard & Sarah Kramer A continuation of the tasty, simple alternatives to meat and dairy consumption outlined in their first volume, this book also gives helpful hints to living a total vegan lifestyle. Please try the Pear Ginger Pecan Bread on page 172. Softcover, 256 pp. $22.95. The Bold Vegetarian Chef: Adventures in Flavour with Soy, Beans, Vegetables and Grains Ken CharneyAdventurous and exciting vegetarian cooking! Please try the Roasted Red Pepper and Chanterelle Mushroom Pasta (p. 202) or the Chard, Fresh Fennel and Red Onion Salad with Feta and Mint (p. 286). Hardcover, 313 pp., $44.95. The Jumbo Vegetarian Cookbook Judy Gillies and Jennifer Glossop A great resource for both parents and children who are (or are thinking about becoming) vegetarian. The recipes are easy to follow and multicultural. Includes basic cooking terms, helpful hints, safety tips and menu ideas for the aspiring vegetarian chef. Very cool. $16.95. Recipe: Peach Banana Sorbet. The Everyday Vegan Dreena Burton For those who strive to incorporate vegan elements, for health or personal reasons, into their everyday life, Dreena Burton provides some suggestions on how to transform into a vegan mindset. With simple instructions, shopping lists and personal tales it is a good introduction to becomming a vegan. Softcover, $22.95. Recipe: Mediterranean Tortilla Pizzas. Back to top

Juice for Life Ruth Tal Brown More than just another juicing book, Juice For Life also serves up the best in vegan and wheat-free cooking. $24.99. Recipe: JFL Burger Mix The Soy Dessert and Baking Book Brita Housez Now that soy-based ingredients are readily available, you can enjoy their healthful benefits in your favourite desserts! This is full of simply yummy recipes that require little preparation and baking time. You needn't fear tofu any longer! $25.95. Recipe: Tangy Lemon Cake Diet for a Small Planet, 20th Anniversary Edition Frances Moore Lappe The book that taught us the personal and social significance of a new way of eating is still important and relevant today. Change yourself and the world by changing the way you eat. $23.95. Tofu Mania Brita Housez For the tofu-phobic, a much needed book on incorporating it into common everyday dishes such as macaroni and cheese without totally displacing all the ingredients we hold near and dear. Some colour photos. $12.95. Greens Cookbook Deborah Madison & Edward Espe Brown Extraordinary vegetarian food with a focus on high-quality seasonal ingredients, and few recipes for tofu. Great for entertaining -- your guests will not even notice the lack of meat. Still one of our favourites. Hardcover, $45.00. Back to top

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