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Deliciously simple Venetian dishes from the London restaurant Tucked away in a backstreet of London's edgy Soho district, POLPO is one of the hottest restaurants in town. Critics and food aficionados have been flocking to this understated bàcaro since it opened in 2009, serving up dishes from the back streets of Venice. A far cry from the tourist-trap eateries of the famous floating city, this kind of cooking is unfussy, innovative and mouth-wateringly delicious.From aperitivo to heavily-laden sharing plates and from desserts to drinks, the 140 recipes in the book include caprese stacks, zucchini shoestring fries, asparagus with Parmesan and anchovy butter, arancini, rabbit cacciatore, warm duck salad with wet walnuts and beets, crispy baby pizzas with prosciutto and rocket, scallops with lemon and peppermint, mackerel tartare, linguine with clams, soft-shell crab in Parmesan batter with fennel salad, walnut and honey semifreddo, tiramisù, bellinis and glasses of bright Aperol and Campari spritz.With luminescent photography by Jenny Zarins, which captures the unfrequented corners, the bustling bàcari and the sublime waterways of Venice, POLPO is a dazzling tribute to Italy's greatest hidden cuisine.

Champion of British pub food and Michelin-starred chef, Tom Kerridge has collected all of his best ideas, tips and tricks in this essential classic cookbook.‘A publican with star quality’ The Telegraph‘Tom raises the bar on pub grub’ Metro‘The talk of taverns up and down the country’ Independent_______‘My main goal is to show how achievable fantastic pub food can be to prepare – right in your own kitchen... the important thing is chillaxo relaxo, be inspired and feel good about whatever you prepare. Remember, proper food is the result of treating quality ingredients lovingly and with respect. They won't let you down!’Tom Kerridge’s idea of food heaven isn’t fussy gastronomy; it’s hearty comfort food with Michelin star magic. In this cookbook Tom proves that everyone can make proper pub food, and the only place he wants to see a foam is on the head of a pint of beer! Over 100 recipes reveal his secrets for making real food truly amazing, including perfected dishes from his childhood and special treats he serves at his own one-of-a-kind pub, The Hand & Flowers. These recipes are simply the best version you’ll ever have of the dishes everyone loves the most.With standout recipes including . . .· Treacle-cured beef with roast potatoes and Yorkshire puddings· Flash-fried sirloin steaks with mustard seed dressing· Slow-roasted shoulder of lamb with boulangère potatoes· Hot salt-beef bagels with pickled vegetables· Pork pie with piccalilli· Fish and chips with pea purée and tartare sauce· Smoked haddock fishcakes with fried egg and cheese sauce· Pork scratchings· Smoky bacon crisps· Steamed ginger puddings with vanilla custard· Apple and toffee crumble tart‘Every chef says their cooking is about making ingredients taste even more of themselves ­­­– Kerridge really does it’ Diana Henry_______Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

Pub mugs form an interesting aspect of Britain's history. They were not just drinking vessels, but also measures, and as such the subject of much regulation, because drinkers wanted to be sure of receiving what they had paid for. The pint itself has a chequered history and is an anomaly alongside today's metric system. The question of a fair pint has never been resolved: should it include the 'head' or not? Drawing from a wide range of sources, the author has brought together all these strands to give the first ever overview of 350 years of beer mug history.

A unique travel guide celebrating traditional British pubs - this book will take you to all the best watering holes you can reach by paddleboard, kayak or canoe.Hiking and cycling to pubs are already popular pastimes, but the best way to reach those pubs beside rivers, lakes, canals and the coast is to paddle there by kayak, canoe or paddleboard. This lively and fun guide covers the best of British.Plenty of paddle routes are featured from all over the UK, usually with more than one pub to choose from. Cruise down the Wester Ross shore of Scotland, with mountains on one side, the Isle of Skye on the other, and a refreshing pint waiting for you at the end. Paddle through a reclaimed industrial cityscape from Hackney Wick and stop for one of the capital’s best canalside cocktails. Or drift around the ribbon-like bends of the Cuckmere meanders of the South Downs and finish with a crisp white wine.Routes of varying lengths and difficulty through different types of scenery are included, along with detailed practical information: when to go, where to hire a canoe/kayak/paddleboard, parking, where to camp for longer trips, things to spot along the way, and much more.Packed with helpful maps and gorgeous photography, this inspiring travel guide to the best of British pubs will ensure you have plenty of good beer and great food for every pub paddle.

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERA feast of recipes that bring elevated pub food into the home kitchen . . . Tom Kerridge has gone back to his heartland with over 100 recipes that celebrate modern British cooking'TOM IS THE KING OF FLAVOUR-PACKED, NO-NONSENSE FOOD' ANDI OLIVER'One of our most celebrated chefs' Sunday Times'Warm-hearted, honest and joyful' Prue Leith'Next-level pub food' Paul Ainsworth_______Welcome to my PUB KITCHEN'British pub food has come so far over the past decade and it's been really exciting to see. In celebration, I've taken the most popular items on the menus in brilliant modern British pubs and given them a few fresh twists. This is food for everyone - it's the food I'm excited about, it's the food I like to cook at home, and I hope you enjoy it too.'Tom Kerridge has spent a lifetime perfecting next-level pub cooking. In Pub Kitchen he distils that knowhow into 100 super-tasty recipes for home cooks. Taking inspiration from modern gastropubs, Tom's recipes are simple, contemporary and delicious.With pub-inspired chapters including . . .· Snacks· Lighter Dishes· Fish, Meat and Veg Mains· Pies & Roasts· PuddingsRecipes include gastropub favourites like Creamy Prawn Tagliatelle and Steak and Ale Pies, twists on classics like Tempura Cod and Njuda Sausage Rolls, and of course loads of indulgent desserts like legendary Sticky Date and Banana Pudding and Apple Crumble.A stunning bible of brilliant pub recipes by Britain's best-loved Michelin-starred chef._______‘This book has everything I've always loved about Tom's cooking: clever, flavour-driven recipes, bursting with Tom's love of pub food’ Angela Hartnett‘A beautiful book that is packed with exciting and innovative takes on traditional pub classics’ Jessie Ware‘Generosity and flavour are at the heart of all Tom's cooking, and you'll find them in spades in this gorgeous book’ Hugh Fearnley-WhittingstallTom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

A murderous black comedy set in Hull's bleak economy, with too many questions and all the wrong answers. Lee, a soldier returning to Hull from two tours of Afghanistan, joins a losing pub quiz team. What they need is a bit of class, a bit of history of art, and a bit of literature.

"Erudite, quirky, and amusing." Sebastian FaulksObject Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things.The pub is an English institution. Yet its history has been obscured by myth and nostalgia. In this unique book, Philip Howell takes the public house as an object, or rather as a series of objects: he takes the pub apart and examines its constituent elements, from pub signs to the bar staff to the calling of “time.” But Pub also explores the hidden features of the pub, such as corporate control, cultural acceptance and exclusion, and the role of the pub in communities.

The scene that bulldozed the path from prog and glam to punk and new wave, pub rock was a short-lived phenomenon in the U.K., emerging amidst the bloated landscape of prog rock and an increasingly oppressive economic outlook.In the U.K. in the early ‘70s, in response to the glitz of glam and the pomp of prog there emerged a DIY, back to basics scene known as pub rock: no-fuss, grass roots rock’n’roll bands playing in tight, sweaty rooms to packed throngs in the Victorian pubs of north London. Pub rock was a relative flash in the pan, lasting only a handful of years, but it produced a seismic shift, bridging the gap between rock’s Baroque period and the ensuing punk and new wave scene, and crucially, restoring the visceral connection between artist and audience. Through trailblazing artists like Brinsley Schwarz, Dr. Feelgood and Kilburn and the High Roads, pub rock paved the way for countless acts of monumental stature including the Clash, Madness, the Sex Pistols, Blondie, and the Pretenders. Pub Rock explores the genre’s hardscrabble evolution, and examines its significant and enduring legacy.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe second bestselling book from 'the most joyous and brain-enhancing podcast out there' (The Times) - also including puzzles and a quiz!Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook bring you an alphabetical miscellany, taking on some of history’s best and most bizarre moments. Charge forth against the traitors of the American Revolution, journey through Baghdad to discover the origins of the Arabian Nights and head to Sicily to witness the first face-off between Carthage and Rome.Along the way you'll find the answers to questions like:- Was Henry V's great-grandfather, Edward III, the biggest lad in British history?- Which Mitford sister tried to seduce her girlish crush, Adolf Hitler?- Who are history's top 10 monkeys?- Why did the Romans inspire so much American science fiction?Dust off your tricorne hat, grab your lasso and get ready for a rollicking rollercoaster ride through the past . . . ‘All history podcasts have to be measured against The Rest is History. To listen to anyone else attempt to tell historical stories in audio form is to realise just how good Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland are’ James Marriott, The Times‘Holland and Sandbrook have reached a peak of listenability at which you’d happily hear them chortle through a history of paperclips or phonebooks’ Jasper Rees, Telegraph‘A global sensation . . . Dives into the past with raucous good cheer’ Wall Street Journal

The nation's favourite Michelin-starred chef shares his tips for transforming simple everyday recipes into sensational meals.‘Mouthwatering’ Daily Mail‘You'll fall in love. With Tom and his food’ Waitrose Weekend‘The reverse of intimidating’ Daily Telegraph_______‘I’ve included some of my favourite ways to whack in lots of flavour – I never miss a chance to give a dish extra depth and interest. These dishes about pleasure and generosity.... the key is to have fun too, in the kitchen and at the table.’Tom Kerridge is known for beautifully crafted food and big, bold flavours. Tom’s Table features 100 delicious everyday recipes so that anyone can achieve his Michelin-starred cooking at home. This is the sort of food you'll cook again and again, whether you bring his hearty and delicious recipes to quick mid-week meals or weekend dinners.Recipes include . . .· Cheddar and ale soup· Sunflower seed crusted sea trout· Weekend roast chicken· Lamb ribs with roasted onions· Green chilli con carne· Homemade ketchups· Popcorn bars· Boozy date and banana milkshake· White chocolate and pistachio blondies· Pecan tartFull of inspiring and achievable everyday dishes that will become your favourites too.‘These timeless recipes satisfy dinner guests of all culinary persuasions. With this collection of recipes in your arsenal you'll definitely be on your way to being a better chef’ Great British Food Magazine‘We can all get our teeth into these delicious recipes’ Living North_______Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge's all-time favourite recipes, cleverly crafted for the home cook with a trademark Kerridge twist.‘Hearty and enormous fun' Independent on Sunday_______'Every day I try to make each dish as good as it can be: my personal best ever. I like getting the balance of taste and texture just right, using familiar ingredients and creating big, intense flavours. I'm showing you all of the tweaks, tricks and techniques I've learned over the past twenty years or so, to transform the everyday into the spectacular.’As the most down-to-earth Michelin-starred chef on the food scene, Tom Kerridge has become known for his big flavours and beautifully crafted yet accessible food. And with more than 100 of his favourite recipes, Best Ever Dishes brings this spectacular cooking to the home kitchen.Tom starts with classics we all love such as tomato soup, chicken Kiev and rice pudding (plus a few new ideas of his own), then refines and elevates them to the best version that he has ever tasted. Give the Kerridge twist to a simple lasagne, and you'll discover that every mouthful is a taste explosion. Put a special spin on a chocolate tart, and you'll transform it into an exceptional, melt-in-the-mouth pud of the gods. There’s even a section on the basics including how to make the perfect gravy. With plenty of variety and everything from cheesy baked potato skins to hake with verjus butter, this book really will change the way you cook.‘Comforting, delicious looking dishes that you can't wait to tuck into’ Paul Ainsworth‘Full of new ideas, but the dishes are achievable for the home cook – and with Tom's upbeat encouragement, you can't fail’ Sainsbury's Magazine_______Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'The world's most successful history podcast . . . Holland and Sandbrook have pretty much reinvented popular history for the modern age' The TimesFrom the podcast legends who brought you The Rest is History comes The Rest is History Returns!This time Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook bring you an alphabetical miscellany, taking on some of history’s best and most bizarre moments. Charge forth against the traitors of the American Revolution, journey through Baghdad to discover the origins of the Arabian Nights and head to Sicily to witness the first face-off between Carthage and Rome.Along the way you'll find the answers to questions like:- Who was Jesus’s wife?- What would it have been like to live-tweet through the eruption of Vesuvius?- Why did the Romans inspire so much American science fiction?- Which Mitford sister tried to seduce her girlish crush, Adolf Hitler?- Who are history's top 10 monkeys?- Was Henry V’s great-grandfather, Edward III, the biggest ‘lad’ in British history?But that’s not all – this book also includes puzzles and a pub quiz. So dust off your tricorne hat, grab your lasso and get ready for a rollicking rollercoaster through the past . . .

This encyclopedia presents the many sides of America's ongoing relationship with alcohol, examining the political history, pivotal events, popular culture, and advances in technology that have affected its consumption.From the constant advertising messages from beer, wine and liquor manufacturers to parties, weddings, and other social gatherings where alcohol is served to after-work happy hours with coworkers, the influence and presence of alcohol are inescapable in the United States. According to a government source, 50 percent of American adults identified themselves as "regular drinkers" (having at least 12 drinks in the past year).This encyclopedia presents an overview of the entire history of alcohol in America from the first colonies to present day, focusing on the often-marginalized and pop culture aspects of alcohol use and misuse. Entries illuminate topics such as the favorite alcoholic beverages in America; how they are manufactured; the role of alcohol in everyday life, special events, and across history; the impacts of alcohol consumption on society and health; and much more. Connections and influences from outside the United States are also considered for some topics.

The long-awaited cookbook from Tom Kerridge’s legendary two-Michelin-star pub._______‘For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a passion for pubs. I love the heart they bring to a community, their laid-back vibe and their lack of pretension. I love the user-friendly style of food they offer. The recipes in this book reflect the journey we have been on...they show how we have driven dishes forward, pushed flavour forward.’The Hand & Flowers is the first (and only) pub in the world to acquire two Michelin stars. At this relaxed and accessible dining space in the heart of Buckinghamshire, Tom Kerridge serves up innovative, sophisticated dishes that masterfully reinvent and elevate British classics for the twenty-first century.This exceptional cookbook presents 70 of the best dishes that have ever appeared on the menu, including:· Roast hog with salt-baked potatoes and apple sauce· Slow-cooked duck breast, peas, duck-fat chips and gravy· Smoked haddock omelette· Salt cod Scotch egg with red pepper sauce and picante chorizo· Chocolate and ale cake with salted caramel and muscovado ice creamA fascinating insight into how Tom and his wife Beth set up and built their business and stunning celebration of one of the world’s best and most authentic restaurants.‘Contains recipes for dishes that have made The Hand and Flowers famous, and fans of Kerridge will lap them up’ Daily Telegraph_______Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

If you are struggling to lose weight but don't want to give up the foods you love, then Michelin-starred chef, Tom Kerridge's Dopamine Diet is for you. A diet that not only tastes great, it will make you feel happier too!‘Delicious recipes that will actually make you enjoy your health kick’ Independent‘The poster boy for achievable and sustainable weight loss’ Men’s Health‘Yes, this really is a diet! And it’s the most delicious one you’ll ever try’ Daily Mail_______‘I've always known that I'd only be able to stick to a diet that allows me to eat really delicious food... so I began to devise my own low-carb regime build around ingredients that can trigger the release of dopamine, the ‘pleasure hormone’.’Thanks to his Dopamine Diet, Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge shed eleven stone over three years. That's the same as 70 bags of sugar. If you're struggling with your weight and need to shift unhealthy pounds, this new approach makes it easy, and is guaranteed to make you feel happier in the process.Most people find it hard to keep to a long-term diet, but this one is different. The recipes feature ingredients that trigger the release of the ‘happy hormone’ dopamine in your brain, so it’s a diet that will make you feel good! Tom’s ‘dopamine heroes’ include dairy products such as double cream and yoghurt, good-quality meats including beef, chicken and turkey, and even chocolate. By ditching alcohol and starchy carbs in favour of plenty of protein, fresh fruit and veg, you will be eating meals that will help you shed the weight, whilst offering a satisfying intensity of flavour.Containing sugar-free recipes and flavour-packed meals including:· Spinach, bacon and mint soup· Roasted onion salad with fried halloumi· Shepherd’s pie with creamy cauliflower topping· Soy glazed cod with chilli, garlic and ginger· Braised beef with horseradish· Chinese pork hot pot· Chocolate mousse with sesame almond biscuitsThese are recipes that don't feel like diet food, and can be shared with friends and family. It worked for Tom and it can work for you. Give it a go! And lose weight the Dopamine Diet way._______For more heathly recipe inspiration check out Tom Kerridge's Lose Weight for Good, Fresh Start and Lose Weight & Get Fit.Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

Top chef Tom Kerridge shows you how to take control of what you eat, with more than 100 super-tasty, cook-from-scratch recipes to give your family a fresh start.‘Sustaining, nourishing, family-style recipes' Delicious‘Tom is the perfect person to kick us into a fresh start’ GQ‘Mouth-watering, achievable recipes’ Prima_______‘I’ve learned from experience how important it is to take control over what you eat, for the sake of your health and happiness. Now I want to show you that cooking amazing meals really isn’t as difficult as you might think.’Tom Kerridge’s Fresh Start is not a diet book, but it is about taking control. If you cook from scratch, you know exactly what is going into your food and can take responsibility for everything that you and your family eat. And with Tom’s guidance, you know it will taste amazing too.With more than 100 delicious recipes that include:· Tom’s BLT· Peanut chicken stir-fry noodles· Butternut squash and chickpea curry· Greek-style roast lamb · Coconut and raspberry loaf cake· Banana choc icesWhat's for dinner tonight? Recycle that takeaway menu, step away from the microwave and make the most of the amazing British produce with some real home-cooked food!‘Tom has written a book that advises without lecturing, uses tips and tricks we can all manage, and helps put us back in touch with real cooking’ Sunday Times‘Cooking from scratch has never been easier - or more tasty’ Bella_______Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

Peri-peri chicken, cottage pie, fudgy chocolate brownies – this is diet food with a difference. Top chef Tom Kerridge shows you how to shed the pounds and kick-start a more active lifestyle with maximum-taste, lower-calorie recipes.Expect MASSIVE FLAVOURS and NUTRITIONAL POWER-PUNCHES!‘High-flavour healthy recipes’ Sunday Times‘Dieting doesn’t have to mean deprivation’ Delicious‘Everyone will love Tom Kerridge’s hearty good-for-you meals’ BBC Good Food Magazine_______‘When I first set out to lose weight, I concentrated mainly on what I was eating, but now I know that it’s to do with fitness as well: the two working together is the winning formula for getting maximum results and maintaining those results long term. And the number one rule when it comes to eating well on a diet is to keep food interesting!’Having lost more than 12 stone in the last five years, Tom knows from experience how important it is to motivate yourself to start dieting and exercising – and to stay on track.With light bites and veggie feasts, meal-prep to see you through the week and tasty sweet treats, Tom has got it covered. The focus is on bold flavours and big portions sizes, so you’ll never go hungry and you’ll always feel satisfied.Recipes include . . .· Quick black dhal· Steak tacos with burnt corn salsa· Charred mackerel and potato salad· Lamb bhuna· Blueberry meringue sundaesAt the back of the book, you’ll find a fantastic bonus chapter with a cardio workout and strength exercises that you can do from home with minimal equipment. It’s all about taking control of your life in a positive way, so get ready to EAT better, DO more and LOSE WEIGHT with Tom Kerridge!‘Tom has used clever, cheffy tricks to keep the overall calorie count low while also cramming as much flavour as possible into meals that are easy for home cooks’ Delicious_______For more heathly recipe inspiration check out Tom Kerridge's Lose Weight for Good, Fresh Start and Dopamine Diet.Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER and The Daily Mail Best Cookbook of the Year 2022Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge shows you how to make everyday taste special with 100 fuss-free recipes using simple, economical ingredients._______‘I hope this book will mean there's one less thing on your list to stress about’ Tom KerridgeWith quick ways to add maximum flavour, Tom shares how to make the most of your supermarket staples for any cooking style, occasion, and mood. There are:Low shop recipes that use up things you’ve got leftQuick meals that go from cupboard to table in 30 minutesOne pot dishes that do all the work for youMake ahead meals that take the stress out of cookingAnd amazing, easy dishes like- Cheddar and chutney sausage rolls- Crispy-skin mustard chicken- Smoky beef and bean pie- Creamy mushroom and sage lasagne- Self-saucing cherry and chocolate puddingSometimes you don’t want to faff about with harissa and hand-ground spice blends. When you just want great recipes from a professional chef who can dish up the best flavours you never imagined from ‘normal’ ingredients, this is the book for you.‘I've always admired the down to earth charm of Tom Kerridge and the way he suffuses his kitchen know-how into tips to use at home. In his latest book, you'll find ideas to take you from Monday lunch to Sunday suppers with creativity and ingenuity’ Good Housekeeping_______Tom Kerridge’s new book, The BBQ Book, is out now.

Released in 1986, Hunters and Collectors’ album Human Frailty is one of the most important Australian albums of the last two decades of the twentieth century. It was pivotal in the group’s career and marked the group’s move into pub rock. It is unashamedly concerned with love and desire. The album challenged traditional understandings of Australian masculinity while playing music to predominantly male audiences. No other Australian group would have dared, or indeed been able, to get their audience to roar ‘You don’t make me feel like a woman anymore,’ the culminating line off Hunan Frailty’s first track, and the first single taken from the album, “Say Goodbye”. The second track on the album, “Throw Your Arms Around Me” has become an Australian standard, an anthem sung drunkenly more by women than men, in pubs, at weddings and similar occasions. Human Frailty is an album that transcended the critical categories of its time.

Released in 1986, Hunters and Collectors’ album Human Frailty is one of the most important Australian albums of the last two decades of the twentieth century. It was pivotal in the group’s career and marked the group’s move into pub rock. It is unashamedly concerned with love and desire. The album challenged traditional understandings of Australian masculinity while playing music to predominantly male audiences. No other Australian group would have dared, or indeed been able, to get their audience to roar ‘You don’t make me feel like a woman anymore,’ the culminating line off Hunan Frailty’s first track, and the first single taken from the album, “Say Goodbye”. The second track on the album, “Throw Your Arms Around Me” has become an Australian standard, an anthem sung drunkenly more by women than men, in pubs, at weddings and similar occasions. Human Frailty is an album that transcended the critical categories of its time.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'The world's most successful history podcast . . . Holland and Sandbrook have pretty much reinvented popular history for the modern age' The TimesFrom the podcast legends who brought you The Rest is History comes The Rest is History Returns!This time Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook bring you an alphabetical miscellany, taking on some of history’s best and most bizarre moments. Charge forth against the traitors of the American Revolution, journey through Baghdad to discover the origins of the Arabian Nights and head to Sicily to witness the first face-off between Carthage and Rome.Along the way you'll find the answers to questions like:- Who was Jesus’s wife?- What would it have been like to live-tweet through the eruption of Vesuvius?- Why did the Romans inspire so much American science fiction?- Which Mitford sister tried to seduce her girlish crush, Adolf Hitler?- Who are history's top 10 monkeys?- Was Henry V’s great-grandfather, Edward III, the biggest ‘lad’ in British history?But that’s not all – this book also includes puzzles and a pub quiz. So dust off your tricorne hat, grab your lasso and get ready for a rollicking rollercoaster through the past . . .

What makes a perfect pint of Guinness? What are the criteria for a great pub? And where can you find them?Ian Ryan, founder of Sh*t London Guinness and Beautiful Pints, can answer these questions and help you find a beautiful pint, wherever you are.We’ve all got a friend who claims to know where you can get the best pint of Guinness. From the pub to the pour, it’s an experience. And if anyone knows this best, it’s London-based Corkman Ian Ryan – founder of Sh*t London Guinness and Beautiful Pints.From the all-important different elements of a Guinness pour to what to look for (and what to run a mile from) when sourcing beautiful pints, as well as a crème de la crème list of pubs around the world to visit, Ian shares his expertise from many a pint of plain sank and enjoyed. By the end of it, you’ll be able to claim that you know where to get the ultimate pint of Guinness in town. See you at the bar sometime.

‘This book is my love letter to the UK, and a celebration of all of the things that I have come to adore, from its food and wine to its history and villages. Vive les Anglais!’This is what (a lot of) the French think about the UK:the food is bland and boringthe wine is undrinkableit's always raining and greythe British don't have sexthey're meek, mild and reservedthey've got no sense of stylethey're arrogantAnd anyway, who would want to swap a juicy steak au poivre for deep fried cod and chips?Fred Sirieix would. Ever since he boarded a P&O ferry bound for Dover with a one-way ticket and just two suitcases, he has been in love with the UK. Working as a waiter at the famous three-Michelin-starred restaurant La Tante Claire in Chelsea aged just 20, he learned English, met people from all walks of life, and went dancing until dawn. It was glorious madness. His appetite for life propelled him to sample everything this country could offer: culture, travel, drink and food… always food. From the pastel-coloured beach huts on the Southwold Promenade to the coast of Oban; from stumbling across Stonehenge to strolling past St Paul’s Cathedral; from the explosive first taste of salt and vinegar crisps to being introduced to Indian curries; and from deciphering regional expressions to loving a woman say ‘je t’aime’ like Jane Birkin – this is Fred’s mission to debunking French myths about the Brits. ‘Moving here was the best decision I have ever made. Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité is still dear to my heart, but so is my personal motto: learn forever, enjoy life and make a difference. I’ve got Britain to thank for that.’

Perfect lawn stripesCrisps in sandwichesBarbeques in the rainNot making a fussCold pints in a beer garden These are a few of Fred Sirieix’s favourite things about the British.Ever since he boarded a P&O ferry bound for Dover with a one-way ticket and just two suitcases, this Frenchman has fallen head over heels for the UK.Seriously British is his love letter to the country’s food, landscapes, culture, food and drink (yes, a sparkling white wine from Cornwall can be as crisp and delicious as a French champagne). Full of personal insight, fascinating history and hilarious stories, this is a book that celebrates all the great things about our unique country.‘Moving here was the best decision I have ever made. Liberté, Egalité, Fraternité is still dear to my heart, but so is my personal motto: learn forever, enjoy life and make a difference. I’ve got Britain to thank for that.’

In this primer that Publishers Weekly says, "aspiring authors will want to study," prospective nonfiction authors will learn insight and advice from industry insiders.So many people want to write a book. They dream of holding their work in their hands, seeing their name on the spine. They feel passionate and invigorated, ready to take action. They know it won’t be easy; it takes grit, initiative, and commitment. But with the right mindset and the right plan, publishing a book is within every writer’s reach.In Hungry Authors:The Indispensable Guide to Planning, Writing, and Publishing a Nonfiction Book, writers and publishing experts Liz Morrow and Ariel Curry offer aspiring authors an engaging, hands-on resource that includes:Hope and optimism about the publishing landscapeA fresh and humorous perspective on the work and business of being a writerA practical roadmap for ideating, planning, writing, and publishing a bookTips and tricks for how to get an agent or publisher’s attention, even without a huge platformAccess to dozens of extra resources on the accompanying website, www.hungryauthors.comGood books don’t happen by accident. They happen because the author has a plan every step of the way, from their book’s structure to the publishing path that’s best for them. Any author with a great idea and a boatload of gumption can write and publish an impactful nonfiction book, and Hungry Authors is the tool every writer needs to make that happen.

'I’ll tell you what gets me riled up, what gets me dark and dirty, what Speaks to the Spiders living in my Soul and makeS me loSe my Shit'Are you Angry? We are, so we wrote a play and stole a bass guitar which I’m sure we’ll fit in somewhere.Written partially in verse; partially in rap but mostly in swear words ANGRY is not quite like anything you’ve ever seen but quite similar to a lot of different things you may have seen. Join us as we get loud, we get violent, we get furious beyond the government-approved safety level. We will shout at you, we will swear at you, we will spill our rage at the world upon you... but we expect nothing less than the same in return.Winner of The Sunday Times Playwriting Award 2015, ANGRY is the rallying cry of a generation with nothing left to say; part gig, part drinking game and not for the faint of heart.ANGRY has courted controversy across the country with its poetry-cum swearword script and its punk-funk music stylings. Come watch a bunch of twenty somethings in their pants, punch drums and each other to the rhythms of their inner children crying. Described as 'The most important thing I've seen at NSDF, in any year' in Noises Off magazine, ANGRY promises to be a night worth remembering.

A riotous new comedy from award-winning playwright Richard Bean, author of One Man, Two Guvnors.April 1642. Sir John Hotham, Governor of Hull, is charged by Parliament to secure the arsenal at Hull and deny entry to King Charles I. If only it were that simple. With a Royalist siege outside the city walls and the rebellion of the mob within, Civil War seems inevitable and losing his head more than probable.

The new collection from multi-award-winning playwright Richard Bean. Contains the plays, Great Britain, The Nap, Pub Quiz is Life, Pitcairn and Kiss Me.Foreword by Sir Nicholas Hytner.

Sad Little Man is a stand-up tragedy set performed by the mind of a young man in shock. Described as “a stunning, bittersweet story” and “theatrically beautiful” by Noises Off Magazine, a combination of performance poetry, physical theatre and projection tell the story of the many lives of Lee and someone he loves.Written by Josh Overton, winner of The Times Playwriting Award 2015, and created by the Pub Corner Poets, Total Theatre Emerging Company 2015 award nominees.