The Allotment Cookbook

A guide to cooking with seasonal ingredients

Pete Lawrence author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Orion Publishing Co

Published:4th Feb '16

Currently unavailable, our supplier has indicated it should be available around 29th January 2025

The Allotment Cookbook cover

This illustrated cookbook offers seasonal recipes and encourages a sustainable lifestyle through cooking with fresh, local ingredients, as seen in The Allotment Cookbook.

Inspired by the changing seasons, The Allotment Cookbook is a beautifully illustrated guide that connects the art of cooking with the rhythm of nature. It explores the culinary delights of spring, summer, autumn, and winter, showcasing how to prepare the freshest and most flavorful dishes throughout the year. Each recipe is thoughtfully crafted to celebrate local British produce, ensuring that every meal is not just delicious but also reflective of the season's bounty.

The book features a range of delectable recipes, including Fishcakes with Wilted Chard, Red Pepper and Feta Fritters, Rocket Pesto with Sirloin, and Panna Cotta with Poached Rhubarb. These dishes highlight the importance of using seasonal ingredients, encouraging readers to embrace a natural and sustainable approach to cooking. The Allotment Cookbook serves as a reminder that you don't need a large garden to enjoy the benefits of homegrown produce; even small spaces can yield satisfying results.

With its easy-to-follow recipes and emphasis on local sourcing, The Allotment Cookbook invites everyone to reconnect with their food and the environment. Whether you are an experienced gardener or a novice in the kitchen, this cookbook offers inspiration to grow your own ingredients and discover the joys of seasonal cooking. It is a delightful resource for anyone looking to lead a nourishing and sustainable lifestyle.

THE ALLOTMENT COOKBOOK is very much a plot-to-plate collection of seasonal recipes, inspired by what grows throughout the year. With just a few simple illustrations and no photographs... and is all the better for it. * Crumbs magazine *
Whether you're one of the many thousands of Britons who plough their own furrow, or are simply interested in a more sustainable way of eating, this book offers plenty of ideas for cooking with seasonal, local produce. * The Lady *
Pete has turned his food expertise and love of gardening into a book inspired by a year in his garden. From what to plant, to how to cook it, this is a celebration of homegrown food. * BBC Good Food magazine *
With brilliant recipe ideas for keen gardeners or anyone looking for seasonal inspiration, THE ALLOTMENT COOKBOOK by Pete Lawrence pays tribute to glorious home-grown produce. -- Rachel Khoo * EVENT, Mail on Sunday *

ISBN: 9780297871095

Dimensions: 214mm x 132mm x 26mm

Weight: 360g

272 pages