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With \u003cem\u003eCook As You Are\u003c\/em\u003e, she champions the notion that cooking should be simple, fun, and inclusive, breaking barriers in the kitchen with easy-to-follow recipes that cater to all lifestyles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrumb\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to her baking prowess, offering a splendid collection of recipes that range from timeless classics to innovative creations, inviting both novice and experienced bakers to explore and enjoy the art of baking. In \u003cem\u003eEat Up\u003c\/em\u003e, Ruby delves into the joys and challenges of eating, weaving together personal anecdotes and reflections to offer a refreshing perspective on food and self-acceptance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003cem\u003eIn The Kitchen\u003c\/em\u003e serves as a thoughtful exploration of the science and nature of food, bridging the gap between culinary tradition and modern gastronomic science. Each book in Ruby Tandoh's collection offers a unique lens through which to view the culinary world, making her works essential reading for anyone passionate about food, culture, and the art of eating well.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eat-up-by-ruby-tandoh-9781781259603","title":"Eat Up","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTop Ten Sunday Times Bestseller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThink about that first tickle of hunger in your stomach. A moment ago, you could have been thinking about anything, but now it's thickly buttered marmite toast, a frosty scoop of ice cream straight from the tub, some creamy, cheesy scrambled eggs or a fuzzy, perfectly ripe peach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEating is one of life's greatest pleasures. Food nourishes our bodies, helps us celebrate our successes (from a wedding cake to a post-night out kebab), cheers us up when we're down, introduces us to new cultures and - when we cook and eat together - connects us with the people we love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eEat Up\u003c\/i\u003e, Ruby Tandoh celebrates the fun and pleasure of food, taking a look at everything from gluttons and gourmets in the movies, to the symbolism of food and sex. 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Can cooking be a tool for connection in the kitchen and outside of it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn these essays, thirteen writers consider the subjects of cooking and eating and how they shape our lives, and the possibilities and limitations the kitchen poses. 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It's become mass culture, and a national obsession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur food culture is more expansive and chaotic by the day. Recipes aren't passed from hand to hand; they're on TV and in newspaper supplements, flooding YouTube and Instagram. 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