Proper Home Cooking & Italian Cooking for Beginners 2 Books Collection Set - Non Fiction - Mixed Format

Titles in This Set
Proper Home Cooking
Italian Cooking for Beginners

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Mixed Format (Hardback & Paperback)
ISBN: 9781399642842 (Proper Home Cooking), 9780760379547 (Italian Cooking for Beginners)
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co, New Shoe Press

Overview
This two-book cookbook bundle pairs two very different kitchens under one roof. Proper Home Cooking brings TV chef Si King's unfussy, feed-the-family recipes to your table, while Italian Cooking for Beginners from food writer Anna Prandoni opens the door to classic Italian dishes using everyday ingredients and simple techniques. Together they cover honest comfort food, quick weeknight meals, and approachable Italian classics, making this set a practical, genuinely useful addition to any home cook's shelf, whether you're after reliable midweek solutions or looking to explore a brand new cuisine from scratch.

About the Books
Proper Home Cooking is Si King's first solo cookbook, and it reads like a love letter to real, everyday eating. Rather than chasing restaurant-style plating, Si focuses on honest, satisfying dishes built for actual life: quick weekday fixes, comforting weekend spreads, and the kind of late-night store-cupboard raids every home cook knows well. The hardback format and generous recipe count make it a sturdy, well-used kitchen companion rather than a coffee-table book, and it leans into Si's reputation for warm, no-nonsense cooking developed over decades on screen. Italian Cooking for Beginners takes a different but complementary approach. Anna Prandoni, a food writer and journalist with years of experience covering Italian food culture, strips back the intimidation factor often associated with Italian cuisine. Instead of lengthy ingredient lists or techniques that require culinary school training, she organizes the book around starters, first courses, vegetables, second courses, and desserts, guiding new cooks through the building blocks of a proper Italian meal. The paperback format keeps it light and easy to prop open on a counter while cooking. Placed together, these two books give home cooks a well-rounded reference: one for comforting, everyday British-style meals, and one for branching out into authentic Italian flavors without needing specialty equipment or rare ingredients. Both authors prioritize clarity and realistic prep times over flashy presentation. This set suits cooks at very different skill levels and works equally well as a stand-alone gift or as a two-cuisine starter library for a new kitchen.

Key Benefits

• Two distinct cookbooks covering both comforting home cooking and approachable Italian classics
• Written by a recognized TV chef and an experienced Italian food writer
• Clear, realistic recipes suited to everyday cooking skill levels
• Mixed hardback and paperback formats for durability and easy everyday use
• Great for new cooks, growing kitchens, or anyone wanting more variety on the dinner table
• Makes a thoughtful gift for birthdays, housewarmings, or the holiday season

Book-by-Book Guide
Proper Home Cooking — Si King's debut solo cookbook shares the honest, unfussy recipes he actually cooks and eats at home.
Italian Cooking for Beginners — Anna Prandoni walks new cooks through classic Italian starters, mains, vegetables, and desserts using simple, everyday ingredients.

About the Authors
Si King is a British chef and television personality, widely known for his decades on screen cooking approachable, hearty food for everyday families. Proper Home Cooking marks his first solo cookbook, drawing on his long career to share the dishes he genuinely relies on at home. Anna Prandoni is a writer and journalist who has spent more than fifteen years covering food and wine, with a particular interest in the history of nutrition and its influence on Italian culture. Her writing focuses on making authentic Italian cooking accessible to beginners, without sacrificing flavor or tradition.

Why You'll Love This Set
Perfect for a new kitchen, a birthday gift, a housewarming, or stocking a holiday wish list, this set pairs reliable comfort food with beginner-friendly Italian classics. Two trusted voices, two cuisines, and one practical bundle that earns a permanent spot on the kitchen counter rather than gathering dust on a shelf.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.