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New Food and Drink

Out of New Nova Scotia Kitchens

Best-loved East Coast Dishes for Today

by Craig Flinn

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Take Back the Tray

Revolutionizing Food in Hospitals, Schools, and Other Institutions

by Joshna Maharaj

“The author is an engaging and dedicated advocate for those she's feeding. This is tremendous food for thought for a new decade.” — Quill & Qui …

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The East Coast's Best Lobster Rolls

by Elaine Elliot & Virginia Lee

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Canadian Culinary Imaginations

edited by Shelley Boyd & Dorothy Barenscott

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Essential Fondue Cookbook

75 Decadent Recipes to Delight and Entertain

by Erin Harris

“Warning: do not read this book if you’re hungry. Or if you are, make sure you’ve dusted off your fondue pot and are ready to dig into Erin’s …

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The Budget-Friendly Vegan Cookbook

Healthy Meals for a Plant-Based Diet

by Ally Lazare

“Ally's latest book is perfect for anyone who wants easy recipes, with simple ingredients, that still bring them back to the favourite meals they've …

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The Essential Diet for Diverticulitis

A 3-Stage Nutrition Guide to Manage and Prevent Flare-Ups

by Karyn Sunohara, RD

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The BC Wine Lover's Cookbook

Recipes & Stories from Wineries Across British Columbia

by Jennifer Schell
foreword by John Schreiner

“A focused, compelling journey through 53 wineries in British Columbia. Discover the diverse families who are making their dreams come true by prod …

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The Prairie Gardener’s Go-To for Vegetables

by Janet Melrose & Sheryl Normandeau

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The 21-Day Intermittent Fasting Weight Loss Plan

Recipes, Meal Plans, and Exercises for a Healthier You

by Andy DeSantis, RD, MPH
with Michelle Anderson

“Looking to get started with intermittent fasting but feeling overwhelmed with all of the options? The 21-Day Intermittent Fasting Weight Loss Plan …

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The One-Pot Alkaline Diet Cookbook

100 Easy Meals to Balance Your Health

by Sharisse Dalby

“While I wish I could hire Sharisse to come cook for me, this is the next best option! Using her years of experience as a nutritionist, she’s mana …

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Sugar Detox in 10 Days

100+ Recipes to Help Eliminate Sugar Cravings

by Pam Rocca

“Pam's holistic approach to health and her emphasis on home cooking bring delicious meal prep within the grasp of anyone looking to level up their o …

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Electric Smoking Cookbook for Beginners

100 Essential Recipes to Master the Basics

by Jonathan Collins

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The 21-Day Vegan Raw Food Diet Plan

75 Satisfying Recipes to Revitalize Your Body

by Heather Bowen

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Making Bread at Home

Over 50 recipes from around the world to bake and share

by Jane Mason

'An easy introduction to the global diversity of bread, with simple and more advanced recipes to try.' – Vegetarian Living

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The Vegan Bodybuilders Cookbook

Essential Recipes and Meal Plans for Plant-Based Bodybuilding

by Samantha Shorkey
contributions by Amy Longard

“The Vegan Bodybuilder’s Cookbook is THE essential and definitive guide for building muscle and staying shredded on a vegan diet. Samantha’s pra …

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On the Blog

Shelf Talkers: Indie Booksellers Remain Devoted to Customers During Covid-19

By Rob Wiersema

Please, as you finish your current Netflix series or put down that tome you’ve just finished reading, reach out to one of our Shelf Talkers booksellers; they’re here for you.

3 Great Recipes from the 2020 Taste Canada Awards Shortlist

By Kerry Clare

Foodies, take note! Great recipes from celebrated cookbooks.

Launchpad: On Nostalgia, by David Berry

By Kerry Clare

"Berry’s subject is a wide-ranging one, but he pulls off the impressive feat of covering plenty of ground in a concise and compelling manner." —Tobias Carroll, Literary Hub

Literatures, Communities, and Learning

By Kerry Clare

9 conversations with Indigenous writers about the relationship between Indigenous literatures and learning, and how their writing relates to communities.

The Chat with Faye Guenther

By Trevor Corkum

Swimmers in Winter (Invisible Publishing) is Faye Guenther’s debut collection of short fiction. These six stories explore the lives of queer women across through time.

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