The Food I Love

Redesigned and revised for a new generation of readers, The Food I Love is a modern classic bestseller from Australia's most respected chef.

Eighteen years and countless print runs since Neil Perry first published his philosophy on cooking, The Food I Love has stood the test of time as one of the most referenced and revered food 'bibles' by professional chefs and home cooks alike.

This is more than just a book of recipes – it's designed for the reader to cook with, learn from and delight in for a lifetime. Neil provides methods, skills and wisdoms that draw from the food of the Mediterranean and have stood the test of time, now revised and refreshed for a new generation of readers.

Including straightforward advice on everything from holding a cook's knife to trussing chicken and filleting fish, along with 200 delicious recipes for every occasion and skill level – from light breakfasts and sandwiches, to an array of seafood, meat and vegetable recipes, and a bounty of timeless desserts. This is home cooking at its very best: simple, seasonal and absolutely delicious.

About the Author

Neil Perry AM is arguably Australia's most influential restaurateur. His impact on Australian dining both in the restaurant and at home has been indelible - through establishing iconic venues such as Rockpool, Rockpool Bar & Grill, Spice Temple, Rosetta, and Jade Temple as well as his long-running 'Good Weekend' column. Neil has been creating menus for Qantas since 1997, continually redefining their dining and service. Since March 2020 he runs charity Hope Delivery, a much-needed community meal program in Sydney and Melbourne to feed the disadvantaged who have been severely affected by the pandemic. In 2021 he opened a new restaurant Margaret, named after his mother, which showcases many of the dishes contained in his most recent award-winning and bestselling book, Everything I Love to Cook.