Cooking With Heroes: The Royal British Legion Centenary Cookbook

Celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver, Ainsley Harriott, Cyrus Todiwala, Melissa Helmsley, and the Hairy Bikers have collaborated with acting or former military members to create a cookbook celebrating the centenary of The Royal British Legion. The book features 100 regional recipes, profiles of 100 military heroes, and contributions from high-profile supporters of the Legion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 18 May 2021
Publisher: St James's House

Celebrating the centenary of The Royal British Legion, a remarkable collaboration has brought together some of the world's most renowned celebrity chefs, including Jamie Oliver, Ainsley Harriott, Cyrus Todiwala, Melissa Helmsley, and the Hairy Bikers. These culinary icons have joined forces with acting or former members of the military to create a truly unique cookbook. This high-quality hardback book, researched, cooked, and written by the Armed Forces and their high-profile supporters, delves into 100 regions where The Royal British Legion has been actively engaged over the past century. From the British Isles to the Commonwealth and beyond, this comprehensive volume showcases the Legion's enduring impact.

In addition to profiles of 100 military heroes and heroines, specifically nominated by The Royal British Legion for each region, the book features 100 delectable and authentic regional recipes that will tempt readers to recreate them in their own kitchens. A helpful table is included to facilitate easy conversion between Metric and Imperial measurements and US Cup equivalents.

What sets this cookbook apart is its captivating blend of incredible dishes and remarkable military stories. The combination of culinary excellence and inspiring military tales will keep readers engaged before and after dinner. Furthermore, the inclusion of contributions from high-profile supporters of the Legion adds a touch of celebrity spice to the proceedings.

Established in 1921, The Royal British Legion stands as the UK's largest Armed Forces charity, at the forefront of a nationwide network of partner organizations and an impressive membership of over 200,000. Renowned for organizing the annual Poppy Appeal and Remembrance Day services, the Legion remains committed to ensuring that current and ex-service personnel, along with their families, receive the support they need, whenever they require it.

This commemorative cookbook serves as a testament to the enduring bond between the culinary world and the military, highlighting the remarkable contributions of both groups in shaping our collective history. It is a must-have for anyone with an interest in culinary excellence, military history, or the invaluable work of The Royal British Legion.

Weight: 2274g
Dimension: 232 x 278 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781906670917