Love and Hunger: Thoughts on the Gift of Food, with a foreword by Nigella Lawson

'I find it impossible to read [Wood's recipes] without feeling a burst of fresh energy for the kitchen. . . essential nourishment for the reader every bit as much as for the cook' NIGELLA LAWSON

In this age of gastro-porn and Instagram lifestyle gurus, the pressure to be as expert as the chefs and influencers we've turned into celebrities can feel overwhelming. An instant antidote to such madness is this wise and practical book - an ode to good food, prepared and presented with minimum fuss and maximum love. Twenty-five personal essays and a wealth of recipes range from the deeply practical (how to chop an onion and the joys of chicken stock) to the contemplative, and the consoling to the celebratory.

​To Charlotte Wood, cooking is 'creativity in its purest form', nourishing the soul - and the mind - as well as the body. Love & Hunger will make you long to get into the kitchen to try the surprising tips and delicious recipes, and leave you freshly inspired to cook with joy for the people you love. Love & Hunger is a gift for all who value the solitary and shared pleasures of cooking and eating. Like a simple but glorious meal, this feast of a book is infused with warmth and generosity.

• Publication date: 20 August 2026
• Page count: 288
• Dimensions: Height 225 mm; Width 146 mm; Thickness 28 mm
• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Format: Hardback
• ISBN-13: 9781399756143