Book tip of the week: Simply Jamie

A cookbook for the demands of modern life

9. February 2025 |

Redaktion

With “Simply Jamie”, Jamie Oliver brings the joy of cooking back into our everyday lives. This cookbook is perfectly tailored to the demands of our modern lives. With 130 varied recipes, it offers a wide range: from quick dishes for the week, impressive highlights for the weekend and practical oven recipes to clever storage ideas and irresistible desserts.

Info:
DK Publishing House
ISBN 978-3-8310-5004-8
288 pages

Recipes for the weekly rhythm

The variety of recipes inspires us - be it the “Batch-It-Up” Bolognese, which is ideal for using up leftovers, the Gochujang chicken noodle casserole or the epic Sticky Toffee Pudding. Jamie impressively demonstrates that delicious cooking doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. Thanks to the clear instructions and easily accessible ingredients, the dishes are effortless even for beginners.

We particularly like the well thought-out structure of the book. The recipes adapt perfectly to our weekly rhythms: spontaneous 20-minute dishes for hectic days, simple ideas for stocking up when there's no time to go shopping and festive meals for the weekend. Jamie's suggestions for using up leftovers are also inspiring - practical and sustainable at the same time.

Our conclusion

“Simply Jamie” is a cookbook that no household should be without. The recipes are suitable for everyday use, creative and versatile. Jamie Oliver proves once again that cooking can be fun and uncomplicated at the same time. An absolute recommendation for anyone who wants more inspiration and variety in the kitchen!

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Book tip of the week: Positive leadership saves the hotel industry

A must-read for anyone with responsibility in the hotel industry

The hotel industry is under pressure: the shortage of skilled workers is worsening, staff turnover remains high and expectations of employers are higher than ever. Vivien Schulter tackles precisely this area of tension with “Positive Leadership saves the hotel industry” – and delivers a long overdue manifesto for a new leadership culture in the industry.

What makes this book so special? It goes far beyond mere theories. Schulter shows that modern leadership is not just about numbers, rosters and hierarchies, but about real human relationships. She makes it clear that appreciation is not just an empty phrase, but a business model. And she backs this up with tangible, immediately implementable strategies that hotel businesses of all sizes can use.

Info:
Storylution Verlag
ISBN 978-3-7115-7288-2
76 pages

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