Mowgli Street Food & The Spice Tree 2 Books Collection Set by Nisha Katona - Non Fiction - Hardback

Titles in This Set:
The Spice Tree
Mowgli Street Food

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover

Overview:
Two hot-off-the-press cookbooks from Nisha Katona deliver a complete curry-to-street-food journey for home cooks. The Spice Tree reveals the secret to successful curries at home with four simple steps and Nisha’s infographic spice trees, showing how to pair spices and ingredients for depth and balance. It’s accessible, family-friendly, and perfect for National Curry Week as well as everyday meals. The companion volume, Mowgli Street Food, gathers stories and recipes from Nisha Katona’s Mowgli Street Food restaurants, translating bold, restaurant-driven dishes into achievable home versions. From the smoky Angry Bird to the fragrant House Lamb Curry, plus irresistible snacks like Fenugreek Kissed Fries and the indulgent Cardamom Custard Tart, this collection captures the vibrancy of Indian street food. Together, these two hardbacks form a complete culinary duo: practical technique meets explosive flavour, designed for food lovers who want to cook with confidence and entertain with authenticity. The sturdy hardcover edition makes a lasting gift for cooks, collectors, and anyone who has ever savoured a Mowgli meal.

What Makes This Collection Special:
This two-book set marries foundational technique with bold, street-food-inspired flavour. The Spice Tree teaches you a reliable four-step curry method and uses an infographic spice tree to demystify spice pairings, turning everyday ingredients into restaurant-worthy meals. The companion Mowgli Street Food volume then invites you to explore a world of punchy snacks, vibrant dahls, and show-stopping mains drawn from Nisha Katona’s acclaimed restaurants. Read one for a masterclass in curry craft, read the other for appetite-tempting ideas you can cook tonight; together they offer a cohesive journey—from spice palettes to plate. The collection is a thoughtful gift for food lovers, budding chefs, and fans of Nisha’s approachable, fearless cooking style, and it sits beautifully on any kitchen shelf, ready for weekend experimentation or weekday dinner wars.

Books Included in This Collection:
The Spice Tree
Unlock the secret to masterful curries with four simple steps and clear, friendly guidance. This hardcover cookbook shows you how to layer flavours, temper spices, and build complexity without fear. The included infographic spice trees help you visualize ideal pairings, from cumin to coriander to chili, and you’ll find practical tips for stocking a curry-friendly larder. With approachable recipes ranging from comforting favourites to more adventurous creations, The Spice Tree is a practical, repeatable guide for busy cooks who want bold, homemade curry flavours.

Mowgli Street Food
Mowgli Street Food brings the energy of Nisha Katona’s restaurants into your kitchen. It combines stories with recipes, capturing the personality of Indian street food—crispy snacks, vibrant dahls, and unforgettable mains. Learn how to recreate the Angry Bird, the House Lamb Curry, and a feast of chat-worthy bites, plus desserts and drinks. The collection focuses on bold flavours, accessible techniques, and a celebratory spirit that makes weekday meals feel like a festival of spice.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for home cooks who crave authentic Indian flavours and crave restaurant-quality curry and street-food dishes at home. It’s a thoughtful gift for food lovers, budding chefs, families, and fans of Nisha Katona’s approachable cooking style. Great for those who enjoy National Curry Week celebrations, spice pairings, and a desire to expand weeknight menus with bold, adventurous flavours. This set also appeals to collectors of cookbook libraries and viewers of Nisha’s BBC and media appearances who want to bring her vibrant cooking into their own kitchens.

Key Benefits:

• Two hardcover titles delivering curry mastery and street-food energy in one value-packed collection
• Four-step curry method with visual spice-tree guidance for confident, repeatable results
• Restaurant-inspired flavours made approachable for home cooks
• Signature dishes and snack ideas that elevate weeknight dinners and entertaining
• Inspired by Mowgli Street Food menus, with stories and flavour-forward recipes
• Premium, durable hardcover format ideal for gifting and shelf display
• Perfect for both beginners seeking fundamentals and seasoned cooks chasing bold new flavours

About the Author:
Nisha Katona is a British chef, author, and founder of the Mowgli restaurant concept, renowned for bringing authentic Indian flavours to a broad audience. A familiar face on UK television and radio, she has appeared on programmes such as Top of the Shops and Recipes That Made Me, sharing her passion for bold, accessible cooking. Katona’s books reflect her generous, flavour-forward philosophy—recipes designed for confident home cooks who want to recreate restaurant excitement at home. This collection showcases her signature approach: big, memorable flavours, clear techniques, and a joyful celebration of Indian cuisine that invites readers to cook, share, and explore.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This two-book collection is a complete culinary journey—from the spice drawer to sharing plates that feel restaurant-worthy. You’ll gain practical curry-building skills, paired with adventurous street-food ideas that translate beautifully to home kitchens. The durable hardcover format makes it a premium gift or a lasting addition to a cookbook collection, while the cohesive theme and author’s warm, confident voice make it a joy to read and cook from. If you’ve ever savoured a Mowgli dish or dreamed of recreating its vibrant flavours, this set turns that dream into daily delight.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.