The Cook’s Companion

Stephanie Alexander AO is regarded as one of Australia's great food educators. Her reputation has been earned through 30 years as an owner-chef in several restaurants, as the author of influential books and for her groundbreaking work in creating the Stephanie Alexander Garden Foundation. Everything she has achieved and worked towards has been driven by her desire to break down anxieties about cooking, to emphasise the beauty of produce fresh from the garden and to promote the pleasures of sharing around a table. Her fifth book, The Cook's Companion, is regarded as an Australian classic, and has sold over 500,000 copies.

This year's Big Weekend of Books offers a stellar line up of local and international authors, discussing all things literary.

The Big Weekend of Books is ABC Radio National's annual writers' festival. Two huge days of author interviews will be broadcast live on ABC Radio National, streamed through ABC Listen and available as podcasts for everyone who loves books! Check out the titles below that will be under discussion, and view the full program here.

For a limited time we have an exciting offer for all the beginner cooks, devoted foodies and aspirational chefs. There’s something for everyone with 20% off a range of incredible cookbooks, including favourites from Ottolenghi, Julia Busuttil Nishimura, Karen Martini and many more. This offer is available until 5 June 2023 on select in-stock, full-priced items online and in all Readings shops (except Readings Kids and State Library).

Your 20% discount will automatically apply to all eligible items at checkout.