Our Favorite Books

These are our favourite books around food, fitness and vegetarianism.

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Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

A practical, science-backed framework for forming good habits, breaking bad ones, and achieving remarkable results through small, incremental changes.

Tactical Barbell: Definitive Strength Training for the Operational Athlete

The book provides a specialized strength training program designed for operational athletes, focusing on maximizing strength and endurance while allowing for the simultaneous development of other essential fitness domains.

Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen

Explore the remarkable endurance of the Tarahumara Indians, capable of running vast distances without injury, through a captivating narrative that spans scientific insights, ultra-running culture, and a thrilling race in Mexico’s Copper Canyons, inspiring readers with the notion that humans are inherently designed for running

Street Food – Deftig vegetarisch (German Edition)

The book features 80 irresistible vegetarian street food recipes, designed to appeal even to meat lovers, and beautifully captured through photography.

Vegan schnell schnell: genial einfach – einfach genial (German Edition)

90 quick and easy vegan recipes, demonstrating that delicious and balanced meals can be prepared in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy lifestyles.

Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar: 100 Dairy-Free Recipes for Everyone’s Favorite Treats

Over 100 irresistible dairy- and egg-free cookie recipes, showcasing delicious vegan treats that are perfect for any occasion and sure to satisfy all cookie lovers.

Vegan Pie in the Sky: 75 Out-of-This-World Recipes for Pies, Tarts, Cobblers, and More

75 delectable dairy-free and egg-free recipes for pies, tarts, cobblers, and more, ensuring that every occasion, from holidays to Tuesdays, is enhanced with the joy of delicious, cruelty-free treats.

The Modern Vegetarian: Food Adventures for the Contemporary Palate

The book celebrates the versatility and seasonality of vegetables with globally inspired recipes, showcasing inventive dishes like Chile-roasted Feta and Watermelon or Artichoke and Goat Cheese Ravioli, while offering adaptable options to accommodate ingredient availability and personal tastes.

The Angry Chef: Bad Science and the Truth About Healthy Eating

The author dismantles popular myths and pseudoscience surrounding nutrition with irreverent wit and intelligence, offering readers the tools to discern fact from fiction in the ever-changing landscape of healthy eating trends.

Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health

The book unveils the detrimental effects of wheat consumption on health and weight, offering a compelling argument and practical plan for eliminating wheat from diets to achieve optimal health and weight loss.

Eating Animals

The book offers a poignant exploration of vegetarianism, farming, and ethical considerations surrounding food choices, blending memoir with investigative reporting to inspire reflection and discussion on the moral implications of our dietary habits.

Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness

The author is a compelling memoir that intertwines the story of Jurek’s journey to becoming an ultramarathon champion with insights into the mental aspects of endurance and the benefits of a plant-based diet, offering inspiration and practical advice for runners of all levels.

The Vegetarian Flavor Bible

A comprehensive guide to maximizing flavor in plant-based cooking, offering an A-to-Z listing of ingredients and expert insights from leading American chefs to inspire culinary creativity for vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores alike.

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