Graham Garrett

One of my first Great chef books with a story. Full of advice and inspiration for any young chef just starting out.

Original champion of British food and seasonal ingredients long before it was trendy. A Great chef and an amazing restaurant.

My Bible, back in the day.

I remember thinking how clever it was to do a book of favourite ingredients recipes from A-Z Great recipes that make you want to eat as well as cook.

Incredible food from a very clever chef. It always looks as modern and relevant as the day it came out.

I still love this book as much as the first time I saw it. It made me realise the importance of the produce above technique. so much more than just a coffee table book.

Very controversial choice above White Heat, but in my opinion the most useful book, Marco ever done. Every recipe is a winner.

I don't think I could compile a list without the inclusion of at least one Alice Waters book.

I know they were all books of the TV shows, but how could I not get excited by the recipes that introduced me to the likes of Gary Rhodes, Myrtle Allen and Rick Stein. It was watching and reading Floyd that made me want a restaurant.

This was the most difficult choice to make. Being my final choice it means I have to leave out some truly brilliant and classic contenders. This was David's first of a trilogy of incredible books, showcasing some of the most contemporary and imaginative food.