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Kids Can Cook Around the World

Esther Coombs author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Button Books

Published:18th Nov '25

Should be back in stock very soon

Kids Can Cook Around the World cover

This beautifully illustrated cookbook guides children through step-by-step recipes to create favourite dishes from around the world while helping them practice essential skills like measuring, weighing, and counting. A basic techniques section covers everything from ingredient preparation and equipment use to knowing when a dish is perfectly cooked.

Each recipe features simple, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions with colourful illustrations that guide kids through every stage of the process. With readily available ingredients, handy storage tips, fun recipe variations, and clever kitchen hacks, this book offers a non-intimidating way to get kids excited about cooking and trying new foods.

From poutine to pavlova, biryanis to bao buns, and ramen to risotto, this culinary tour is designed to inspire confidence in the kitchen and spark a love for global flavours.

This cookbook takes families on a tour of global cuisine. Children will learn the origins of familiar foods such as pizza and burgers and make lots of new discoveries too. Each section includes a selection of recipes with easy-to-follow instructions, a clear layout and fully illustrated with attractive artwork. There is also basic information on equipment, techniques and staying safe.

* Books for Keeps *

A robust hardback book with a vibrant cover, this volume introduces children to dishes from around the world. 

A mouth-watering series of recipes follow including peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, guacamole, tiramisu, stroganoff, couscous, Babotie, samosas, nasi goreng, pavlova and lamingtons The book indicates if the recipes are suitable for vegan or gluten-free diets. The recipes are step-by step and are clearly presented. A perfect book for introducing children to international cuisine and for helping them to develop their cooking skills and learning about new cultures.

* English Association *

It takes children into a yummy tour around the world, featuring step-by-step recipes. It’s divided by geographical areas and the recipes go from arepas to dim sum and couscous!

* @thekidsbookstagrammer *

With its bright, colourful illustrations and easy to follow step-by-step instructions, this book makes it easy for children to have a go at cooking independently. …This book has a gorgeous cover with little foil embellishments and coupled with the gorgeous illustrations throughout makes this a perfect gift for any little chefs out there. I can see us using this cook book a lot! Recommended for children aged 6+.

* @family_book_club *

...a joyful and visually captivating introduction to global cuisine that invites young cooks to explore flavours from every corner of the world. This beautifully illustrated cookbook strikes a perfect balance between being educational and exciting, making it ideal for budding chefs and curious food lovers alike. ...Kids Can Cook Around the World is a delightful, thoughtfully designed cookbook that nurtures independence, creativity, and a love of global flavours. It’s a wonderful resource for families looking to make cooking a shared, enriching, and delicious experience.

* @booksb4bedtime *

The recipes are simple, colourful, and take kids on a little food adventure around the globe. We’re excited to cook our way through it together. Why we like it: easy family recipes, great illustrations, gets the boys involved, and a fun way to learn about different cultures. Great idea for a Xmas gift for kids who love to cook/ bake!

* @mylittlebrightspar

ISBN: 9781787081734

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

112 pages