365 Pies and Tarts: Inspiring Slices for Every Day of the Year is a cookbook featuring a year&#39;s worth of recipes, including both luscious desserts and savory pies.  Recipes range from classic fruit and custard pies to new variations like frozen pies and tiny tarts.  It includes baking tips and tricks, such as advice on choosing fruits, checking for doneness, and working with special ingredients, to help ensure successful results.  Softcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8.5 x 8 inches.
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365 Pies and Tarts: Inspiring Slices for Every Day of the Year (2012) by Better Homes and Gardens

Toronto is known for having a vibrant and varied food scene.  This cookbook includes 100 signature recipes from the city&#39;s best restaurants - with the home cook in mind.  Dozens of chefs, from veteran to rising star, have generously shared their fan-favourite, personally tested recipes, ranging from the Momofuku Milk Bar&#39;s Crack Pie, Bymark&#39;s fennel-crusted black cod, Pizza Libretto&#39;s spicy meatballs, and many more.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8.5 x 10 inches.
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Toronto Cooks: 100 Signature Recipes from the City&#39;s Best Restaurants (2014) by Amy Rosen

The Encyclopedia of Herbs, Spices & Flavorings by Elisabeth Lambert Ortiz is a comprehensive practical guide for cooks, covering the entire range of culinary seasonings and flavor enhancers.  It is a sourcebook featuring information on more than 200 herbs, spices, essences, edible flowers, leaves, aromatics, vinegars, oils, teas, and coffees.  Each entry provides historical context, instructions on usage, flavor affinities, preparation techniques, and decorative uses.  The book includes almost 200 recipes from various international cuisines, with a focus on classic mixtures and new ideas.  Cooks can learn how to create the distinctive flavors that define great culinary regions of the world, with guides to traditional ingredients for authentic ethnic dishes.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9 x 11 inches.
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The Encyclopedia of Herbs, Spices &#38; Flavorings: The Complete Practical Guide for Cooks (1992) by Elisabeth Lambert Ortiz

&#34;The Timechart History of the World&#34; is a book that presents 6,000 years of world history in a chronological sequence.  It is based on a rare Victorian wall chart from the British Library, originally published in 1890 and later updated. The book features thousands of dates, facts, quotes, and illustrations detailing the entire history of mankind.  A fold-out chart, spanning over 30 feet (10 meters) shows concurrent events around the world.  Maps, charts, and extra information on the reverse side detailing the rulers and dynasties of principal nations.  It traces history from ancient times up to the present day, covering major events, discoveries, and prominent people.  Hardcover book with foldout chart.
Dimensions:
Approximately 12 x 18 inches,
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The Timechart History of the World - 6,000 Years of World History - Foldout Chart 30 feet long! (1997)

Sweet: Desserts from London&#39;s Ottolenghi is a baking and dessert cookbook by chefs Yotam Ottolenghi and Helen Goh. The book brings the signature Ottolenghi hallmarks of fresh, evocative ingredients, exotic spices, and complex flavorings to a wide array of baked goods, desserts, and confections.  The book features over 110 innovative recipes, ranging from simple cookies and mini-cakes to showstopping layer cakes and pavlovas.  Recipes utilize ingredients such as fig, rose petal, saffron, orange blossom, star anise, pistachio, almond, cardamom, and cinnamon.  Specific recipes include Tahini and Halva Brownies, Cinnamon Pavlova with Praline Cream and Fresh Figs, and a Flourless Chocolate Layer Cake with Coffee, Walnut, and Rosewater.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 11 inches.
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Sweet: Desserts from London&#39;s Ottolenghi (2017) by Yotam Ottolenghi &#38; Helen Goh

The Complete Canadian Living Baking Book is a comprehensive, go-to guide for home bakers, featuring reliable, &#34;tested-till-perfect&#34; recipes that are straightforward and do not require exotic ingredients.  It is geared towards home bakers of all skill levels, from beginners wanting to learn to more experienced cooks looking for dependable recipes.  The recipes are developed and tested in the Canadian Living Test Kitchen, ensuring they turn out perfectly.  The book contains a wide variety of classic and modern recipes, including: cookies, bars, and squares; cakes, cheesecakes, and tortes; pies and pastries; and yeast breads and quick breads.  Also includes information on baking essentials like ingredients, equipment, and techniques, along with helpful photographs and nutritional analyses.  Hardcover book.  Note: bit of wear on dust jacket.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 10 inches.
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The Complete Canadian Living Baking Book (2008) by Elizabeth Baird &#38; The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

An assortment of 14 children's books in FRENCH.  Lots of variety and great illustrations.  Mostly softcover books.  Minor wear.  See photos.
Dimensions:
Varies.
                
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Assorted Children&#39;s Books - FRENCH - Lot of 14

Canada: The Scenic Land Cookbook is a coffee-table book and a cookbook.  It is a celebration of Canada, its people, its heritage, and its diverse cuisine.  There are 350 recipes grouped by region.  Also includes lots of photographs, half of which are pictures of prepared food, while the others capture Canada’s beauty.    Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 10 x 13 inches.
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Canada The Scenic Land Cookbook (1986) by Pol Martin

This is &#34;The New York Times Menu Cook Book&#34; by Craig Claiborne.  It is also a companion book to &#34;The New York Times Cook Book&#34;.  Both were known as the &#34;green books&#34; in their time.  This cook book provides around 1,200 recipes and 400 menus for various occasions like family meals, picnics, brunch, barbeques and special occasions or formal banquets.   It focuses on the concepts of texture, flavour, and colour in menu planning, and the material was mainly derived from Claiborne&#39;s articles between 1960 and 1966.   Craig Claiborne (1920 – 2000) was an American restaurant critic, food journalist, and book authour.  He was a long-time food editor and restaurant critic for The New York Times.  Hardcover book.  Dust jacket shows wear.
Dimensions:
Approximately 7 x 9.5 inches.
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The New York Times Menu Cook Book (1966) by Craig Claiborne

This cookbook explores Moroccan cuisine and culture.  It features 150 authentic Moroccan recipes, including regional specialties like tagines and pastries.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9 x 12 inches.
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The Taste of Morocco (1987) by Robert Carrier

The Ultimate TeaTime Collection: Scones, Savories, and Sweets is a book featuring more than 175 delectable recipes from the editors of TeaTime magazine.  The book provides inspiration and information to make any teatime a memorable occasion.  Key contents include: over 175 recipes for scones, savories, and sweets; a guide to expert tea-pairing to accompany each course; and instructions for preparing different types of tea (tea-steeping primer).  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9 x 10 inches.
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The Ultimate Tea Time Collection: Scones, Savories, and Sweets (2018) by Tea Time Magazine

The Cooking of Italy by Waverley Root is part of the Foods of the World series published by Time-Life Books in 1968.  The book is a comprehensive culinary guidebook that provides the history of Italian food and cooking, exploring the culinary traditions of various regions from Lombardy to Sicily.  The book also includes numerous traditional recipes for both simple and exotic dishes.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8.5 x 11 inches. 
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The Cooking of Italy - Time Life - Foods of the World Series Book (1968) by Waverley Root

The Art of Tea: Recipes & Rituals is a guide for tea enthusiasts and those who enjoy entertaining.  It serves as an all-encompassing resource for all facets of tea entertaining and appreciation.  There is information on different types of tea, the necessary tools (&#34;tools of the tray&#34;), and techniques for brewing the perfect pot.  Includes recipes for classic accompaniments like scones, lemon curd, and clotted cream, as well as creative tea-related confections.  Provides inspiration, tips, and recipes for planning various special occasions, such as a wedding shower, Christmas tea, or Mother&#39;s Day gathering, with emphasis on presentation details like china, linens, and floral arrangements.  Hardcover book.  Note: name written inside cover - see photo.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 10 recipes.
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The Art of Tea: Recipes &#38; Rituals (2020) by Victoria Magazine

Ovenly: Sweet and Salty Recipes from New York&#39;s Most Creative Bakery is a cookbook by Agatha Kulaga and Erin Patinkin, the founders of the renowned Brooklyn bakery, Ovenly.  The book provides recipes that explore culinary traditions with an unexpected twist, thoughtfully blending sweet and salty flavors with a touch of spice.  It includes many of the bakery&#39;s popular items, such as the famous salted chocolate chip cookies, dense shortbreads, buttery scones, cakes, and tarts.  The authors encourage creativity with daring yet simple recipes, some featuring ingredients like parmesan and sage, sour cherry and almond, or even bacon and beer.  The book also shares the inspiring and often hilarious story of how the self-taught bakers started their business from scratch.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8.5 x10 inches.
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Ovenly: Sweet and Salty Recipes From New York&#39;s Most Creative Bakery (2014) by Agatha Kulaga &#38; Erin Patinkin

This cookbook offers a collection of 80 new, approachable recipes that blend traditional Indian flavors with modern culinary techniques, designed for the home chef.   The dishes are described as flavorful, comforting, and imaginative, featuring items like Venison Biryani, Chilled Pea Salad, and signature restaurant dishes.  The book is organized into chapters such as &#34;Raise a Glass,&#34; &#34;Bounty of the Earth,&#34; &#34;Coastal Flavors,&#34; &#34;The Butcher&#39;s Block,&#34; and &#34;Sweet Endings&#34;.   Interspersed between the recipes are stories about Vij&#39;s culinary journey, philosophy, and the people and travels that inspired him.  The book emphasizes using local ingredients and aims to make modern Indian cuisine accessible to a wide audience, reflecting a fusion of Indian roots and North American cuisine.   Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 10 inches.
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My New Indian Kitchen (2025) by Vikram Vij with Jennifer Muttoo

This cookbook aims to demystify the art of curry making, and provides a wealth of tasty recipes that are easy to prepare at home.  Experiment with curries from around the globe, fragrant seafood curries from the coastal waters of South India, aromatic curries from Thailand, creamy cashew and tomato Indian curries, thick mild home-style Japanese curries, and fresh herbaceous light Vietnamese curries.  Contains 85 recipes.  Softcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 7 x 11 inches.
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Curry: 85 Classic Recipes (2013) by Jody Vassallo

An assortment of vintage vinyl records and record sets featuring the great Maria Callas.  Maria Callas (1923 - 1977) was an American-born Greek soprano and one of the most renowned and influential opera singers of the 20th century.  The assortment includes: 1) La Scala Presents Norma by Bellini (3 records); 2) La Divina (3 records); 3) Medea by Luigi Cherubini (3 records); 4) La Gioconda by Amilcare Ponchielli (3 records); 5) Medea by Luigi Cherubini (3 records); 6) La Sonnambula by Bellini (3 records); 7) The Life of Maria Callas - Interviews and Performances (2 records); 8) Lucia Di Lammermoor (1 record); and 9) Arias from Bellini, Ponchielli, Verdi and Wagner (1 record).  Note: covers show wear and age, and records are untested.
Dimensions:
Records are approximately 12-inch diameter and marked 33 1/3 rpm. 
                
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Vintage Vinyl Records - Opera - Maria Callas - 9 Lots (22 records)

This cookbook contains 100 recipes that aim to provide nutritious and easy-to-make meals for families.  The recipes use fresh ingredients, and include tips and tutorials.  Chapters cover breakfasts, lunches, suppers, vegetarian dishes, and pantry staples.  Softcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 10 inches.
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The Simple Bites Kitchen Cookbook: Nourishing Whole Food Recipes for Every Day (2017) by Aimee Wimbush-Bourque

The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook is Deb Perelman&#39;s debut cookbook and a love letter to approachable, uncompromised home cooking.  Smitten Kitchen started out as blog where Deb Perelman shared the dishes she cooked in her tiny Manhattan kitchen.  People were drawn to her because the recipes sounded delicious and also accessible.  The 100 recipes in the book cover a wide range of categories, from comfort foods and stews to cakes and desserts.  Deb Perelman is a self-taught cook and photographer.   Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 9.5 inches.
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The Smitten Cookbook: Recipes and Wisdom from an Obsessive Home Cook (2012) by Deb Perelman

This cookbook contains over 525 recipes curated from Canadian Living magazine.  The book also includes themed menus, culinary tips, and serving suggestions.  Plus many colour photographs of finished dishes.  From Carol Ferguson and the food writers of Canadian Living magazine.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9 x 12 inches.
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The Canadian Living Cookbook (1987) by Carol Ferguson 

Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream: 52 Easy Recipes for Year-Round Frozen Treats by Sally Sampson is a cookbook featuring 52 unique recipes for frozen desserts, designed to be enjoyed year-round.  The book covers a wide range of frozen treats including Ice Creams (both classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate, as well as more unique options such as German Chocolate and Avocado) and Gelatos, Sorbets, and Granitas (recipes range from refreshing Grapefruit Sorbet to intriguing flavors like Basil Gelato and Pomegranate Sorbet).  The recipes are designed to be made with a home ice cream maker and feature a mix of custard-based and lower-fat/sugar options.  The book provides a different flavor sensation for every week of the year, with beautiful color photographs accompanying the clear, step-by-step directions.  Softcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8 x 8.5 inches.
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Recipe of the Week: Ice Cream: 52 Easy Recipes for Year-Round Frozen Treats (2008) by Sally Sampson

This cookbook contains more than 100 Italian recipes geared toward family meals.  Featured dishes include Fried Mozzarella Skewers, Escarole and White Bean Soup, and Ziti with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage.  Described as a very accessible and affordable collection of Lidia&#39;s signature reliable dishes.   Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 8.5 x 8.5 inches.
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Lidia&#39;s Favorite Recipes: 100 Foolproof Italian Dishes, from Basic Sauces to Irresistible Entrees (2012) by Lidia Matticchio Bastianich &#38; Tanya Bastia

Williams-Sonoma Dinner Parties is a comprehensive guide designed to demystify entertaining and help hosts create stylish, fun, and stress-free dinner parties.  It is packed with easy, inventive recipes, simple decorating ideas, and practical advice for a variety of occasions, from casual alfresco dinners to sophisticated soirees.  The guide includes helpful sections on planning menus, selecting quality ingredients, pairing wine, creating ambiance, and setting the table.  It features seven seasonal menus, each with detailed work plans, serving suggestions, hosting tips, and elegant tabletop ideas.  The ultimate goal is to take the stress out of hosting so that the host can relax and enjoy the company of friends and family.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 9.5 x 10 inches. 
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Williams-Sonoma Dinner Parties: Inspired Recipes and Party Ideas for Entertaining (2006)

Forbidden Cocktails: Libations Inspired by the World of Pre-Code Hollywood is a cocktail guide that links the world of early Hollywood cinema before strict censorship to the Prohibition era, offering a unique blend of film history and mixology.  The book contains 50 film-and-drink pairings, where each cocktail recipe is inspired by a specific pre-Code film, its characters, or plot points.  It focuses on the brief span between the advent of talking pictures and the imposition of the strict Hollywood Production Code (1934), an era known for its surprisingly racy and bold films.  Each entry provides information about the film&#39;s plot, production history, and themes, accompanied by film stills and posters.  The book also includes a manual for making mixed drinks, basic techniques, recommended bar stocking, and a few actual cocktail recipes that date from the pre-Code years.  It is designed for classic film fans, drinks enthusiasts, and home entertainers who appreciate Prohibition-era cocktails and cinema history.  Hardcover book.
Dimensions:
Approximately 7 x 8 inches.
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Forbidden Cocktails: Libations Inspired by the World of Pre-Code Hollywood (2024) by Andre Darlington

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Hardcover large-format reference book chronicling 6,000 years of world history; 1997 edition based on 1890 Victorian wall chart; integrated color fold-out chart extending over 30 ft, reverse side with maps and dynastic tables; approximately 12 × 18 in.

The Timechart History of the World hardcover book with 30-ft fold-out timeline (1997)

Front interior view showing Canadian history page and fold-out panel, soda can for scale

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Marbled paper over boards with burgundy cloth spine, full-colour pages and timeline panels, Canadian history sample page shown, bright illustrative graphics throughout.

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Lot #279: The Timechart History of the World - 6,000 Years of World History - Foldout Chart 30 feet long! (1997)

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Lot #279: The Timechart History of the World - 6,000 Years of World History - Foldout Chart 30 feet long! (1997)

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