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COOK: FAST

Essential recipes for quick dinners, weeknights and more
Brief Description
COOK: FAST by Karen Martini is the ultimate guide to bold, flavour-packed meals that come together in no time, featuring over 80 quick and easy recipes designed for busy cooks. Part of the COOK series – drawn from a lifetime of cooking by one of Australia’s... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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COOK FAST by Karen Martini delivers over 80 bold, flavour-packed recipes that make quick and easy cooking effortless, without compromising on taste.

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COOK: FAST by Karen Martini is the ultimate guide to bold, flavour-packed meals that come together in no time, featuring over 80 quick and easy recipes designed for busy cooks.

Part of the COOK series – drawn from a lifetime of cooking by one of Australia’s most highly regarded chefs – this beautifully photographed book proves that speed doesn’t mean sacrificing flavour. From vibrant dishes like Fried Halloumi with Vine Leaves, Pistachios, Za'atar & Pomegranate Molasses to satisfying mains such as Moorish Chicken Skewers with Orange & Black Olive Salsa, every recipe is designed to deliver maximum impact with minimal effort.

Whether you're whipping up a speedy weeknight dinner like Fluffy Prawn & Crab Omelette with Watercress or putting together a Tuna Poke Bowl with Avocado, Shiitake, Sesame, Wakame & Cucumber for lunch, Karen’s expert guidance ensures delicious results in record time.

Perfect for home cooks who want flavourful, fuss-free meals, COOK: FAST will revolutionise the way you cook when time is short.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761452390

Publisher: Hardie Grant Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 September 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hardie Grant Books

Illustration: Full colour throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 201.0mm

Height: 253.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 176

About the Author

Karen Martini is one of Australia’s most highly regarded chefs, with a career spanning two-hatted restaurants, bestselling cookbooks, and a longstanding role as resident chef on Better Homes and Gardens. She has led acclaimed kitchens at Melbourne Wine Room and Sydney’s Icebergs Dining Room, was the founding partner and creative food director at Hero in Melbourne’s ACMI building, and is a regular columnist for Good Weekend. With eight cookbooks to her name, Karen continues to shape the way Australians cook at home, combining bold flavours, fresh ingredients, and accessible techniques to inspire cooks of all levels.

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