{"title":"Melissa Ben-Ishay","description":"\u003cp\u003eMelissa Ben-Ishay invites readers into a world where food is both comfort and celebration. Her books, including titles like \u003cem\u003eCome Eat, Come Hungry\u003c\/em\u003e, showcase approachable recipes that blend indulgence with everyday ease, perfect for home cooks seeking joy in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a spirited voice and a focus on flavour, Ben-Ishay’s work captures the heart of modern cooking — balancing richness with simplicity. Expect a collection that is both inspiring and accessible, encouraging you to gather around the table and savour every bite.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"come-hungry-by-melissa-ben-ishay-9780063299276","title":"Come Hungry","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Melissa Ben-Ishay—the co-founder of Baked by Melissa and creator of the viral Green Goddess Salad—comes an irresistible, veggie-packed cookbook with over 100 flavourful, nourishing recipes to inspire you to eat delicious meals that make you feel great.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Melissa Ben-Ishay, the co-founder and CEO of bite-size cupcake empire Baked by Melissa, posted her vegan Green Goddess Salad on TikTok, it became a viral sensation. The recipe exploded online, gaining over 25 million views, landing Melissa on the \u003cem\u003eTODAY\u003c\/em\u003e Show, and inspiring fans like Cardi B and Lizzo to make their own version of the salad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the success of the Green Goddess Salad, Melissa continued to share her finely chopped, vegetable-focused recipes and inspired millions of fans to eat more greens with her flavourful, fresh creations. The meals all highlight Melissa’s food philosophy: if you get your nourishment from mealtime, you can absolutely indulge in dessert every day, just like she does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eCome Hungry\u003c\/em\u003e, Melissa shares her favourite everyday recipes and tips for creating nourishing, delicious meals the whole family will love. With flavourful ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, Melissa encourages home cooks of all levels to cook outside of their comfort zones and reveals her go-to techniques for creating the perfect bite. Packed with colourful, craveable recipes, \u003cem\u003eCome Hungry\u003c\/em\u003e offers a wide range of simple dishes for any diet, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMediterranean Grain Salad\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCoffee Shop Sesame Chicken Salad\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCrunchy Ramen Slaw with Grilled Ribeye\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGreen Veggie Pizza\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDouble Chocolate Zucchini Cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom her grandmother’s kitchen in the Catskills to her in-laws’ home on the Mediterranean, Melissa features recipes inspired by meals that have shaped her as a cook and promote a veggie-packed way of eating, from mouth-watering toasts topped with leftovers to filling a pita with flavourful small plates. Ultimately, each and every recipe encourages creativity in the kitchen and invites the reader—as Melissa’s family says to guests on their way for dinner—to \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecome hungry\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46997992800492,"sku":"9780063299276","price":64.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14196863482210.jpg?v=1763203048"},{"product_id":"come-eat-by-melissa-ben-ishay-9780063451636","title":"Come Eat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINSTANT \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e BESTSELLER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA vibrant, flavour-packed collection of delicious, nutritious meals that make it easy to nourish your family every day, from the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eCome Hungry\u003c\/i\u003e and co-founder of Baked by Melissa.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Melissa Ben-Ishay’s house, mealtimes are filled with nutritious dishes that satisfy everyone at the table—without sacrificing time. In \u003ci\u003eCome Eat\u003c\/i\u003e, Melissa invites you to pull up a chair to enjoy the delicious recipes her busy family loves (even the pickiest eaters).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with stunning photography and colourful, mouthwatering recipes that focus on fresh produce and big flavours, \u003ci\u003eCome Eat\u003c\/i\u003e features a variety of Melissa’s favourite weekly go-to recipes, from lunch to dinner to dessert—and all the snacks and sides in between—including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreek Lentil Salad\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHealing Chicken Soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne-Pot Golden Chicken \u0026amp; Rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eString Beans with Almonds \u0026amp; Tahini\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSnickerdoodle Chickpea Cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSalads, salads, and more salads!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith helpful tips and easy-to-follow instructions, Melissa shows you how to easily adapt meals for your family, from breaking down the components of the perfect salad to making soup with ingredients you have on hand. Whether you’re a novice cook eager to gain confidence in the kitchen or a seasoned pro looking to save time and effort, \u003ci\u003eCome Eat\u003c\/i\u003e makes creating and planning meals easy every day—one perfect bite at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Melissa, food is love, food is nourishment, food is health, and \u003ci\u003eCome Eat\u003c\/i\u003e is a joyful celebration of real food for real life. And when you’re at her table, there’s always room for dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47664425926892,"sku":"9780063451636","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780063451636-come-eat.jpg?v=1779679597"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/melissa-ben-ishay.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}