"Britain's foremost food writer returns with a deliciously simple collection of over 600 ideas for satisfying meals that are quick and easy to get to the table. Eat is a beloved author's homage to those times when "we just want to eat." Pairing a fresh, compact package with the same witty prose and straightforward recipes that captivated fans of Tender, Ripe, and Notes from the Larder, Eat is devoted to simple food--done well. Whether it's a humble fig and ricotta toast or sizzling chorizo with shallots and potatoes, Nigel Slater provides endless ideas for fast food that can be prepared in under an hour and that busy parents, novice cooks, and discerning food aficionados will savor. With delightful photography throughout, this highly giftable volume is sure to be the new go-to tome for wholly enjoyable, everyday meals"-- Provided by publisher.