Adventures of a Terribly Greedy Girl

A Memoir of Food, Family, Film & Fashion

Nonfiction, Food & Drink, International, Biography & Memoir
Cover of the book Adventures of a Terribly Greedy Girl by Kay Plunkett-Hogge, Octopus Books
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Kay Plunkett-Hogge ISBN: 9781784723163
Publisher: Octopus Books Publication: February 9, 2017
Imprint: Mitchell Beazley Language: English
Author: Kay Plunkett-Hogge
ISBN: 9781784723163
Publisher: Octopus Books
Publication: February 9, 2017
Imprint: Mitchell Beazley
Language: English

As featured in the Sunday Express and Evening Standard Must Haves

'...a heady and enchanting book and a manifesto of our times ...if you're interested in food, film, fashion or simply fantastic adventures to far-flung places, you'll want to devour Kay Plunkett-Hogge's Adventures of a Terribly Greedy Girl'.
Metro

'This eclectic memoir, with its evocative vignettes of life in some of the world's most
vibrant cities, is punctuated with mouthwatering recipes - everything from sashimi with Thai salsa
verde to the perfect dry martini'.
Daily Mail

'...a romp through the life of one-time male model-booker Kay Plunkett-Hogge. There are recipes and checklists peppered among the riotous stories. Dip in and out or read on the train to brighten your commute - it's better than a Berocca fix (and far more entertaining'.
delicious.magazine

'[A] feisty, funny memoir, interspersed with personal recipes. Best enjoyed with a Martini'.
Sainsbury's Magazine

With a dry martini in hand, Kay Plunkett-Hogge looks back at the happy accidents, regrettable errors and unexpected opportunities that led to a career as a food and drink writer, via stints in the worlds of fashion and film. It is a celebration of a tumbling through life, of mistakes, and opportunities laid bare. As you read, Kay shares 25 delicious recipes she discovered along the way, from her grandmother's apple crumble to sashimi with Thai salsa verde.

Chapters include 10 Things I Learnt in New York, The Comfort of a Roast Chicken and What Would Martha Do? Joyful, witty and occasionally indiscreet, Adventures of A Terribly Greedy Girl is about the benefits of letting your curiosity trump your good sense.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

As featured in the Sunday Express and Evening Standard Must Haves

'...a heady and enchanting book and a manifesto of our times ...if you're interested in food, film, fashion or simply fantastic adventures to far-flung places, you'll want to devour Kay Plunkett-Hogge's Adventures of a Terribly Greedy Girl'.
Metro

'This eclectic memoir, with its evocative vignettes of life in some of the world's most
vibrant cities, is punctuated with mouthwatering recipes - everything from sashimi with Thai salsa
verde to the perfect dry martini'.
Daily Mail

'...a romp through the life of one-time male model-booker Kay Plunkett-Hogge. There are recipes and checklists peppered among the riotous stories. Dip in and out or read on the train to brighten your commute - it's better than a Berocca fix (and far more entertaining'.
delicious.magazine

'[A] feisty, funny memoir, interspersed with personal recipes. Best enjoyed with a Martini'.
Sainsbury's Magazine

With a dry martini in hand, Kay Plunkett-Hogge looks back at the happy accidents, regrettable errors and unexpected opportunities that led to a career as a food and drink writer, via stints in the worlds of fashion and film. It is a celebration of a tumbling through life, of mistakes, and opportunities laid bare. As you read, Kay shares 25 delicious recipes she discovered along the way, from her grandmother's apple crumble to sashimi with Thai salsa verde.

Chapters include 10 Things I Learnt in New York, The Comfort of a Roast Chicken and What Would Martha Do? Joyful, witty and occasionally indiscreet, Adventures of A Terribly Greedy Girl is about the benefits of letting your curiosity trump your good sense.

More books from Octopus Books

Cover of the book Simply Gluten Free by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Le Creuset One-pot Cuisine by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book The Secret Life of the Movies by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Feasts by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book iPad For Photographers 2nd edition by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Cracking Economics by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book The Element in the Room by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Fifty Fashion Looks that Changed the World (1960s) by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Michael Freeman's Photo School: Exposure by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book 50 Ways to Kill a Slug by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Hamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Chocolate Recipes by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book The Crystal Zodiac by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Saffron in the Souks by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Michael Freeman's Photo School: Street Photography by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
Cover of the book Just 5: Italian by Kay Plunkett-Hogge
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy