In celebration of National Women’s Day, we’ve compiled a list of cookbooks written by women you should have on your shelf

The recent addition of cookbooks by black authors to mainstream bookstore shelves reflects the demand for South African food and cooking culture in the country.

Chef Jackie Cameron runs the renowned Hartford House in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, a restaurant that has won Cameron various accolades.

Cape Town-born Josh Thirion (9) does not like being told what to eat, and even has his own recipe book out.

Food is an adventure for the Leopard ’s Andrea Burgener, whose sense of fun shines through in her book, Lampedusa Pie.

Here is a wealth of reasons to head for the kitchen, roll up your sleeves and get to work.

The Karoo may be arid, but its kitchens are bubbling over with many recipes that come from the heart.

Middle Eastern dishes can be complicated and laborious, but a new book delivers the diverse tastes of Jerusalem in a easy way.

Matthew Burbidge serves up the hottest tomes of culinary art and preparation on the market this year.

It’s a natural extension to my autobiography, says the author.