From taking a deeper dive into American food culture to taking a new step with innovative vegan meats, Mango Publishing has something delicious for all readers!

We’re featuring four titles from the Mango catalog that would make excellent gifts for the adventurous culinary reader.

Here you will find desserts for every week of the year, a unique link between Japanese manga and delicious dishes, and practical food science that you can enjoy at home.

With holidays both here and on the way, there is no better time to gift or give a great book!

*Food Americana*

By David Page
Published by Mango
**World Rights Available**

The history of American cooking is as diverse as the people who live there: steeped in rich history, unbelievable stories, and the constant quest to find the next “best thing.” In Food Americana, the creator of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives David Page writes about the American menu today in an easy-digest, fun-to-read way.

Food Americana is guided by the endless hunt for delicious, authentic cuisine that keeps American diners searching for inside stories, little-known facts, and ways to make their eating experience even more unforgettable.

*52 Weeks 52 Sweets*

By Vedika Luthra, Gemma Stafford
Published by Mango
**World Rights Available**

#1 New Release in Sweets, Confectionary

"Paired with her stunning photography, this book inspires baking unique desserts week after week.” ―Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman, author of Baker Bettie's Better Baking Book

Never run out of a delicious recipe again! Vedika Luthra has delivered a delicious, seasonal treat for every single week of the year for you to enjoy and share. From treats from her Indian heritage to delights from around the world, these easy-to-make recipes will inspire you to keep coming back and gaining confectionary confidence.

*Otaku Food!*

By Danielle Baghernejad
Published by Mango
**World Rights Available**

Inspired by Japanese anime and manga, every vibrant dish in Otaku Food! will bring pop culture favorites to chefs of all levels around the world. From ramen from Naruto to fried rice from Food Wars, readers will learn more about Japanese food culture while enjoying a taste of their favorite animations.

If you’ve ever wanted to take a bite of the beautiful food animation that anime and manga are known for, this book would make a perfect gift for yourself or the anime fan in your life!

*Making Vegan Meat*

By Mark Thompson
Published by Mango
**Rights Sold: Korean**

"Mark is an absolute wizard―he can turn the most unexpected ingredients into vegan meat! You will not be disappointed."―Rose Lee, Cheap Lazy Vegan

Foodie and famous YouTuber Mark “Sauce Stache” Thompson will teach you how to make filling vegan dishes using the power of fruits, vegetables, and a little bit of science.

From BBQ ribs made of mushrooms to bacon made from a radish, expand your culinary skills and surprise guests with new flavors, textures, and aromas. If you are a vegan, vegetarian, or just curious to learn more about plant-powered cooking, this cookbook will become a staple.