Rooza: a journey through Islamic cuisine inspired by Ramadhan and Eid

Who’s the author: Since winning The Great British Bake Off in 2015, Nadiya Hussain has become a bestselling cookbook author and presenter, with hit cookbooks and accompanying TV programmes including Nadiya’s Simple Spices, Nadiya Bakes, Time to Eat, and Nadiya’s Fast Flavours.

What it’s about: Rooza, the Bengali word for Ramadhan, is a beautiful and heartfelt culinary exploration of the Islamic world, with recipes taking inspiration from Ramadhan and Eid as it is observed and celebrated by communities the world over.

Drawing from the cuisines of Indonesia, Libya, Tunisia, Mauritius and more, as well as Nadiya’s own Bangladeshi heritage, this cookbook pays tribute to the significance of food as an opportunity to come together and reflect on one’s faith. With recipes ranging from the traditional to the new and inventive, you’ll find 30 days’ worth of meal and dessert inspiration for the month of fasting, plus feast-worthy recipes for the celebration of Eid.

Perfect for: Fans of Nadiya’s flavour-packed recipes, those observing the holy month of Ramadhan, or anyone interested in exploring the vast and varied world of Islamic cuisine.