Donna Hay, the acclaimed Australian cook and author of 27 cookbooks, has released her latest title, 'Sunshine, Lemons and Sea Salt: Modern Coastal Home Cooking for Family and Friends'. The book has quickly risen to number one on the Amazon Australia best-selling cookbook list.
In an exclusive interview, Hay shared that the inspiration for the book came from her love of summer and cooking for family and friends. She describes Sundays spent cooking at home as her happy place, whether preparing breakfast for her family or a long lunch for friends.
The cookbook features a variety of recipes, from simple salads to impressive dishes. Hay highlights the 'Grilled Chilli Honey Salmon' as a minimum-fuss, maximum-flavour winner, best served with a cucumber, celery, and dill salad. She also recommends the 'Honey Fried Chorizo with Mozzarella and Tomatoes', a salad her family enjoys on repeat.
Hay's favorite recipe in the book is the 'Fluffy Chocolate Cake', which she tested multiple times to achieve the perfect texture. The cake is topped with a silky, fudgy milk chocolate frosting that she describes as possibly the most perfect chocolate icing.
In addition to recipes, the book includes styling tips to bring a breezy, beach-side magic to the table. Hay suggests simple touches like herbs tied to napkins or fresh flowers in repurposed vessels to elevate any occasion.
The cookbook is currently available at a discounted price of $35 on Amazon Australia, marked down by more than 30 percent. Customers have praised it as one of Hay's best, with many opting for the hardcover edition to display in their kitchens.
