A collection of published materials that provide recipes and instructions on cooking and food preparation, often with additional information on culinary techniques, kitchen equipment, and meal planning. This category also includes industrial design books, which focus on the art of designing and creating consumer products, emphasizing both functionality and aesthetics. These books may cover topics such as product design, furniture design, and architectural design. Overall, this category encompasses a wide range of literature that merges culinary arts with functional and aesthetic design principles.