Josh Niland is about to step into your home…well, kind of. The much revered chef of Sydney favourite Saint Peter has confirmed that he will be launching his first cookbook shortly. The seafood specialist, who not only owns the fine diner in Paddington but the neighbouring Fish Butchery, will be adding author to his resume with the launch of The Whole Fish Cookbook in September.

Niland is a multi-award winning chef, whose restaurant was dubbed the best in the state in last year’s delicious. 100 and is the only Australian eatery to make the shortlist for the World Restaurant Awards. Niland’s recognitions are largely the result of his ongoing passion for sustainability in the realm of seafood, and interest in celebrating the whole fish (offal included).

Hardie Grant Books will be publishing the cookbook, which they say will reimagine fish cookery. “Josh Niland’s energy and understated talent are a compelling combination alone, but in the mix as well is the fact that he has a powerful conviction and something really important and world-changing to say to the global market. The book has been created to reach a wider audience of fish lovers everywhere,” says publishing director Jane Willson.

So what can audiences expect from The Whole Fish Cookbook? Well fish of course, but with a heavy focus on nose-to-tail recipes. Readers will find more than 60 recipes within that will explore innovative new ways to use and eat fish, including its preparation. But don’t fret, you don’t need to be a pro to buy the book; it’s been promised that the cookbook will cater to a range of different skill levels.

“I am so excited to be able to share everything we have been discovering and developing over the last few years,” explains Niland. “Fish has always been seen as a fairly one-dimensional ingredient offering little to a western palette beyond skinless and boneless fillets. It is refreshing to be working with Jane and the team at Hardie Grant, as they too see the opportunity to inform a wider audience about the importance of utilising the whole fish and diversifying the fish on our table.”

The Whole Fish Cookbook will be released by Hardie Grant Books on September 1, 2019.