A WEST End primary school is celebrating the launch of its very own cookbook.

Hyndland Primary School has released Our World Kitchen earlier this month in a bid to drum up some fundraising.

The publication comprises of recipes from more than 30 countries throughout the world, crossing five continents, offered by more than 70 families within the school.

While local grocers and restaurants also contributed with step-by-step guides to recreating some of their favourite dishes at home.

Chris Bryce, from the school’s parent council, said the idea was derived from the need to bring in cash while the usual fundraising methods were on put on hold due to the coronavirus.

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She said: “The parent council put our heads together and came up with the idea of a cookbook but one that would really the diversity in the school.

“We had been doing a lot of cooking during the lockdown but we hadn’t had the chance to share it with each other.

“You could really eat for a year from this book. It’s got lots of good flavours.”

Some of the recipes include headteacher Helen Brown’s end of term cocktail, beloved janitor John’s favourite mocktail as well as traditional comfort food.

While the children who didn’t take part in recipe contribution took charge of the design process.

The book is filled with colourful illustrations from youngsters in primary one to primary seven, while the eye-catching globe display which made the front cover was the creation of P6A pupil Amelia.

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Ms Brown said: “The amazing parent council, our fabulous parents, local business partners and our enthusiastic acting PT Victoria Moir, are the driving forces behind this fabulous intercultural enterprise.

“Sincere thanks for recognising our efforts to bring the community together after a challenging year through delicious diversity and a common love of good food and drinks.”

The money raised from sales of the book, which costs £10, will go towards equipment for the school playground to make the most of the space and help accommodate an increase in outdoor learning as schools continue to make changes in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Next term the Fortrose Street school is also hopeful some outward-bound style trips will be able to resume, allowing youngsters to get out of the city together for the first time since 2019.

However, for some families, the financial burden of such excursions can be too much. The additional funding raised from the book will also go towards aiding parents who may struggle with this cost to ensure children don’t miss out on vital socialising opportunities.

To purchase the book, visit the school’s social media channels or contact the parent council.