Ostro by Julia Busuttil Nishimura

July 12, 2018 by
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Julia Busuttil Nishimura started her blog Ostro in 2014 and has steadily gained a strong and loyal following for her uncomplicated, seasonal food. As an Australian of Maltese descent and a fluent Italian speaker, who is married to a Japanese man, Julia expertly brings together a broad range of cuisines and culinary influences using the very best produce available. Her style is… read more

Mouneh

July 11, 2018 by
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Obtaining a copy of Mouneh: Preserving Foods for the Lebanese Pantry by Barbara Abdeni Massaadl has been the object of my obsession for the last seven years. If I could reclaim the hours I've spent googling and searching for a copy of this book, I'd be able to take up a new hobby (I'd probably just read more cookbooks). A year ago… read more

Fire Food by Christian DJ BBQ Stevenson

July 10, 2018 by
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Christian "DJ BBQ" Stevenson had a successful career as a radio and TV broadcaster before his passion for cooking over fire changed his course. He is now the second most popular BBQ in the world on YouTube as well as a regular on Jamie Oliver's FoodTube channel.  Stevenson's first book entitled, Jamie Oliver's Food Tube: The BBQ Book, was a big… read more

July 2018 Cookbook Previews and Newest EYB Book Previews

July 10, 2018 by
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It is hard to imagine that we have just another month before the rush of cookbook releases start in August. From August to November, our previews and monthly summaries will be massive, but this month's will be short and sweet. We are busy working behind the scenes in preparation for the books that are headed our way.  This month I'll be… read more

Which Great British Bake Off Contestants have written books

July 7, 2018 by
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Updated August 25, 2021. Six weeks ago, Paul Hollywood posted a photo of the iconic white tent and today I read an article stating that the quaratine procedures were again being practiced. I knew it was time to update this post. Lots of books coming from our favorite bakers in 2021 and 2022. I'm sure there will be more! Speaking… read more

The New Spanish

July 5, 2018 by
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The New Spanish: Bites, Feasts, and Drinks by Jonah Miller and Nate Adler presents the cuisine of Spain with an exuberance that takes into consideration the way we eat and cook today. Packed with brilliant illustrations and quirky photography, this book is a full throttled ride to Spain that delivers everything but typical tapas fare. It is the authors' hope… read more

From the North Promotion

July 2, 2018 by
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From the North: A Simple and Modern Approach to Authentic Nordic Cooking by Katrin Bjork celebrates the classic dishes of Nordic countries, while making them more accessible and approachable for the rest of the world. Katrín was born in Iceland, moved to Denmark to study photography and ended up living there for 14 years. Now she resides in New York where… read more

Cuba The Cookbook by Madelaine Vazquez Galvez and Imogene Tondre

June 28, 2018 by
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Influenced by Spanish, Caribbean and many other cultures, Cuban cuisine is a melting pot of flavors. It has often been characterized as peasant food due to the rationing system and widespread poverty. These obstacles, however, haven't stopped the people of this beautiful island from creating delicious food to feed their families.  Over the last few years, there has been an… read more

Cookbook award winners in New England

June 26, 2018 by
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Last week I attended the 3rd Annual Readable Feast, a celebration of the best of culinary writing in New England. For those not familiar with this area of the USA, it comprises the northeastern states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. It was a fun evening, catching up with old friends, making new ones, and applauding the… read more

First, We Brunch by Rebecca Wellman

June 25, 2018 by
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Anthony Bourdain said something to the effect that society will always have a need for brunch and if things took a wrong turn in his career, he could go back to a brunch gig. People love brunch. Why? Because there is something for everyone. We can have our choice of a sweet or savory entree (or both!). Brunch can be… read more

Vegan 100 and Green Burgers Promotion

June 19, 2018 by
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Today, I have two books to share with you. One is strictly vegan and the other is vegetarian. Both, however, are beautiful and filled with recipes that vegetarians and carnivores alike will love. I am neither a vegan or a vegetarian but I find myself leaning toward more vegetarian options lately. When I worked in Manhattan, one of my favorite… read more

Bake for Syria

June 18, 2018 by
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#Bake for SYRIA by Lily Vanilli is a double whammy of a cookbook. Not only is it strikingly beautiful and filled with innovative and showstopping recipes, its purpose is to help others. ##Bake for SYRIA follows in step behind #Cook for SYRIA and #Soup for SYRIA in their mission to raise money for relief efforts in Syria.  Contributors to this title include: Anna Jones, Bill… read more

One Bottle Cocktails and Food52 Any Night Grilling

June 14, 2018 by
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Here in the States we are entering the sultry season of outdoor parties. Summer begs for grilling and cocktails (or what I love to do during summer - air conditioning, cocktails and complaining about the heat). Today, I have two books that will guide you through summer and year-round entertaining with grilling inspiration and cocktail perfection. Food52 Any Night Grilling:… read more

What to look for this Cookbooktober 2018

June 13, 2018 by
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Besides my family, cookbooks are my life. My days are filled with reviewing, reading, cooking from, and thinking about cookbooks. I'm sure many of you can relate. If I am not paging through a book, I'm researching what the future holds for cookbook devotees. My 2018 Preview Post is an extensive compilation of cookbook releases by month. If a book… read more

The L. A. Cookbook

June 11, 2018 by
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The L.A. Cookbook: Recipes from the Best Restaurants, Bakeries, and Bars in Los Angeles by Alison Clare Steingold is the ultimate West Coast food lover's dream.  Beautiful photography and profiles of all THE places to be are complemented by the shared recipes from those locales. The "Fried chicken sandwich, spicy B&B pickle slaw, rooster aioli" from Son of a Gun,… read more

Feasting by Amanda Ruben

June 9, 2018 by
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Amanda Ruben is the founder and owner of Miss Ruben, a New York-inspired deli and cafe in suburban Ripponlea Village, in the heart of Melbourne's Jewish community. She is the daughter of Jewish parents and grew up in the various kitchens of her mother, Tamara, who ran a series of food businesses in Melbourne. It seems natural for her to… read more

Flatbread – Anni Daulter

June 9, 2018 by
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Flatbread: Toppings, Dips, and Drizzles by Anni Daulter, author of Bites on Boards and other titles, takes a fresh approach to the humble flatbread in her latest release. Here, she serves up a collection of recipes, including various types of flatbreads, that tempt the taste buds with dips, drizzles, and creative toppings to make appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Artichoke and… read more

June 2018 Cookbook Highlights and new EYB Book Previews

June 7, 2018 by
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Cookbook lovers have a few moments to breathe and build more bookshelves before August ushers in another wave of cookbook titles. That doesn't mean we don't have great books coming out this month - just a far less number.  I am working on promotions for many of these titles so please check back. While you are here make sure you… read more

Lickerland by Jason Licker

June 5, 2018 by
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It's pastry genius two-fer week. Yesterday, I wrote and shared a promotion on Will Goldfarb's Room for Dessert and today I am highlighting the equally brilliant Jason Licker's Lickerland: Asian-Accented Desserts. Jason self-published Lickerland in 2016 and has been the recipient of well-deserved accolades. Recently, he was nominated for three awards at the World Gourmand Cookbook Awards (he came in second) and in… read more

Room for Dessert by Will Goldfarb

June 4, 2018 by
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Will Goldfarb, the acclaimed former elBulli pastry chef, runs his own destination restaurant in Bali, Room4Dessert. His menu of desserts and fine pastry are inspired by local ingredients and enjoyed with stunning surroundings. Light bites and more importantly, desserts, are served every Tuesday through Sunday from 5pm to 11pm (just in case anyone is headed to Bali, I did the leg work… read more

Just Cook It! Justin Chapple

June 3, 2018 by
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Just Cook It!: 145 Built-to-Be-Easy Recipes That Are Totally Delicious by Justin Chapple  is not your typical "you can make a meal' type of cookbook. It's more in line with a you can make a truly delicious, elevated meal with a few basics thrown in for good measure type. Justin is the mad genius at Food & Wine's test kitchen.… read more

Once Upon a Chef – Jennifer Segal

May 30, 2018 by
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Once Upon a Chef: The Cookbook: 100 Tested, Perfected, and Family-Approved Recipes by Jennifer Segal provides the reader the tools needed to improve their cooking one recipe at a time, with helpful tips on topics such as how to season correctly with salt, how to balance flavors, and how to make the most of leftovers. The author went to culinary… read more

Lagom by Steffi Knowles-Dellner

May 30, 2018 by
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Lagom by definition means just the right amount, balanced, harmonious. I have spent countless hours craving a hygge lifestyle, when I could have been craving both. What could be better than a life lived in cozy balance? Well, maybe being a Princess but since Prince Harry has tied the knot, that dream has died.  Lagom: The Swedish Art of Eating… read more

The Modern Dairy – Annie Bell

May 29, 2018 by
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The Modern Dairy: Nourishing Recipes Using Milk, Yogurt, Cheese, and Cream by Annie Bell was published last year in the UK and was released in March of this year in the US. Dairy is a nutritional powerhouse and is making a comeback. It offers the richest natural source of calcium and has a host of other vitamins, minerals, and high-quality… read more

At My Table – Nigella Lawson Giveaway

May 28, 2018 by
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Everyone's favorite domestic goddess, Nigella Lawson's new book, At My Table: A Celebration of Home Cooking is our main selection in the Eat Your Books Cookbook Club for June. Nigella is a champion of the home cook and her new book celebrates the food she loves to cook for friends and family. The recipes are warming, comforting, and inspirational, from… read more
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