September 2024 New Cookbook Review

September 25, 2024 by
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September has a load of new cookbooks for us to consider adding to our burgeoning cookbook shelves. (October is even bigger!) You can keep track of what is coming this year with our 2024 Cookbook Preview and don’t forget that you can create a wishlist and share it with your loved ones. Last week, I published the 2025 Cookbook Preview Post which will be… read more

Art in (and of) the kitchen

September 25, 2024 by
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Visit any art museum and you will find food depicted in a large number of the paintings on display. There are many reasons painters choose the subjects of food and dining: food contains a lot of symbolism, and as Anne Ewbank points out in a recent Gastro Obscura article, food paintings "also were a way for artists to flex their… read more

Have a glut of produce? There’s a batch for that

September 24, 2024 by
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Gardeners know this scenario all too well: one day you are admiring the massive quantities of vegetables ripening on the vine, and the next day you are cursing the massive quantities of vegetables ripening on the vine. The best way to deal with this abundance? Make items in large batches that you can freeze or preserve. The Guardian offers a… read more

Food news antipasto

September 22, 2024 by
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We learned this week that celebrated Australian-Lebanese chef Greg Malouf has died at the age of 64. Born in Melbourne, the award-winning chef helmed various restaurants in Australia before moving to Dubai in 2013 to open two restaurants, Cle Dubai and Zahira. Known as the "godfather of Middle Eastern cuisine" in Australia, Malouf created contemporary takes on Middle Eastern food starting with… read more

September 2024 EYB Cookbook Club Summary

September 22, 2024 by
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Each month we previously offered at least four cooking options in our Eat Your Books Cookbook Club. This summer we cooked our favorite recipe from any cookbook, magazine, blog or online option and had a huge increase in participation. We decided to do a poll in the group asking if Members wished to continue with the “anything goes” posting or choose… read more

Bananas are in an existential crisis

September 21, 2024 by
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Bananas are the most popular fruit in the world. It's easy to why, as they are inexpensive, extremely portable, make great additions to breakfast cereal and oatmeal, and even when they are overripe they can still be used in quick breads or popped into the freezer to be used in smoothies. As a testament to their popularity, the EYB Library… read more

The Great British Bake Off is back, the 2025 Cookbook Preview, recipes and more

September 20, 2024 by
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This week the new bakers for Season 15 of The Great British Bake Off were announced and we have shared that information with you here. It looks like a wonderful mixture of bakers from all ages and walks of life. As stated, the show airs in the UK on Channel 4 on the 24th of September and on Netflix in… read more

Tupperware files for bankruptcy

September 20, 2024 by
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Tupperware, the plastic storage container company that once dominated the market, recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. With the proliferation of cheaper, and frankly better, storage options, it's a wonder the 70-year-old company made it this far before entering bankruptcy. Its sales model, once an innovative concept that empowered millions of women to earn money outside of the home,… read more

The rise of cute food

September 18, 2024 by
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Cute food is nothing new - bloggers have been making adorable cake pops, cookies, and other sweet items for years. Kim-Joy's cute animal-themed bakes led her to the finals on GBBO. But until recently, cuteness was limited to desserts, sweets, and possibly snacks. However, creating cute savory foods is taking off, explains Elyse Inamine, writing for Taste. Macarons from Baking… read more

Baking in the American South by Anne Byrn – Cookbook Giveaway

September 18, 2024 by
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Enter our US giveaway to win one of two copies of Baking in the American South: 200 Recipes and Their Untold Stories (A Definitive Guide to Southern Baking) by Anne Byrn. Please be sure to check our Calendar for the author's scheduled events. Have you ever picked up a cookbook and before you even crack open the cover you just… read more

Romy Gill’s India: Recipes from Home Cookbook Giveaway

September 18, 2024 by
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Enter our worldwide giveaway to win one of three copies of Romy Gill's India: Recipes from Home by Romy Gill. Step into the heart of India's vibrant culinary heritage with Romy Gill's India. Renowned chef Romy Gill takes you on a charming journey through her ancestral kitchens in the Bengal and Punjab region, where she discovered the true essence of… read more

The case of the disappearing ingredients

September 17, 2024 by
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A recent Forum topic started by Member Indio32 caught my attention because it confirmed something that I have been noticing in my local supermarket. The issue is that some ingredients - mainly more traditional or 'old-fashioned' items - seem to be disappearing from grocery store shelves. The issue raised is broader than just one country as people from Australia, the… read more

The Great British Bake Off 2024 begins next week!

September 17, 2024 by
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Everyone's favorite baking competition will premiere its 15th season on Channel 4 at 8pm on Tuesday 24th September in the United Kingdom. While official word has not been released, we hope that new season will then air on Netflix in the US on Friday, September 27th. Fingers crossed. Updated: Netflix has announced that the show will air in the US… read more

Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking Cookbook Giveaway

September 16, 2024 by
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Enter our US giveaway to win one of two copies of Mastering the Art of Plant-Based Cooking: Vegan Recipes, Tips, and Techniques by Joe Yonan. Please be sure to check our Calendar for the author's scheduled events. Discover the richness of vegan cuisine with more than 300 mouthwatering recipes for flavorful staples, weeknight meals, and celebratory feasts, from a James… read more

Food news antipasto

September 16, 2024 by
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Eater staff published their favorite cookbooks coming out this autumn. You will probably see most, if not all, of these books in Jenny's upcoming reviews, but it's helpful to get perspective from other food writers. Of the new releases, they highlight books from Martha Stewart, Carolina Gelen, Paola Velez, and Yotam Ottolenghi saying these and other releases "will make you… read more

2025 Cookbook Preview Post

September 15, 2024 by
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Here we go again...another year and a slew of cookbooks already in the pre-order stage. You can still follow the remaining months of 2024 in my 2024 Cookbook Preview Post. A few authors have mentioned that the amount of pre-orders weigh into how much money the publishing companies put into publicity for a particular cookbook, so preorder your favorites. Using… read more

KitchenAid makes a bold move with its newest mixer

September 14, 2024 by
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It's no secret that I am a KitchenAid stan - I have a 7 quart Professional and most of the accessories that they offer. Even though I have a standard color (Empire Red), I never had mixer envy even when a gorgeous new hue hit the scene - until now. KitchenAid's latest stand mixer is a knockout but it is… read more

How much cinnamon is safe to eat?

September 13, 2024 by
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Earlier this year we posted a note about worrying lead levels in some brands of ground cinnamon. Consumer Reports recently followed up on those concerns with its own testing of several different brands of cinnamon available in the US and provided guidance on which brands would be safe to eat, and which should be avoided. Even with that knowledge you… read more

A toast to toast

September 11, 2024 by
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A piece of quality bread can be enjoyed on its own, but it's even better when toasted (there, I said it). Slathering the toast with salted butter elevates it yet again and it can become sublime with additional toppings. Toast topping is the subject of a recent Guardian Kitchen Aide column by Anna Berrill, which expounds on what chefs think… read more

October 2024 Great Big Cookbook Club Summary

September 11, 2024 by
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As our members know, each month we offer several cooking options in our Eat Your Books Cookbook Club. There are other fun cookbook clubs around the interwebs and we’d like to highlight those for those members who might want to cook or bake something other than our choices.  We want to get this information out to you so you can prepare… read more

When it’s okay to have a fire in the kitchen

September 11, 2024 by
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Ever since humans conquered fire, we have been fascinated by it. Therefore it's no surprise that we use fire or combustion in celebratory ways, whether as fireworks, bonfires, or even in our food. Since at least the 1700s, when crème brûlée flambé was allegedly invented, enterprising cooks have found ways to bring fire into the dining room, most often as… read more

Small Batch Cookies Cookbook Promotion

September 10, 2024 by
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Enter our US/CA giveaway below to win one of three copies of Small Batch Cookies: Deliciously Easy Bakes for One to Six People by Edd Kimber. Please note the author has events in the US and are shared on our calendar. Small Batch Cookies: Deliciously Easy Bakes for One to Six People by Edd Kimber is filled with recipes for those… read more

The Flygerians Cookbook Giveaway and Quick Bites with the Authors

September 10, 2024 by
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Enter our US/CA/UK giveaway below to win one of three copies of The Flygerians Cookbook: Over 70 Recipes for Nigerian Food That Will Speak to your Soul & Warm Your Heart by Jess and Jo Edun. Jo and Jess Edun started their food careers with a residency in a pub whilst catering corporate lunches. Five years on in 2022, they… read more

Food news antipasto

September 8, 2024 by
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It's often been said that food is love, but some Spanish shoppers are taking it quite literally. It seems the latest craze to hit Mercadona supermarkets is looking for love in the produce aisle. People are using certain foods - mainly pineapple - as a sign that they are interested in a romantic partner. With fruit prominently placed in their… read more

Saying goodbye to a season

September 8, 2024 by
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Just like that, the sun's angle has shifted, the daylight hours are noticeably shorter, and the morning air is crisp and cool. Of course the process has been more gradual, but at this time of year it almost seems like Mother Nature flips a switch to usher in the next season. While it can be difficult for a warm weather-loving… read more
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