The Italian Baker – Melissa Forti

February 25, 2017 by
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The Italian Baker: 100 International Baking Recipes with a Modern Twist by Melissa Forti is an incredible baking book from a baker who is self-taught. Born in Rome, Melissa lived in Los Angeles and London before settling in Sarzana, Italy where she opened a boutique bakery and tea room.  Sarzana is a town on the popular Ligurian coast of north-west… read more

The rich history of butter

February 24, 2017 by
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Butter forms the foundation of most pastries, cookies, and cakes, and it is indispensible in many savory dishes as well. A recently published book about the ubiquitous dairy product dives into its 10,000 year history, tracing its rise from accidental discovery by herders to revered culinary catalyst. Butter: A Rich History by award-winning food writer and chef Elaine Khosrova serves up… read more

Chef Jeremy Lee expounds on his favorite cookbooks

February 23, 2017 by
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There are cookbooks and then there are cookbooks. The former operate as an instructional manual, providing the outline you need to make a particular dish. The latter, on the other hand, transport you through time and space, allowing you to better understand a culture and inspiring you to create. Chef Jeremy Lee talks about the books that he places in… read more

Cookbook Giveaway – The Aleppo Cookbook

February 23, 2017 by
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The Aleppo Cookbook: Celebrating the Legendary Cuisine of Syria by Marlene Matar is "a loving tribute to a little-known cuisine rich in flavors and traditions."   For more information on this title, please our review, author interview and recipe post.  We are pleased to offer two copies of this title to our EYB Members in the US. One of the entry… read more

The Aleppo Cookbook – Interview & Recipe

February 23, 2017 by
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The Aleppo Cookbook: Celebrating the Legendary Cuisine of Syria by Marlene Matar is "a loving tribute to a little-known cuisine rich in flavors and traditions."   Aleppo was a food capital long before New York, Paris or Rome thanks to its fertile soil and location between the Mediterranean and the Euphrates - at the intersection of the Silk Road. Syria's… read more

Celebrate National Margarita Day

February 22, 2017 by
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Today is National Margarita Day in the US, and we welcome those outside our borders to celebrate the day with us. Margaritas have a long and interesting history. While theories of its origins abound, it isn't likely that the drink was named after a particular woman, as most stories speculate. According to drink historian David Wondrich, the best guess is… read more

Cookbook Giveaway – Cooking for Friends

February 22, 2017 by
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Cooking for Friends: Bring People Together, Enjoy Good Food, and Make Happy Memories by Terry Edwards and George Craig explores the duo's simple beginnings - cooking for friends - to creating one of the trendiest pop-up restaurants in London, Check On.  For more information on this title, please see our review and recipe post which shares a recipe for Green Pea and Ham Hock Soup… read more

Cooking for Friends – Terry Edwards & George Craig

February 22, 2017 by
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Cooking for Friends: Bring People Together, Enjoy Good Food, and Make Happy Memories by Terry Edwards and George Craig explores the duo's humble beginnings of cooking for friends - to creating one of the trendiest pop-up restaurants in London named Check On. The dynamic pair take traditional British dishes and give them a modern make-over to please the palate and encourage… read more

A ban on pineapple pizza? Not quite

February 21, 2017 by
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  Opinions on what does not belong on a pizza can be quite strong. Last week, Iceland's President, Guðni Th. Jóhannesson, landed in hot water after expressing a disdain for pineapple on pizza in an Q&A session with school children. He said if he could, he would ban the topping. Naturally, there was a social media frenzy following the comment.  There… read more

Turkish Delights – John Gregory-Smith

February 21, 2017 by
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Turkish Delights: Stunning Regional Recipes from the Bosphorus to the Black Sea by John Gregory-Smith captures the glorious food of Turkey and the culinary influences brought by its neighboring countries. From the turquoise-hued waters to the markets ablazed with the scents of spices, tempting street food and the vibrant colors of the gorgeous pottery, Turkey is becoming a must-visit spot for… read more

Cookbook Giveaway – Turkish Delights

February 21, 2017 by
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Turkish Delights: Stunning Regional Recipes from the Bosphorus to the Black Sea by John Gregory-Smith captures the glorious diverse food of Turkey. For more information on this title, please see our review and recipe post which shares a recipe for those delicious borek shown on the book cover.  We are pleased to offer three copies of this title to our EYB Members in the US. One… read more

February 2017 – Cookbook Roundup

February 20, 2017 by
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Each month I happily wade through hundreds of cookbooks, selecting and reviewing all the best new releases from the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand (and other countries). The only thing left for you to do is to add them to your Bookshelf.  If you are planning to purchase any of these books for yourself or as gifts,… read more

A cooking club celebrates its 20th anniversary

February 20, 2017 by
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  When you find a great group of friends, the relationships can last a lifetime. The only thing better than finding lifelong friends is finding them through food. That's what happened to a group of women in Montreal, Canada, who formed a cooking club in the mid-1990s. They were coworkers at a company, and even though most of them no… read more

Use your thermometer for more than meat

February 19, 2017 by
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  Most cooks have a meat thermometer and many of us are equipped with an instant-read version like the Thermapen. It's essential for taking the temperature of steaks, chicken, and other meats to ensure food safety and avoid overcooking. You shouldn't limit your temperature taking to meat, however, says Bonnie Berwick of The Washington Post.  Just like meats, most baked… read more

Cooking Like Mummyji by Vicky Bhogal

February 19, 2017 by
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Cooking Like Mummyji: Real Indian Food from the Family Home by Vicky Bhogal is a reissue of the author's popular book previously released in 2003. This edition captures the warmth and vibrancy of Indian home cooking in beautiful photographs and recipes. Indian cuisine is one of my favorites - the soul warming spices, the depth of flavors and varieties of… read more

Cookbook Giveaway – Cooking Like Mummyji

February 19, 2017 by
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Cooking Like Mummyji: Real Indian Food from the Family Home by Vicky Bhogal is a reissue of the author's popular book previously released in 2003. This edition captures the warmth and vibrancy of Indian home cooking in beautiful photographs and recipes. For more information on this title, please see our review and recipe post  which shares a recipe for Samose. We are pleased to… read more

Cookbook Giveaway – My Sweet Kitchen

February 18, 2017 by
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My Sweet Kitchen: Recipes for Stylish Cakes, Pies, Cookies, Donuts, Cupcakes, and More--Plus Tutorials for Distinctive Decoration, Styling, and Photography by Linda Lomelino is where art meets dessert in a visually stunning book that will be a source of endless inspiration.  For more information on this title, please see our review and recipe post which shares a recipe for Raspberry and Oreo Cheesecake. Sounds… read more

My Sweet Kitchen – Linda Lomelino

February 18, 2017 by
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My Sweet Kitchen: Recipes for Stylish Cakes, Pies, Cookies, Donuts, Cupcakes, and More--Plus Tutorials for Distinctive Decoration, Styling, and Photography by Linda Lomelino lives up to the title. Gorgeous photographs, recipes and easy instructions to not only bake these tempting treats but also style and photograph (if we are so inclined) our creations. In 2009, the Swedish author started her… read more

Freda DeKnight, a ‘Titan of African-American Cuisine’

February 18, 2017 by
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As the recent movie 'Hidden Figures' demonstrates, African-American women have contributed greatly to the United States' success without getting much recognition for it and despite being unfairly treated. This is the case with American cookery, too.  NPR's The Salt reminds us of another 'hidden figure', this one in the culinary sphere: Freda DeKnight. Born in 1909, DeKnight spent much of her… read more

Featured Cookbooks & Recipes

February 17, 2017 by
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Did you know adding online recipes to your EYB Bookshelf is a really great way to build your personal recipe collection?  You can do this even if you have a free membership!  Try it out now and see how easy it is. Browse the recipes below, choose one that appeals, click on the link, and add it to your Bookshelf.… read more

Olive oil prices skyrocket

February 17, 2017 by
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  It might be a good idea to stock up on olive oil. According to reports, supplies of the popular substance are dwindling and the price has skyrocketed due to several devastating weather events. Hot and humid weather in Italy attracted olive fruit flies and allowed damaging bacteria to flourish. The yield this year is expected to be only half of… read more

Have vanilla, will travel

February 16, 2017 by
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Pichet Ong has carved out a reputation as a world-class pastry chef known for combining French technique with Asian ingredients. He's written a cookbook, The Sweet Spot: Asian-Inspired Desserts, and has appeared on Top Chef. In the last several years, Ong has transitioned from holding a traditional chef position into being a jet-setting pastry consultant.  Although Ong likes to incorporate… read more

Cookbook Giveaway – Share

February 16, 2017 by
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Share: Delicious and Surprising Recipes to Pass Around Your Table by Chris Santos and Rick Rodgers contains a wonderful selection of recipes perfect for entertaining family and friends.  For more information on this title, please see our review and recipe post which shares a recipe for Rigatoni with Merguez, Ricotta Salata, and Brown Butter.  We are pleased to offer two copies of Share to… read more

Share by Chris Santos with Rick Rodgers

February 16, 2017 by
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Share: Delicious and Surprising Recipes to Pass Around Your Table by Chris Santos and Rick Rodgers is full of sexy food and gorgeous photographs.   Lately, books that focus on friends and family gathering around the table have been catching my attention and this title is an attention-grabber. There is something warm and comforting that emanates from these pages that… read more

Is Prue Leith coming to the GBBO?

February 15, 2017 by
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Rumors are swirling that restaurateur, and cookery-school founder Prue Leith may be in the running to replace Mary Berry on the new GBBO. No one has confirmed this rumor, but many people agree that she is amply qualified for the hosting spot. Leith opened her Michelin-starred restaurant, Leith's, in the late 1960s and founded Leiths School of Food and Wine… read more
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