London chefs share their Christmas dinner secrets

December 17, 2020 by
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You might have your holiday meal plan down pat, but I will confess that I haven't even started putting together a menu. That is not only because there will be just two of us, I am a champion procrastinator. I have begun the process of deciding what to make, but could use a little help. That is why I was… read more

Toblerone Cookbook: 40 Fabulous Baking Treats

December 17, 2020 by
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Enter our US giveaway to win one of three copies of Toblerone Cookbook: 40 Fabulous Baking Treats by Kyle Books. Toblerone's legendary almond and honey triangular chocolate bar is loved the world over and sold everywhere, from international airports to local corner shops. This beautifully packaged, fabulously fun cookery book celebrates the versatility of this iconic chocolate bar (which comes… read more

Why you should set your desserts on fire

December 16, 2020 by
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Let's face it, 2020 has been a calamity for almost everyone across the globe. I recently saw a commemorative candle that sums up what a lot of people feel about the year: a dumpster fire. Since the world is literally and figuratively on fire this year, why not keep the flames going through your cooking? Kidding aside, adding fire to… read more

January 2021 Great Big Cookbook Club Roundup

December 16, 2020 by
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As our members know, each month we offer at least four 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 will try to keep you up-to-date on these clubs’ choices… read more

The Book on Pie and a JK Adams Pastry Board Giveaway

December 16, 2020 by
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Enter our US/CA giveaway to win one of three copies of The Book on Pie: Everything You Need to Know to Bake Perfect Pies by Erin Jeanne McDowell with one grand prize winner in the US receiving The Ultimate Pastry Board from JK Adams as well! The Book on Pie: Everything You Need to Know to Bake Perfect Pies by Erin Jeanne… read more

Cookies from around the world or around the block

December 15, 2020 by
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For a few years, the term procrastibaking has been employed to describe any time someone bakes when they should be doing something else such as working or doing the laundry. Today, I've been working on promotions and end of the month posts and my thoughts kept wandering to other fun things I want to do such as decorate the tree… read more

Baking Cookbook Bundle Giveaway

December 15, 2020 by
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Enter our US giveaway to win a bundle of four fantastic baking titles. One winner will receive a copy of each of these titles: Snacking Cakes: Simple Treats for Anytime Cravings by Yossy Arefi, The Good Book of Southern Baking: A Revival of Biscuits, Cakes, and Cornbread by Kelly Fields and Kate Heddings, Dessert Person: Recipes and Guidance for Baking… read more

Chefs predict food trends for 2021

December 14, 2020 by
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With 2020 almost in the rearview mirror (thank goodness), it's time to look forward to what we can expect in the coming year. For many of us, 2021 will still be a slog as the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on our healthcare systems and economy, especially service establishments like restaurants, but with vaccines beginning to be distributed, there is… read more

Food news antipasto

December 13, 2020 by
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We'll begin this week's survey of what's happening in food and cookbooks with a free baking class. Art of the Pie's Kate McDermott is offering a free dough making demonstration as a thank you to everyone who has supported her over the years. The Zoom session will be held on Thursday December 31st, 2020 at 8AM Pacific Time (US). The… read more

A trifling matter

December 12, 2020 by
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While Jenny focused on Yule logs this week, I had my sights set in a different direction. Watching the GBBO holiday special featuring the cast of Derry Girls, trifles were top of mind for me, and a post from Australian Gourmet Traveller featuring 22 different trifle recipes for Christmas further nudged me in that direction. Trifle has a long and… read more

This week: Yule log recipes, hot chocolate bombs, cookbook and product giveaways, and more

December 11, 2020 by
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As I was scrolling through social media on Wednesday, an article at Vogue featuring stunning Parisian yule logs stopped me in my tracks. I fully admit I am an odd duck and while the other cakes blew me away I was most taken with the modern design below by La bûche Jardin sous la Neige du Shangri-La. While I drooled… read more

Hanukkah recipes at hand

December 10, 2020 by
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Hanukkah begins this evening and will end on the evening of December 18. If you are looking for different recipes to celebrate in this year that has us all scrambling to meet new challenges, head over to our Hanukkah Pinterest Board, which has been recently updated with new Pins. There are a slew of novel recipes for latkes - Food… read more

The Chicken Soup Manifesto Cookbook Giveaway

December 10, 2020 by
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Enter our US/UK/AU/NZ contest to win one of three copies of The Chicken Soup Manifesto: Recipes from Around the World by Jenn Louis. There is nothing better than a steaming bowl of soup when the outside temperature turns brisk or when you are feeling under the weather. In The Chicken Soup Manifesto: Recipes from Around the World, Jenn Louis, Top… read more

Homemade for the holidays

December 9, 2020 by
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On Monday we supplied links to great online resources to purchase holiday hampers and other food gifts. Sometimes you might want something more personal, or perhaps something less expensive - let's face it, this year not all of us can afford to spend a lot on presents. In either of these situations, homemade gifts fit the bill. We tend to… read more

101 Greatest Cookies Cookbook Giveaway

December 8, 2020 by
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Enter our giveaway (2 copies US) of 101 Greatest Cookies on the Planet by Erin Mylroie. 101 Greatest Cookies on the Planet by Erin Mylroie is loaded with recipes from a play on the famous Levain cookie, Utah style pink frosted cookie, Lemon meatballs, to French toast cookies with maple glaze. This is an ideal book to add to your cookie… read more

Holiday gifts from your favorite authors

December 7, 2020 by
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Yikes! The holidays are almost here and you haven't even begun purchasing gifts (or is that just me?)! If you have a food lover on your list - or maybe someone who is just tired of cooking - you might want to get them a gift from one of your favorite cookbook authors. Most of the companies below offer expedited… read more

Pizza: History, Recipes, Stories, Places, People, Love – Cookbook Giveaway

December 7, 2020 by
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Enter our US/UK/AU/NZ giveaway to win one of three copies of Pizza: History, Recipes, Stories, Places, People, Love by Thom and James Elliot. The Elliott brothers are the Pizza Pilgrims and authors of Pizza Pilgrims: Recipes from the Backstreets of Italy and their new title Pizza: History, Recipes, Stories, Places, People, Love. During this pandemic, like many owners of restaurants,… read more

Flavor for All and a John Boos Board Giveaway

December 7, 2020 by
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Enter our US/CA giveaway to win one of three copies of Flavor for All: Everyday Recipes & Creative Pairings by James Briscione and Brooke Parkhurst with one US grand prize winner also receiving a John Boos Newton Prep Master II. The dynamic husband and wife team, James Briscione and Brooke Parkhurst are back with Flavor for All: Everyday Recipes &… read more

Larousse Patisserie and Baking: The Ultimate Expert Guide, with More Than 200 Recipes and Step-by-Step Techniques Cookbook Giveaway

December 6, 2020 by
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Enter our US giveaway to win one of two copies of Larousse Patisserie and Baking: The Ultimate Expert Guide, with More Than 200 Recipes and Step-by-Step Techniques by Larousse. Larousse Patisserie and Baking covers all aspects of baking – from simple everyday cakes and desserts to special occasion show-stoppers. There are more than 200 recipes included as well as guides to… read more

Food news antipasto

December 6, 2020 by
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With every season come seasonal flavors of products ranging from drinks to chips/crisps to candies. It seems like food companies try to outdo each other with the new flavors and that is not always for the better, says The Guardian's Jay Rayner. He calls out wacky holiday flavors, asking "has anyone ever really felt more Christmassy because Walkers have released… read more

International ‘Worlds of Flavor’ conference goes digital

December 5, 2020 by
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For 22 years, the Culinary Institute of America has hosted an international culinary conference aimed at professional chefs, called Worlds of Flavor, combines seasoned pros and up-and-coming chefs to spotlight emerging trends in food. This year the conference proceeded virtually, like so may other conferences in 2020, with chefs from 20 countries and five continents sharing ideas, including how to… read more

This week: The perfect sugar cookie, cookbook store deals, giveaways, and more!

December 4, 2020 by
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Every holiday season, I make a promise to myself that I will take my time and make perfectly decorated cookies. Back in New York, I actually had a small business, baking and decorating cookies, cakes, and other baked goods but that was long ago when I was younger and full of hope. Each year I have delusions of grandeur that… read more

Bon Appetit embroiled in another diversity controversy

December 3, 2020 by
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Bon Appétit magazine keeps shooting itself in the foot. The venerable magazine's downward spiral began in June when editor Adam Rapoport resigned after images surfaced of him wearing blackface at a party. This was soon followed by accusations of inequitable treatment of BIPOC staff members by BA's parent company. Several members of the BA Test Kitchen resigned in protest. The… read more

Christmas Cookie Challenge – Airing of Grievances

December 3, 2020 by
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Festivus for the rest of us! The Festivus story on Seinfeld was one of my family's favorite episodes. Every time I get myself worked up about something - and there are a lot of those occasions - I state to those around me that it is time for my airing of grievances which usually results in a clearing of the… read more

Dumplings and Noodles – Cookbook Giveaway

December 3, 2020 by
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Enter our US/UK/AU/NZ giveaway to win one of three copies of Dumplings and Noodles: Bao, Gyoza, Biang Biang, Ramen--and Everything in Between by Pippa Middlehurst. Dumplings and noodles. What more does a girl need to be happy? Well, maybe a good cake and a man like those dudes in the romance novels - a girl can dream. Dumplings and noodles… read more
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