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Warm Your Bones: Cozy Recipes for Chilly Days and Winter Nights
Cookbook By: Vanessa Seder “Warm Your Bones assumes that using a stove and oven and warming up your kitchen is a good thing; thus long, slow-cooking processes like braising, roasting, baking, and stewing come into rotation,” Vanessa Seder. I had no idea when I bought Warm Your Bones: Cozy Recipes for Chilly Days and Winter Nights that it was written by someone who lives in Maine. That’s where my mom’s side of the family is from and where I was born. No matter what time of year it is I find myself turning to cozy recipes. I’m not sure how much it rains where you live but even during the summer sometimes you…
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Tasty Reads to Gift Mom This Mother’s Day
Tasty Reads to Gift Mom This Mother’s Day Tasty Reads to Gift Mom This Mother’s Day Gift Mom This Mother’s Day Tasty Reads to Gift Mom This Mother’s Day Tasty Reads to Gift Mom This Mother’s Day Tasty Reads to Gift Mom This Mother’s Day Picking the perfect Mother’s Day gift can be tough for a lot of people. I love giving books of all kinds for holidays and especially cookbooks! Read on for my Mother’s Day Gift Guide and don’t forget to order today! For the Mom Who Loves to Bake Baking Across America: A Vintage Recipe Road Trip By: B. Dylan Hollis Order Today* Will This Make You Happy: Stories &…
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Cook Your Way Through Music City: Nashville Cooking Classes
Have you ever tried a cooking class? I believe that no matter what your experience level is that everyone can benefit or just have fun in a cooking class. When I lived in Nashville years ago, I took classes from a bunch of different places, unfortunately, most of those have closed. So, I am now on the hunt for the best of the best Nashville cooking classes. My first step was to research and create a master list of Nashville cooking classes and the result is below. I plan to spend some time over the remainder of the year testing out a bunch of these Nashville cooking classes to see which ones are…
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Dad What’s For Dinner? Lifesaving Recipes to Avoid Meltdowns, Have Fun in the Kitchen, and Keep Your Kids Well Fed
Cookbook By: David Nayfeldwith Joshua David Stein “I want it to help you answer the question of what’s for dinner-and what’s for breaks, and what’s for lunch; a response to every Daddy, I’m hungry. I need a snack,” David Nayfeld, Dad, What’s For Dinner?. I know that most of us at some point in our lives struggle with the question what’s for dinner and when I saw this cookbook I wanted to see what answers it included. This cookbook is a great resource guide for those struggling with figuring out what to cook night after night. Most of the recipes serve four and include notes on storage, reuse and leftovers. My favorite feature…
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Spring Shelf Refresh: 50 New Cookbook Releases
It’s spring! Or at least here in Tennessee its false spring – I’m sure we will have a little more cold weather before the real warm up. But I’m not letting that stop me from thinking about all of the newness spring brings. Of course, I’m really waiting for all of the release of all the new cookbooks during spring, and I am excited to try as many as I can. It was tough to narrow down my top list but here is the Spring Shelf Refresh: 50 New Cookbook Releases. These new cookbooks cover all kinds of topics including reading, traveling, BBQ, Spanish cuisine, baking, chocolate, seafood, movies, butter and more! Don’t…
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Meal Prep Magic: Time-Saving Tricks for Stress-Free Cooking
Cookbook By: Catherine McCord Years ago I had the opportunity to meet Catherine McCord at an even in NYC and she was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. I loved her previous cookbook Smoothie Project and was excited when I saw Meal Prep Magic: Time-Saving Tricks for Stress-Free Cooking release. Her recipes are always easy to understand, make and are super tasty! This cookbook is no different and I am excited to share with you the recipes that I tested and what I thought of them below. Ricotta Soft-Scrambled Eggs Eggs are a staple in my diet – it doesn’t matter if it’s for breakfast, lunch or dinner – they…
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Passport to Flavor: 100 Global Dishes You Can Make Anywhere
Cookbook By: Chef Abby Cheshire I’ve been following Chef Abby for a while on Instagram and was excited when I saw her debut cookbook was coming out. Passport to Flavor: 100 Global Dishes You Can Make Anywhere is full of inspiration from her journeys around the world. It allows you to travel around the world from your own kitchen. The recipes in the book are all so different that no matter what you are craving you find a recipe that fits. I had a hard time narrowing it down but finally chose to make Guinness Beef Stew and Mushroom Risotto. Read on to see what I thought of each recipe. Guinness Beef Stew…
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Fresh Pages, Fresh Recipes: 26 Cookbooks for 2026
Every year I tell myself it’ll be easier to pick the cookbooks I am most looking forward to reading and each year I’m proven wrong. The 2026 lineup is especially impressive, but I’ve managed to narrow it down to the 26 cookbooks I’m most excited to dive into. Whether you’re building your wishlist or planning your next kitchen adventure, I hope this list helps guide your cookbook shopping for the year. 1. The Stress-Free Slow Cooker: 60 Easy and Delicious Crockpot Recipes for Low-Prep Dinners By: Stephanie GigliottiRelease Date: January 27, 2026 Pre-Order Today* 2. The Epic History of Macaroni and Cheese: From Ancient Rome to Modern America By: Karima Moyer-NocchiRelease Date: February…
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Let’s Talk 2026 Cookbooks: The Complete Release List
If you love staying ahead of the curve when it comes to cookbooks like me, you’re in the right place. Let’s Talk 2026 Cookbooks: The Complete Release List is your go-to guide for what’s coming next in the world of food publishing. From highly anticipated releases by beloved authors to exciting debuts from new voices, 2026 is shaping up to be another incredible year for home cooks, bakers and food lovers of every kind. I write this list to be a living resource for you – one you can bookmark, reference, and return to all year long. Whether you’re planning future purchases, building your wish list, or scouting titles for gifting, you’ll find…
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Stir Up Something Special: Cooking Classes to Gift This Christmas
If you’re searching for a meaningful gift…especially for someone who already seems to have everything…consider giving an experience instead of another thing. Experience-based gifts are often the most memorable, and cooking classes are one of the best you can give. Cooking classes invite recipients to discover new flavors, learn fresh techniques, and explore culinary traditions from around the world. A cooking class gift certificate also adds a personal touch, allowing your loved one to choose exactly what they want to cook, bake, or master in the kitchen. Below, you’ll find a curated list of some of the best cooking schools offering an impressive range of classes. Whether you’re shopping for an aspiring chef…
