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  • Holidays

    From Beginners to Chefs: 13 Cooking Classes to Gift in 2024

    November 13, 2024 / 1 Comment

    If you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift, especially for those who seem to have it all, consider the gift of experience. In my opinion, it’s one of the most cherished and memorable gifts one can receive. And what better experience to gift than a cooking class? Cooking classes offer the opportunity to explore new flavors, techniques, and culinary traditions, making them a delightful present for anyone. By presenting a cooking class gift certificate, you’re allowing your loved ones to choose what they want to learn or perfect in the kitchen, making it a truly personalized and thoughtful gift. This list introduces you to some of the finest cooking schools that offer…

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    Kim Reynolds

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    Countdown to Flavor: 50 Festive Food & Drink Advent Calendars

    November 1, 2024
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    How to Store Your Cookbooks

    September 9, 2021
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    Countdown To A Memorable Thanksgiving: Your Week-Long Prep Guide

    November 18, 2021
  • Holidays

    2024’s Best Cookbooks for Every Food Lover on Your List

    November 12, 2024 / No Comments

    ‘Tis the season for gift-giving, and what better way to celebrate than with the gift of cookbooks? There’s something magical about sharing the joy of cooking through a beautifully wrapped book paired with a thoughtful kitchen tool or gadget, my favorite way to gift cookbooks. They are a great way to inspire new culinary adventures and memorable meals for your family and friends. Whether for seasoned chefs, adventurous home cooks, or budding foodies, this 2024’s Best Cookbooks for Every Food Lover on Your List cookbook gift guide with 50 top choices has the perfect pick for everyone on your list. P.S. Don’t forget to pick one up for yourself too! Celebrating American Cuisine:…

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    2023 Cookbook Gift Guide

    November 7, 2023
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    Baking for the Holidays

    November 23, 2021
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    7 Meal Prep Tips

    August 2, 2023
  • Holidays

    40 Perfect Stocking Stuffers for Cooks and Food Lovers

    November 10, 2024 / 3 Comments

    Embracing the festive spirit of Christmas, I find immense joy in the art of gift-giving, particularly when it comes to stocking stuffers. There’s a unique delight in discovering small, thoughtful treasures that add a touch of magic to the holiday season. In the spirit of culinary delight, I’ve created a list of 27 distinctive cooking and dining stocking stuffers that are bound to captivate everyone this Christmas. From charming kitchen gadgets to whimsy gifts that are sure to bring smiles and culinary inspiration to your loved ones’ holiday celebrations. Join me in the excitement of finding that perfect, petite present to tuck into stockings, making this Christmas both delightful and delicious for all.

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    The Complete Language of Food: A Definitive & Illustrated History

    May 20, 2024
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    Shaken: Drinking with James Bond and Ian Fleming

    September 7, 2021
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    Traveling to France Through Cookbooks

    September 14, 2021
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    Countdown to Flavor: 50 Festive Food & Drink Advent Calendars

    November 1, 2024 / No Comments

    The holiday season is just around the corner, and with it comes one of the most delightful traditions—Advent calendars! These charming countdowns not only help us mark the days leading up to Christmas but also add a little spark of joy to each day. While the Christmas tree usually takes center stage, Advent calendars have quickly become a beloved holiday staple in the U.S., as they’ve been in Europe for years. And in 2024, the variety of Advent calendars available is bigger and better than ever, offering something for everyone. I’m excited to present Countdown to Flavor: 50 Festive Food & Drink Advent Calendars. Whether you’re a parent looking to surprise your kids…

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    10 Kitchen Must Haves

    June 20, 2023
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    2023 Cookbook Gift Guide

    November 7, 2023
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    Happy 4th Birthday Kitchen Lit!

    July 20, 2024
  • Cookbook News

    The Complete Guide to 2025’s New Cookbook Releases

    October 7, 2024 / No Comments

    Are you excited for the next wave of cookbooks? I know I am! The 2025 lineup is already looking incredible, packed with must-have titles that will make it hard to choose. If I had the space, I’d honestly add them all to my collection—but that might be a bit ambitious! Every year, I’m amazed by the new releases, thinking nothing could top the previous year. Yet, 2025 is shaping up to surprise us again. Below, you’ll find a complete list of cookbooks launching each month, showcasing everything from timeless classics to cutting-edge culinary creations. Be sure to bookmark this page—I’ll update it regularly as more cookbooks are announced throughout the year! January February…

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    How To Keep Your Kitchen Organized

    January 25, 2022

    Countdown to Flavor: 50 Festive Food & Drink Advent Calendars

    November 1, 2024
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    Fresh Start for Your Kitchen: Food

    July 15, 2021
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    Cookbook Reviews

    The Tex-Mex Table: 60 Knockout Recipes from the Lone Star State

    September 26, 2024 / No Comments

    Cookbook By: Mandi Hickman “Tex-Mex cuisine is vibrant, flavorful and fresh. It’s comfort food that’s made with love. It’s simple but it makes people happy. You truly cannot be in a bad mood when you are presented with a margarita on the rocks, a taco platter and guacamole. It’s impossible!”, Mandi Hickman author of The Tex-Mex Table: 60 Knockout Recipes from the Lone Star State.  Mexican and tex-mex are two very popular cookbook topics, and it can be tough to figure out which ones to try. When I found The Tex-Mex Table: 60 Knockout Recipes from the Lone Star State I was drawn to it as the recipes seemed different from the typical tex-mex…

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    Food Swings

    January 12, 2021
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    3 Weeks to a Great Thanksgiving

    October 22, 2020
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    The John Wayne Complete Cookbook

    July 29, 2023
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    50 New Cookbooks for Fall 2024

    September 3, 2024 / No Comments

    September is here and for me that’s the beginning of fall – even though that’s not the official date fall starts. Every year fall brings us a new crop of cookbooks that promise to inspire, educate, and tantalize your taste buds. This year is no exception – with over 600 new cookbooks being released in the next four months! It was exceptionally tough to narrow down my favorite cookbooks, but I did it. From heartwarming comfort food to innovative global flavors, these 50 new cookbooks for Fall 2024 are packed with recipes that will elevate your cooking game and make the most of the season’s bounty.   Whether you’re a seasoned home cook…

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    The Tex-Mex Table: 60 Knockout Recipes from the Lone Star State

    September 26, 2024
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    Easy Old-Fashioned Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

    December 2, 2021
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    Food That Anchors

    November 14, 2023
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    Book & Movie Reviews

    Getting Sauced

    August 26, 2024 / No Comments

    Book by: Karen S. Katz “I’ve had the pleasure-and sometimes trauma-of witnessing some of the country’s top chefs in action from a front-row seat. It has made for some vivid storytelling at parties (and perversely made me a popular guest),” excerpt from Getting Sauced by Karen S. Katz.  A few days ago, I received a gifted copy of Getting Sauced by Karen S. Katz and couldn’t wait to dive into this memoir. As an avid watcher of food TV shows for decades I couldn’t wait to get the behind-the-scenes scoop on what really happens on set. How do they make hours and hours of food TV and make it look so effortless? Getting…

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    25 New Cookbooks for Summer 2022

    June 2, 2022
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    45 Best Cooking Gifts for Home Chefs 2023

    November 20, 2023
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    Vitamix: My Favorite Blender

    March 11, 2021
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    Hello, Cookie Dough: 110 Doughlicious Confections to Eat, Bake & Share hello, Cookie Dough

    July 23, 2024 / No Comments

    Cookbook By: Kristen Tomlan “I’m happy to tell you the time has come to meet a whole new side of cookie dough. To go from “No,no” to “HELLO!!!!” Kristen Tomlan, author of Hello, Cookie Dough: 110 Doughlicious Confections to Eat, Bake & Share.  To say that I love cookies and cookie dough might be one of the biggest understatements in the world! I know that you are not supposed to eat raw cookie dough, but I have been doing it for so long that it’s hard to stop. Most people aren’t aware that the flour is what makes the cookie dough dangerous to eat. Hello, Cookie Dough: 110 Doughlicious Confections to Eat, Bake…

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    The John Wayne Complete Cookbook

    July 29, 2023
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    Bake Your Heart Out

    October 19, 2023
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    5 Cookbooks for Rookie Cooks

    July 18, 2023
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    About

    Happy 4th Birthday Kitchen Lit!

    July 20, 2024 / No Comments

    I can’t believe it’s already been 4 years since I started Kitchen Lit. Time flies when you’re immersed in a world of culinary adventures, and it’s been an absolute joy sharing my love for cookbooks with all of you. What began as a simple blog has blossomed into a thriving community of fellow food enthusiasts, and I couldn’t be more grateful for your support. My cookbook collection has been growing steadily since the fire destroyed my old ones! I now have 94 physical cookbooks and 71 digital ones, making a grand total of 165 cookbooks. Each book is a treasure trove of recipes, stories, and culinary wisdom. From classic titles to the latest…

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    My Go To Recipes

    May 6, 2021
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    A Literary Picnic

    September 8, 2023
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    2023 New Cookbook Releases

    January 17, 2023
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Hi, my name is Kim, and I am a cookbook addict. I love the way a cookbook can inspire me to try a new ingredient or a new dish. I hope these reviews help you pick the best cookbooks for you and your family.

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