Hosting gatherings can be a breeze for some and for others it seems like an overwhelming task no matter if it’s family or friends. I personally love to host gatherings but I would be lying if I said it didn’t stress me out. A lot of the pressure I put on myself for having party-perfect gatherings is around what food to serve. I have found to rely on tried-and-true recipes that you enjoy. You don’t have to make a Michelin star meal for your guests to enjoy it. Instead pick recipes that you like and are comfortable making. A pretty plating can elevate any meal. Below are 5 cookbooks that will elevate your…

I haven’t had the chance to travel overseas in recent years, and I find myself yearning for those adventures. My last European escapade was in celebration of my 40th birthday back in 2019. To quench my wanderlust, I’ve discovered a delightful way to bring a touch of Europe into my own kitchen—cookbooks. These culinary treasures allow me to immerse myself in the flavors and cultures of different countries, right from the comfort of my home. Even while traveling, you can never sample all the exquisite dishes a destination has to offer, so why not recreate them in your kitchen? Here are five cookbooks that can keep you cooking up Europe in your own…

As the leaves change color and a cozy breeze sweeps through, I am so excited to present 35 New Cookbooks for Fall 2023. After scouring the pages of countless releases, I curated a collection that will ignite your kitchen with fresh inspiration for the fall season. From soul-warming comfort foods to innovative international flavors, these cookbooks promise to elevate your autumn culinary adventures. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or an aspiring home cook, there’s something here for every appetite. So, let’s turn the page together and discover the culinary magic that awaits in the pages of these sensational new cookbooks! 1. Asian After Work: Simple Food for Every Day By: Adam LiawRelease Date:…

Leaving home for college can be stressful for both the students and the parents. There are so many things you have to pack and do just to be ready. One of the most overlooked is thinking about what cooking skills the students have. A lot of college students now have kitchens and are not reliant on the meal plans for their daily meals. My love of cookbooks began while I was in college, even though I had a lot of baking experience I had very little cooking experience before college. I remember using cookbooks to help me figure out what to make and how to make the dishes. Wonder what are the best…

It should come as no surprise that I love books! My parents started reading to us when we were really young and always encouraged us to read. I remember going to the library often as a kid. Heck I still have a library card today as you can get some many books from my beloved cookbooks to the latest fiction and even digital rentals too. I will celebrate National Book Lovers Day by reading some of Love Overboard by Janet Evanovich. Books allow us to explore in a way nothing else does. One day you can be in the world of a nutty bounty hunter thanks to Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum novels and…

Summer is a great time to try new recipes as most of us have a lot less of a rigid schedule than in the school year. Searching for the best recipes for the perfect summer dishes is one of my favorite things to do. The bountiful summer produce season can inspire so many fresh seasonal dishes. Check out the list below of 5 cookbooks for the perfect summer dishes to help you make the most of these long summer days.  1. Drinking French: The Iconic Cocktails, Apéritifs, and Café Traditions of France, with 160 Recipes I love to have a fresh cocktail to go with a delicious summer dish. Drinking French: The Iconic…

Wow! Three years goes by much faster than you think. I had no idea how much I would love writing my blog sharing about my love of cookbooks, cooking classes, cooking and baking.  I’m still working on replacing all of the cookbooks I lost in the fire – but I have definitely made some headway. Right now I have 40 physical cookbooks and 54 digital cookbooks. Plus I have a ton on my wish list and it keeps growing! I love having the digital cookbooks in the Kindle app on my iPad and iPhone as they are always with me, makes it so easy to pull up the ingredients for a recipe if…

We have all been there where we open a new cookbook we bought and realize it is way above our skill level. Do we return the cookbook or give it a shot? Well, it depends on how comfortable you are with risk. For rookie cooks I would recommend starting with a simpler cookbook that can utilize the skills you have while improving on them. As we know it can be disheartening to spend them to make a delicious meal and the recipe fails, it still happens to me sometimes. When you are a rookie cook this can be so discouraging, so I suggest you start with one of the 5 cookbooks for rookie…

Summer is here and I am so glad for the abundant sunshine. As the seasons shifts so do my cravings for different types of food. I find myself wanting lighter fare and more seafood. The 25 new summer cookbooks for 2023 offer so many choices to feed any craving from paella to vegan to barbecue and so much more. Plus don’t forget to check out the cookbooks inspired by Super Mario, The Tour de France, The Gilded Age and Agatha Christie mysteries.  1. Ed Mitchell’s Barbeque By: Ed Mitchell, Ryan Mitchell & Zella PalmerRelease Date: June 6, 2023 Order Today* 2. Egg Rolls & Sweet Tea: Asian Inspired, Southern Style By: Natalie KengRelease…

Growing up I was a picky eater which is funny to look back on since I now love most foods, there are a few I still avoid such as liver. Kids can be really tough to please with food and not all are adventurous eaters. One of the best ways I have seen my family and friends get their kids to eat different things is to include them in the cooking and baking. Below are five cookbooks that your kids will love (and adults too), plus a lot of the recipes in these cookbooks are easy enough that your kids can cook with you. Hope these help you please your picky eaters.  1.…