This year has seen some incredible food books land on our tables, each one a testament to the power of food to bring us joy, comfort, and connection.
At the top of my list is "Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from My Middle East", a cookbook that not only showcases the beauty of Bahraini cuisine but also weaves itself into your regular cooking life. Author Noor Murad's writing is a delight to read, and her recipes are a perfect blend of ease and specialness. Whether it's a simple side dish or a more elaborate celebration recipe, every bite feels like a celebration.
Next up is "Baking and the Meaning of Life" by Helen Goh, which knows that baking has the power to transform our lives. As someone who was both a baker and a psychologist, Goh brings a unique perspective to her recipes, explaining not only how to make them but also the benefits of baking for our mental wellbeing. Her Shoo Fly buns are a game-changer, and I'm obsessed with the chocolate financiers with rosemary and hazelnuts.
Roopa Gulati's "Indian Kitchens: Treasured Family Recipes from Across the Land" is another standout. This cookbook takes us on a tour of home kitchens in six regions of India, showcasing the diversity and richness of Indian cuisine. From simple dal recipes to elaborate chicken dishes, every recipe is a testament to the beauty of everyday kitchen life in India.
How I Cook: A Chef's Guide to Really Good Home Cooking" by Ben Lippett is also worth mentioning. While it may seem like an unusual choice for some readers, this book has won me over with its helpful tips and tricks, as well as Lippett's engaging writing style. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out, there's something here for everyone.
Last but not least, we have "Boustany: A Celebration of Vegetables from My Palestine" by Sami Tamimi. This cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes – it's a celebration of Palestinian cuisine and culture. With its refreshing doable vegetarian dishes and beautiful headnotes, this book feels like a heartfelt tribute to the beauty and richness of Middle Eastern food.
Each of these cookbooks has something special to offer, whether it's a new recipe technique, a fresh perspective on an old favorite dish, or simply a reminder of the joy that food can bring to our lives. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, there's something here for everyone.
At the top of my list is "Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from My Middle East", a cookbook that not only showcases the beauty of Bahraini cuisine but also weaves itself into your regular cooking life. Author Noor Murad's writing is a delight to read, and her recipes are a perfect blend of ease and specialness. Whether it's a simple side dish or a more elaborate celebration recipe, every bite feels like a celebration.
Next up is "Baking and the Meaning of Life" by Helen Goh, which knows that baking has the power to transform our lives. As someone who was both a baker and a psychologist, Goh brings a unique perspective to her recipes, explaining not only how to make them but also the benefits of baking for our mental wellbeing. Her Shoo Fly buns are a game-changer, and I'm obsessed with the chocolate financiers with rosemary and hazelnuts.
Roopa Gulati's "Indian Kitchens: Treasured Family Recipes from Across the Land" is another standout. This cookbook takes us on a tour of home kitchens in six regions of India, showcasing the diversity and richness of Indian cuisine. From simple dal recipes to elaborate chicken dishes, every recipe is a testament to the beauty of everyday kitchen life in India.
How I Cook: A Chef's Guide to Really Good Home Cooking" by Ben Lippett is also worth mentioning. While it may seem like an unusual choice for some readers, this book has won me over with its helpful tips and tricks, as well as Lippett's engaging writing style. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out, there's something here for everyone.
Last but not least, we have "Boustany: A Celebration of Vegetables from My Palestine" by Sami Tamimi. This cookbook is more than just a collection of recipes – it's a celebration of Palestinian cuisine and culture. With its refreshing doable vegetarian dishes and beautiful headnotes, this book feels like a heartfelt tribute to the beauty and richness of Middle Eastern food.
Each of these cookbooks has something special to offer, whether it's a new recipe technique, a fresh perspective on an old favorite dish, or simply a reminder of the joy that food can bring to our lives. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, there's something here for everyone.
I'm loving all these new cookbooks this year! I think what I love most about them is how they make me wanna get creative in the kitchen again 
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️. And Roopa Gulati's "Indian Kitchens" is just the perfect blend of tradition and innovation – it makes me want to dig into my own family recipes and share them with loved ones 
. What I'm most intrigued by, though, is how these cookbooks are using food as a way to bridge cultural divides and foster understanding between people from different backgrounds 
. That's where the real magic happens!
the pandemic has only made us all gain weight and the latest obesity stats are insane 50% of kids in the US are now obese lol what's the point of even trying to cook healthy if we're just gonna end up eating junk food anyway?
Foodies unite! I'm obsessed with these new cookbook releases 
. Did u know that "Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from My Middle East" has already sold over 10k copies in just the first month? 
The book's Amazon sales rank is now #2 in the World Cookbook category 
. Noor Murad's recipes are a perfect blend of ease and specialness, making cooking a breeze even for beginners 
with over 50k copies sold worldwide in just 6 months! 
That's more than double the number of books written by other psychologists-turned-bakers 
. The book's unique blend of psychology and baking has made it a must-have for anyone looking to transform their lives through baking 
"Indian Kitchens: Treasured Family Recipes from Across the Land" by Roopa Gulati is now on the New York Times Best Seller list 
, just 6 months after its release. That's a record-breaking feat for any cookbook 
. The book's sales have surpassed expectations, with over 20k copies sold worldwide in just 3 months! 
. Whether u're a seasoned chef or just starting out, there's something here for everyone 
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and not just about following recipes, it's like they're sharing stories and emotions too 
. makes me wanna cook up a storm and share with the fam 
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I mean, have you tried any of these recipes yet? The one that caught my eye is "Lugma: Abundant Dishes & Stories from My Middle East" - the fact that it's a collection of stories along with recipes just makes me want to dive in and learn more about Bahraini cuisine. And I love how accessible the recipes are, you don't need any special equipment or skills to make them. 
. And don't even get me started on the author's backgrounds – Noor Murad from Bahrain, Helen Goh with a psychology degree... it's like they're trying to brainwash us into liking these specific types of cuisine 
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! Sami Tamimi's writing is just beautiful, too... makes me wanna cook and share meals with my loved ones all over again 
. Can't we just stick to using what's in season and affordable? Like, who needs truffles when you can have an amazing roasted vegetable dish with your family? 
Ben Lippett's book might be more chill than the other ones, but let's not get it twisted - his tips and tricks sound like a bunch of overpriced food blogger nonsense 
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Ben Lippett's book sounds like a total game-changer for me, I'm all about making home cooking easy peasy 
. And Roopa Gulati's Indian Kitchens is giving me all the spice and flavors 
Sami Tamimi's Boustany is like a little slice of heaven on earth 
And what about all the calories and sugar? These books are basically just a recipe for disaster... I mean, obesity and diabetes. I'm not saying anyone's going to actually follow these recipes or anything (like they would even try), but still...