Spring 2022 Revitalizing Cookbooks to Enliven Your Culinary Space
In the world of culinary delights, there's a cookbook for every taste and dietary preference. Here's a roundup of some of the latest releases that are sure to spice up your recipe collection.
For the Mushroom Enthusiast
The Fantastic Fungi Community Cookbook by Sophia Rose and Eugenia Bone is a delight for mushroom lovers. This book offers a myriad of recipes featuring fungi, such as Tagliatelle with Morels and Duck Confit, and Chaga Chocolate Chip Cookies. The book also includes four essays by the editor, shedding light on the fascinating world of fungi.
For the Francophile Foodie
Maman: The Cookbook by Elisabeth Proust, Benjamin Sormonte, and Greg Proust, founders of the beloved rustic-chic bakery and café, Maman, brings French-American flavours to your kitchen. From cookies and quiches to cakes, croissants, sandwiches, and more, this cookbook is a treasure trove for those who adore the taste of Paris.
For the Pop Culture Connoisseur
If you're a fan of TV series like "Bridgerton", "Gilmore Girls", "Jurassic Park", or "Jurassic World", you'll be thrilled to know that there are cookbooks inspired by these shows. The Unofficial Bridgerton Cookbook offers 100 recipes inspired by the TV series, including The Viscount's Mushroom Miniatures, The Royal Wedding Oysters, Debutante Punch, and The Duke's Favorite Gooseberry Pie. Gilmore Girls: The Official Cookbook contains 50-plus recipes from the iconic series, featuring favourites from Luke's Diner, The Dragonfly Inn, Emily and Richard's dinner table, and Al's Pancake World. Jurassic World: The Official Cookbook adds a dash of fun with recipes inspired by the films, along with gorg photos and fun dinosaur facts.
For the Health-Conscious Cook
The Fiber Fueled Cookbook by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is a plant-based cookbook that focuses on helping people with gastrointestinal issues and food sensitivities. Written by a gastroenterologist who has dealt with his own gut issues, this book is info-packed with a step-by-step program to improve digestive health. It contains recipes that help keep the gut healthy once it's healed, with a focus on fiber. The book also includes key chapters on low FODMAP and low histamine diets.
For the Minimalist Chef
ROOT: Small vegetable plates, a little meat on the side by Rob Howell focuses on small vegetable plates and a little meat. This cookbook features recipes such as Caramelized Onion and Carrot Tart, Salt-Baked Beetroot, and White Chocolate and Whiskey Cheesecake.
For the Self-Care Seeker
Good Enough: A Cookbook by Leanne Brown is part memoir, part cookbook, and part guidebook for practicing self-care in the kitchen. This book explores the healing process of cooking through essays, stories, and delicious food.
For the Inquisitive Cook
FoodIQ answers questions about misunderstood or overlooked ingredients, cooking tools and techniques, myths, and more. This cookbook is a must-have for anyone looking to expand their culinary knowledge.
Lastly, Naomi Farr, books editor and a copy editor at Greatist, has curated a list of books focusing on books, beauty, wellness, and mental health. She is also a YA fantasy writer and bookstagrammer. Her latest pick, Good Enough: A Cookbook, is a testament to her passion for books and cooking. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, these cookbooks offer a wealth of culinary inspiration. Bon appétit!
