Jacqueline in Paris is a fun read. By the way, don’t be constrained by shelf space. Many public libraries have cookbooks. I check them out all the time. Authors love libraries.
Full exposure: I adore you right back Dorie. Thank you not only for the kind and thoughtful words here, but also for the generosity you have shown me. You bring such joy to us all. Thank you.
Hi Dorie, Merci infiniment for highlighting Vérane's terrific Marseille tome and my English translation. We are delighted to finally have a book that shares Marseille's cuisine and culture with anglophones. Our tour together was one of the highlights of my summer! Cheers, Alexis
I loved meeting you in Marseille and touring the city with you. And yes, three cheers for having a book that truly showcases the delicious mix of cuisines and cultures in Marseille. You and Vérane make a great team. Merci for bringing Marseille to all of us - xoD
Dear Dorie, Thank you! It's so great to hear your take on new cookbooks. I can't/shouldn't buy them all, so having a cheat sheet from someone I respect (you!) is appreciated. P.S. I checked out Tenderheart from the library to see if I wanted to buy it. I was blown away by the creativity and accessibility of the recipes.
I am SO happy that you looked at Tenderheart. I think that Hetty McKinnon, the author, is one of the greats - her recipes are always exciting and yes, always doable. It's a tough combination to nail, but she's a master at it. And, she writes a Substack newsletter: https://tovegetableswithlove.substack.com - xoD
What a great compendium of books. I’ve read all of Ann Mah’s books--she’s a great writer. I just treated myself to SNACKING CAKES by Yossy Arefi. My kind of baking: a square pan, a bowl, and either a wisk or spatula!
I’m so happy to see you reminding readers about Ann Mah’s delicious book, “Jaqueline in Paris.” It is a fascinating read and left me wanting to know even more about Jackie. I thought I knew a lot but I had no idea about her year in Paris. I had my book club read it and we all loved it
I was fascinated by the story and, like you, didn't know about Jacqueline's Paris years. Ann Mah is a terrific writer and I was just as interested in the way she described Paris at that time as I was in Jacqueline's story - xoD
Thanks for this fabulous note about cookbooks; I’m getting my checkbook out. Let me tell you about a new book I just got, which I think you will LOVE - LaGrotta by Kitty Travers. It’s about fruit based ice creams and sorbets and is deliciously beautiful. I am now reading it cover to cover. I contacted Ms. Travers on Instagram to ask if I should get the U.K. or the US edition as I prefer metric measurements even though I’m in the US. Her most delightful response was US because it has both metric and US measurements and is adjusted for the differences in dairy between our two countries (oh, that double cream, sigh). If you haven’t already seen it (unlikely), check it out. And thanks again for everything, including those World Peace cookies. We sure need them now!
Hi Dorie, thanks for the wonderful list. We visited Marseille last fall and were just there again last week for a couple of nights. I've discovered that the original French edition of "Marseille cuisine le Monde" is available in our huge bookstore Le Failler in Rennes. They recently expanded their cooking section and moved it into its own shop down the street. I see a trip to the bookstore in my future!
Jacqueline in Paris is a fun read. By the way, don’t be constrained by shelf space. Many public libraries have cookbooks. I check them out all the time. Authors love libraries.
Micki, like you, I'm a library goer/borrower/supporter. Vive libraries! xoD
As a ( retired ) librarian, I love this!
Sometimes I borrow from the library and like the book so much I buy it...just did that with RecipeTin Eats Dinner.
Full exposure: I adore you right back Dorie. Thank you not only for the kind and thoughtful words here, but also for the generosity you have shown me. You bring such joy to us all. Thank you.
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo to the moon and back
I love your book reviews
Merci! xoD
Hi Dorie, Merci infiniment for highlighting Vérane's terrific Marseille tome and my English translation. We are delighted to finally have a book that shares Marseille's cuisine and culture with anglophones. Our tour together was one of the highlights of my summer! Cheers, Alexis
I loved meeting you in Marseille and touring the city with you. And yes, three cheers for having a book that truly showcases the delicious mix of cuisines and cultures in Marseille. You and Vérane make a great team. Merci for bringing Marseille to all of us - xoD
Dear Dorie, Thank you! It's so great to hear your take on new cookbooks. I can't/shouldn't buy them all, so having a cheat sheet from someone I respect (you!) is appreciated. P.S. I checked out Tenderheart from the library to see if I wanted to buy it. I was blown away by the creativity and accessibility of the recipes.
I am SO happy that you looked at Tenderheart. I think that Hetty McKinnon, the author, is one of the greats - her recipes are always exciting and yes, always doable. It's a tough combination to nail, but she's a master at it. And, she writes a Substack newsletter: https://tovegetableswithlove.substack.com - xoD
I want SO many of these but have no shelf space--guess I’ll just have to build more (or go to the library!). Thanks for an incredible list!
Both good solutions - but maybe try the library first :) - xoD
Grammatical mistakes (2) in my original comment are not mine. I was sabotaged by the grammar gremlins. Sorry.
Those gremlins! They come after me - and usually get the better of me - a couple of times a day - xo
Can’t wait to read some of these for stories and recipes. Thank you
I think you'll love a bunch of these - xoD
Such an inspiring selection! Thank you.
There are so many good recipes and stories in this group - I hope you'll enjoy some of them - xoD
What a great compendium of books. I’ve read all of Ann Mah’s books--she’s a great writer. I just treated myself to SNACKING CAKES by Yossy Arefi. My kind of baking: a square pan, a bowl, and either a wisk or spatula!
Yossy Arefi is terrific - good choice! And I, too, love Ann Mah's work - xoD
I love that book, have made lots from it, and have ordered her new book!
I’m so happy to see you reminding readers about Ann Mah’s delicious book, “Jaqueline in Paris.” It is a fascinating read and left me wanting to know even more about Jackie. I thought I knew a lot but I had no idea about her year in Paris. I had my book club read it and we all loved it
I was fascinated by the story and, like you, didn't know about Jacqueline's Paris years. Ann Mah is a terrific writer and I was just as interested in the way she described Paris at that time as I was in Jacqueline's story - xoD
I agree about Ann being a terrific writer. I’ve read all of her books and highly recommend them
D-I just pre-ordered Janes's book. And, why do I have to wait until April??? (Joke. I know the reason.) It's a great selection, Dorie. XOX
Mary, I'm in the "why do I have wait" camp with you - xoD
Not that I need any more cookbooks but thank you for this excellent list! So, so excited about many of these!
With cookbooks, is it ever really a case of "need" - hmmm - xoD
Thanks for this fabulous note about cookbooks; I’m getting my checkbook out. Let me tell you about a new book I just got, which I think you will LOVE - LaGrotta by Kitty Travers. It’s about fruit based ice creams and sorbets and is deliciously beautiful. I am now reading it cover to cover. I contacted Ms. Travers on Instagram to ask if I should get the U.K. or the US edition as I prefer metric measurements even though I’m in the US. Her most delightful response was US because it has both metric and US measurements and is adjusted for the differences in dairy between our two countries (oh, that double cream, sigh). If you haven’t already seen it (unlikely), check it out. And thanks again for everything, including those World Peace cookies. We sure need them now!
Ruth’s Paris Novel!!
Hi Dorie, thanks for the wonderful list. We visited Marseille last fall and were just there again last week for a couple of nights. I've discovered that the original French edition of "Marseille cuisine le Monde" is available in our huge bookstore Le Failler in Rennes. They recently expanded their cooking section and moved it into its own shop down the street. I see a trip to the bookstore in my future!