Cookbook Review « Eliot's Eats

Yogurt and Whey by Homa Dashtaki, a review

By Eliot, on December 20th, 2023%

I’m still working my way through some of the best cookbooks of 2023 (at least according to Bon Appetit).

Most of my reviews came from a massive library check-out. My bad that I requested all the books at once. I literally was walking out of the library balancing eight massive cookbooks. (When did they do . . . → Read More: Yogurt and Whey by Homa Dashtaki, a review

Salad Seasons by Sheela Prakash, a review

By Eliot, on December 16th, 2023%

I’m still working my way through some of the best cookbooks of 2023 (at least according to Bon Appetit). Salad Seasons by Sheela Prakash is next on the list.

About the book:

Create simple yet show stopping salads that will make them the perpetual star at your table. With a focus on approachable, flexible recipes . . . → Read More: Salad Seasons by Sheela Prakash, a review

A Cookie a Day for Advent, a holiday cookbook review

By Eliot, on December 1st, 2023%

A little departure today from my “Best of 2023” cookbook reviews (and to kick off the holiday season)…

Every year, I’ve mailed an advent calendar to our nieces in Colorado. I’m honestly not sure when I started but the eldest is a senior in high school this year so I’m . . . → Read More: A Cookie a Day for Advent, a holiday cookbook review

Love is a Pink Cake by Claire Ptak, a review

By Eliot, on November 25th, 2023%

Harry & Megan may have made Ptak more famous, but her cookbook is worthy of a perusal. I did not make a pink cake but I did try her Big Sur Cookies. . . . → Read More: Love is a Pink Cake by Claire Ptak, a review

The Everlasting Meal Cookbook by Tamar Adler

By Eliot, on November 10th, 2023%

This bible for leftovers is amazing. I whipped up some of the most delicious cookies I’ve ever made with the final bits of granola in our jar. There will never be languishing leftovers in my refrigerator again! . . . → Read More: The Everlasting Meal Cookbook by Tamar Adler

Marinated Chickpea Salad with Lemon and Kale from Company by Amy Thielen

By Eliot, on November 4th, 2023%

I’m back to reviewing some of the new and “best” cookbooks of 2023. Today’s review is of Company by Amy Thielen.

About the book:

One of Food & Wine’s Best Cookbooks of Fall 2023

From beloved writer and cook Amy Thielen comes a year of inventive recipes and twenty menus for the “let’s do it . . . → Read More: Marinated Chickpea Salad with Lemon and Kale from Company by Amy Thielen

Cookbook Review: Vegetable Revelations

By Eliot, on September 12th, 2023%

This may be the best cookbook I’ve reviewed thus far. I’m adding it to my holiday wish list. . . . → Read More: Cookbook Review: Vegetable Revelations

Everyday Grand Review and Spicy Roasted Delicata Squash

By Eliot, on August 25th, 2023%

What a beautifully photographed cookbook. The recipes are part crazy inventive and part down-home traditional. I found one of the best and most versatile squash recipes within its pages. . . . → Read More: Everyday Grand Review and Spicy Roasted Delicata Squash

“Words of Wisdom” and a review of Drink Lightly

By Eliot, on August 13th, 2023%

I’m off on a new theme: recently published cookbook reviews. I’m starting with Drink Lightly by Natasha David. . . . → Read More: “Words of Wisdom” and a review of Drink Lightly

Cookbook Review: Feed These People

By Eliot, on May 10th, 2023%

My sister ordered this book for me and had it shipped to us. She thought there might be a lot of recipes that we could adapt for our new outdoor griddle. While I’m unsure that that is true, I am positive I love this cookbook! Even if you’re not a cook, just read this book . . . → Read More: Cookbook Review: Feed These People

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