I never thought I’d say this, but I’m in the final days of finishing my cookbook manuscript and handing it in to my editor. After 15 months of testing recipes, writing, and shooting photography, I finally feel like things are coming together. Very, very slowly, mind you. I’ve shot about 50 recipe photographs so far, but that means I still have at least 50 recipes to remake and photograph. gulp, gulp, gulp. I’ve heard the editing process is pretty brutal, so I’m just taking it one day at a time and not looking too far ahead. The journey of getting my recipes to a place where I’m happy (and all my recipe testers) has taken much longer than I anticipated, but I didn’t want to rush the process. Quality over quantity, I say. If this is the only cookbook I ever write, I want it to be something I’m proud of. And seriously, it might be the only cookbook I ever write!
Anyway, I just wanted to pop in and say hello! I might not be able to post as much as I’d like to over the next couple weeks, but just know that I’m thinking of you always and looking forward to sharing some recipe inspiration as soon as I can. Right now, every creative cell in my body seems to be on hiatus, but it will recharge soon enough. Isn’t that what red wine is for??
Now for the giveaway fun! In my mind, there’s nothing better than curling up with a good cookbook and feeling more inspired with each turning page. Today’s giveaway highlights a couple awesome vegan cookbooks that I have in my collection as well as my favourite recipe creation tool that I reviewed recently – The Flavor Bible! I’m giving away all the books below to one lucky winner. If you happen to already own one or some of these cookbooks, I’ll be happy to send you an Amazon gift card instead. You decide. The books will be shipped new directly from Amazon.
In this giveaway:
Let Them Eat Vegan by Dreena Burton
Let Them Eat Vegan! is packed with 200 plant-powered recipes for the entire family. Dreena offers notes on how to modify her recipes for those with allergies or common substitution questions. Natural vegan ingredients are abundant in her recipes, many of which I already have in my own pantry. See my full review here.
Veganomicon by Isa Chandra Moskowitz & Terry Hope Romero
Veganomicon is truly a work of art. With over 250 recipes for any occasion, this is a cookbook I turn to often. Whether you’re in the mood for something quick and easy or something fancy and elaborate, this book will have it. There are also handy user-friendly guides for soy-free, gluten-free, low-fat, and quick and easy recipes.
The Flavor Bible by Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg
The Flavor Bible, described as “the essential guide to culinary creativity”, profiles ingredients and the corresponding herbs, spices, seasonings, etc. that pair well with each of these ingredients. As someone who has grown to love recipe creation, this book is a resource tool that I turn to when I’m looking for a nudge in the right direction. When I have an ingredient in mind that I’d like to cook with, I often look to this book for suggestions of other “compatible” ingredients that I can include in the dish. For my full review, see here.
To enter: Leave a comment below and tell me what you are reading right now or maybe tell me about a book you’ve read recently that you enjoyed. If you’d like a second entry you can follow me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest and leave a second comment letting me know you did so. This contest is open to anyone, anywhere and the winner will be chosen at random on Sat April 27th . Good luck!!
Please note: The links in this post are Amazon Affiliate links – if you click on the link and purchase something I will receive a small percentage from Amazon which helps support costs involved for this blog. Thanks in advance!
I’m reading 3 or 4 books right now, which basically means I’m not reading anything since none of them have sucked me in yet. One is about empowering girls and another is about fixing my wackadoodle dog. :-)
following you on pinterest. ladybugaloo (jennifer banando)
I’m reading Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand.
Angela!
It is about time I’ve left a comment! You have been a part of our weekly meals now for almost a year! (sounds kinda creepy. Maybe I should say your meals have been a part… ; ) EVERY single one we’ve tried has been ABSOLUTELY amazing! Thank you so so much for helping this momma out. I am so grateful for you!
I am currently reading “Radical Womanhood” by Carolyn McCulley and ‘Thrive: The Vegan Nutrition Guide to Optimal Performance in Sports and Life” by Brendan Braizer.
I agree. NOTHING like sitting down with an inspiring cookbook : ) excited for yours!
I have been enjoying The Vegan Table as well as Vegan Heath & Fitness magazine
“Wild” by Cheryl Strayed & “Idiot’s Guide To Plant Based Diet” by Heaver. Love your website & FB posts! Inspiring!
following on twitter.
I’m in the middle of Michael Pollan’s “Omnivore’s Dilemma,” a classic for anyone interested in healthy eating.
My newest cookbook is “How to Cook Everything Vegetarian” by Mark Bittman. My very thoughtful Sister-in-law gave it to me as a gift. I love your blog! You are one of my favorite recipe sources on the web!
VB6: Eat Vegan Before 6
I would LOVE more books to inspire me on my journey from being a pescetarian (no meat, no dairy) to being fully vegan.
happily following you on FB and Instagram!
I follow you on FB! :-)
following on fb.
followed you on pinterest!
I’m currently reading The Disappearing Spoon: And other true Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the Periodic Table of elements.
I already follow you on Facebook and get email notifications =] I love your blog!
congratulations on your cookbook!!! Can’t wait to read it once it comes out. :)
I really hope I win because I have been wanting to buy the flavor bible and never got around to it. I just recently read a not so good about macarons called secrets of macarons. It was totally unhelpful in my macaron making process. oh well!
The most recent “book” I read was Sarah Matheny’s (Mama Pea—peasandthankyou.com) newest cookbook “More Peas, Thank You.”
I CANNOT wait for your cookbook to come out–it will definitely be a “book” I will read :) :) …..and re-read, repeat recipes out of, etc. etc. Seriously, I am so excited for it :)Hope all is well with you and Eric (Sketchie too!!)
Thanks for this giveaway!! WOW!
In last few weeks I’m reading mostly wedding blogs and sites :)
Just followed you on Pintrest! :)
I have just finished reading “Half the Sky” by Nicholas Kristof- a must read to support women worldwide!
In regards to cookbooks, I highly suggest “Moosewood Restaurant Low-Fat Favorites” or “Sunday’s at Moosewood”- such a variety of both comfort food and various ethnic cuisines!