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 haven’t read it yet, but I just picked up The Ethics of What We Eat at a book swap, and I’m looking forward to reading it!
Also, I just followed you on Instagram :)
I am reading The Diary of Maddie Spenser…a book about pioneer days. I hope I win!
I liked you on pinterest!
Hi. I’m kinda reading 3 books at the same time, I can’t help it! I just received my new “Clean Gut” book, by Dr. Alejandro Junger. Also reading “How To Be Lovely” by Melissa Hellstern and a book by Mark Kurlansky, “How Baseball Changed The Dominican Town of San Pedro de Macoris” (I’m dominican!)
I love your blog, have tried a lot of your recipes {and adore them!} and am following on Instagram, Twitter and FB….
I’m currently reading Wild by Cheryl Strayed, but recently have been on an Anita Diamant kick and really have enjoyed all her books.
Unfortunately I haven’t read any books for me lately, but last night I read three books to my daughter…”Kangaroo Has a Mother, Too”‘ “The Very Busy Spider”, and “The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too”. :)
Im reading and Cooking from Rainbow Recipes by Aileen Sforcina. I have only just recently started a Vegan eating diet and am trying to read as much as possible to make it a simple lifestyle change :)
P.S. I already follow you on Pinterest and just started following you on Twitter. As an almost vegan with Celiac, your recipes are such a blessing…thank you!!!
Just read Proof of Heaven, in the middle of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (reading with my 4th grader), and currently using recipes out of one of Dr. Andrew Weil’s cookbooks. Was just turned on to your website and I LOVE it. Thanks for getting me excited about cooking again!
I am reading Awareness by Anthony de Mello. Highly recommend if you’re seeking a little clarity in your life right now!
I’m currently reading “A Physical Therapist Guide to Acute Care” because I’m a student PT and a pretty big nerd. Other than that, I just finished ‘Wicked’
I just finished reading the Fifty Shades of Grey series. Now I’m planning on starting The Thrive Diet by Brendan Brazier.
Right now I am reading “The referral Engine” and “Everyday Raw”. Both great books!
I’m reading 7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess by Jen Hatmaker, which is about the excesses of American life.
Hi! Right at this moment I am reading the textbook for my French class because finals are coming up.. Haha. No, but on a serious note.. The last book I remember reading that I could not put down was the Golden Compass – now if you haven’t read it, you should give it a chance. It isn’t at all like I thought it would be. It is very intriguing and thought provoking if you open your mind just a bit.
I’m currently reading Skinny Bitch. It’s an interesting and informing book. I’ve read many negative reviews, but I actually like it! I don’t mind being cursed at…I’m sure it’s not personal :)
I was already following you on Pinterest, but I’m not following you on Facebook, Instagram, &Twitter :D
My two favorites are Alicia Sliverstone’s ‘The Kind Diet’ and Lauren Ulm’s ‘Vegan Yum Yum’! Both have started my vegan journey and helped me get through 4 years of college. Best of luck on your work!
Yay for your cook book!!! I can’t wait for that. I LOVE your blog and I tell everyone I know about it because your recipes are always amazing.