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!
As I’m finishing my exams, I’m only reading textbooks! But once exams are over, I can’t wait to read new cook books to make new summer recipes!
I’m reading “game of thrones” right now as well as the “the china study – the most comprehensive study of nutrition”. I would love to win “the flavor bible”!
Just finished Gene Baur’s AMAZING book on his Farm Sanctuary. Life Changing!! What an amazing man, amazing place…and cause!! xx
I’m reading “Wisdom of the Chakras” by Ellen Tadd right now. I’ve been trying to find ways to meditate…anything to keep me focused, and she has some great tips in her book about meditating and keeping the crown chakra open (so you can communicate with your “eternal spirit”). Its been very interesting! I also just read “Faith, Hope and a Bird Called George,” which is a book about spirituality….also a great, fun read! :)
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Just finished reading Suspect by Robert Crais. Not a cookbook. Ha!
Congrats on your upcoming cookbook. I am waiting for the new book coming out by Rip Esselstyn, “My Beef with Meat” and I will start reading Life of Pi on my plane ride to Hawaii. I am currently reading a book for my Canon G12. Thanks for doing this giveaway.
I’ve been paging through Love Soup and Veg and trying the fabulous recipes.
Also followed you on Instagram & Pinterest!
I am currently reading “The Sensitive Child”; I’ve been trying to find the piece to the puzzle with regard to alleviating our son’s anxiety. Food is definitely a key component! I can’t wait for your cookbook! :)
Oh, man. I’m technically in the middle of four or five books but almost done with Zeitoun by Dave Eggers. It’s the true story of one man’s experience after Hurricane Katrina. This man, Zeitoun, also happens to be Syrian and as you can imagine, was treated as a terrorist in the midst of all the chaos in New Orleans. Not only is it a great book, but Dave Eggers is a really fantastic writer. I’m always surprised by how quickly I go through his books.
I had a baby recently and am currently reading The Baby Whisperer :)
I just finished reading The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. I didn’t love it as much as I had expected to, given the fanfare, but it was worth reading.
I am re-reading The Great Gatsby! We were assigned the book in high school but I didn’t take it as seriously as I should have. :) I am re-reading it in preparation to see the movie in May! Looking forward to the gorgeous dresses.
I’m reading DMT The Spirit Molecule. It’s a doctors revolutionary research into the biology of near-death and mystical experiences. I love great cookbooks and have been looking for ways to eat healthier. I’m so excited about these books of yours!
I am finally finishing my bachelors degree and this is my last semester so I have not been reading for pleasure- except for your blog of course! ;) But in one of my classes last semester I read Half the Sky and it was very powerful!! All about how important and pivotal women are in this world to fight poverty etc…. The documentary is equally powerful. Both a must read and see!
Please pick me!!! And thanks for the opportunity to win! :)
I follow you on Facebook and Pinterest. :)
Im currently reading A storm of swords, Epic :D
Also Followed you on Facebook, Instagram, & Pinterest. thank you for all your inspiration!!
I’m reading White Oleander by Janet Fitch. I’m only a quarter of the way and it’s fantastic so far – love her writing stye! I found out it was made into a movie. I will definitely watch it when I am done.