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!
Hi, I just started a vegan way of life in December and am always looking for help, advice and inspiration. I live in northern Spain where it’s not so easy to find ingredients or understanding! I’m just finishing off The Angel’s Game by Carlos Ruiz Zafón and dipping into The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Plant Based Nutrition, Delicias Veganas and Forks over Knives for vegan inspiration. I love this initiative and wish you all the best. :D
The china study. Inspiration for eating plant based :)
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I am now following you on Twitter!! :) @lovealways5
Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell. All about being super broke and learning about life through doing the dirty work. Love these cookbooks!
Can’t wait for your cookbook! You’re the best. I am reading The Vegetarian’s Complete
Quinoa Cookbook, that I purchased at The Healthy Living Show in Toronto recently.
Good luck with the last nine yards of getting your cook book in shape! Congratulations on pursuing this mighty task.
I am currently reading The Duchess, a biography by Amanda Foreman. Just before that, I read The White Lioness, a crime novel by Swedish writer Henning Mankell.
I have just decided to drop everything to look through On Foot to the End of the World, a book about El Camino in Spain, written by Rene Fruend. I need to give it to my brother when he arrives in two hours!
Recently read all 7 Harry Potter books in under a month. Middle aged and I loved them!!
I am currently reading The Perfect Mile
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I follow you on Facebook and all of the rest :)
Reading Leigh Bortin’s “The Core” — a guide to classical education for homeschooling families.
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Hi! I’m reading Bridget Jones’s Diary – I’m reading it in another language and its super hard but also manageable and funny at the same time.
For recipe books I’ve been making some recipes from River Cottage veg everyday! which my boyfriend got as a going away present from his job.
I just finished reading The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver. I loved it, but now I can’t decide what to read next. I haven’t gotten any new cookbooks in quite a while. Looking forward to yours!
I am reading the “Crazy Sexy Kitchen” cookbook. I highly recommend it!
Hello! I am reading The Omnivore’s Dilemma and I am also thumbing through The Blossoming Lotus’ cookbook: Vegan World Fusion Cuisine:)
Right now I’m reading ‘The Color of Water’ – I picked it up at a yard sale and it’s a great story. I love memoirs! And I also love new cookbooks..hope I win! ;)
I am reading Kimberly Snyder Beaty Detox Foods. It is a great book and I loved her first book.
I recently read The Language of Flowers which was a light and enjoyable read. Also, The Soul of a Chef was a fascinating look behind the scenes of different kitchens. Also, Yes Chef by Marcus Samuelsson is a must read!