Told through letters and recipes, this novel traces the pair’s loving, competitive friendship from 1963, when the girls first meet, to the present. A look at the difficulties of sustaining childhood bonds, it’s also a satisfying meditation on how nourishment for the body can replenish the soul.” — People
“Food and love without the schmaltz and warm fuzzies is what kept me turning the pages of this book. Yes, there are recipes, nostalgic and good ones, but the fascination is in how they mark the years of a childhood friendship struggling to become a life long one. If you’re lucky enough to have that one true best friend, you’ll find all the love, prickliness, laughter, blood curdling honesty, and joy here.” — Lynne Rosetto Kasper, host of The Splendid Table, National Public Radio
“I’ve been to many combat zones, so I know a real fight when I see one—and the characters in this book pull no punches. But what surprised me is how their confluct is just as engaging as their crazy humor and deep affection for each other. This book perfectly combines my two favorite things in the world: fiction and food. It’s a great read.” — Bob Woodruff, ABC News anchor and journalist
“I found elements of every one of my own friendships in the 40-year relationship between Lilly and Val, the heroines of this delicious and delightful novel. I also discovered heaps of recipes that I can’t wait to try out. Andrea Israel and Nancy Garfinkel bring to life the joys as well as the disappointments inherent in attachments between women, and the power of food to sustain intimacy when those bonds are strained. The Recipe Club had me nodding in recognition as I hungrily devoured this satisfying and surprising story.” — Giulia Melucci, author of I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti
“The Recipe Club is an extraordinary culinary fiction creation—a main dish consisting of a tender and poignant tale of love and friendship, served up with tasty sides of wonderful recipes. This is more than comfort food. It’s haute literary cuisine.” — Isaiah Sheffer, host of Selected Shorts, National Public Radio
“Andrea Israel and Nancy Garfinkel have written an absorbing novel that reflects the wisdom of MFK Fisher, namely that there is no separating food and dining from family and friends. . . . A satisfying meal for both body and soul.” — Sara Moulton, host of Sara’s Weeknight Meals and executive chef, Gourmet magazine
Told through letters and recipes, this novel traces the pair’s loving, competitive friendship from 1963, when the girls first meet, to the present. A look at the difficulties of sustaining childhood bonds, it’s also a satisfying meditation on how nourishment for the body can replenish the soul.
The Recipe Club is an extraordinary culinary fiction creation—a main dish consisting of a tender and poignant tale of love and friendship, served up with tasty sides of wonderful recipes. This is more than comfort food. It’s haute literary cuisine.
Food and love without the schmaltz and warm fuzzies is what kept me turning the pages of this book. Yes, there are recipes, nostalgic and good ones, but the fascination is in how they mark the years of a childhood friendship struggling to become a life long one. If you’re lucky enough to have that one true best friend, you’ll find all the love, prickliness, laughter, blood curdling honesty, and joy here.
Andrea Israel and Nancy Garfinkel have written an absorbing novel that reflects the wisdom of MFK Fisher, namely that there is no separating food and dining from family and friends. . . . A satisfying meal for both body and soul.
I’ve been to many combat zones, so I know a real fight when I see one—and the characters in this book pull no punches. But what surprised me is how their confluct is just as engaging as their crazy humor and deep affection for each other. This book perfectly combines my two favorite things in the world: fiction and food. It’s a great read.
I found elements of every one of my own friendships in the 40-year relationship between Lilly and Val, the heroines of this delicious and delightful novel. I also discovered heaps of recipes that I can’t wait to try out. Andrea Israel and Nancy Garfinkel bring to life the joys as well as the disappointments inherent in attachments between women, and the power of food to sustain intimacy when those bonds are strained. The Recipe Club had me nodding in recognition as I hungrily devoured this satisfying and surprising story.
"Told through letters and recipes, this novel traces the pair’s loving, competitive friendship from 1963, when the girls first meet, to the present. A look at the difficulties of sustaining childhood bonds, it’s also a satisfying meditation on how nourishment for the body can replenish the soul."
FAQs
They may include illustrations of finished dishes and preparation steps; discussions of cooking techniques, advice on kitchen equipment, ingredients, tips, and substitutions; historical and cultural notes; and so on.
How do you write a food recipe book? ›
These are the key steps to take when writing a cookbook.
- Choose Your Concept. As mentioned above, owning your concept is a vital stage of the process. ...
- Plan Your Structure. ...
- Create A Proposal. ...
- Write Your Recipes. ...
- Test Your Recipes. ...
- Edit The Text. ...
- Finalise The Design. ...
- Proofread And Index.
Q: How many recipes are in the average cookbook? The average cookbook contains 300-400 recipes.
How to create a recipe book for free? ›
Creating a DIY cookbook doesn't have to require expensive design software. There are many templates that allow you to design recipe cards or a simple DIY recipe layout using free tools like Canva, MS Word, or even Google Docs. You can always make the photographs yourself and use daily life images you already own.
What are the 3 main parts of a recipe briefly explain? ›
A recipe really only needs either ingredients or directions ( the preparation method) to be considered complete. At a minimum most recipes have a title, ingredients list, and preparation method.
What is the purpose of recipe book? ›
cookbook, collection of recipes, instructions, and information about the preparation and serving of foods. At its best, a cookbook is also a chronicle and treasury of the fine art of cooking, an art whose masterpieces—created only to be consumed—would otherwise be lost.
Can anyone publish a recipe book? ›
Copyright can protect a published recipe in the way it's written, but not the way it's made. So, as long as you create your own versions of the recipes by rewriting them with your descriptions of how to make each, and you use your own images, yes, you can publish them in a cookbook.
How do you read a recipe book? ›
Once you have one in hand, here's how to use it:
- Consider a recipe's source. ...
- Always read the recipe all the way through. ...
- Don't skip the headnote (the paragraph or two before the ingredients list) or any notes on the side or at the end. ...
- Technique can be hard to master. ...
- Common recipe terms and what they mean.
The best way to format a cookbook is to dedicate two pages for each recipe. On the left page is usually the title, image and short description, and on the right page is a step-by-step instructions of the recipe.
How long does it take to write a cookbook? ›
“Even 'I just always wanted to write a cookbook' is acceptable as long as you realize all the time and money that will go into it,” she says. “Cookbooks can take anywhere from 12-24 months from start to finish.”
What is the average cost of self-publishing a cookbook? In general, it can cost between $1,000 to $20,000 to self-publish a book. This price varies depending on the additional editing, book cover design, and formatting services you choose.
Is it hard to write a cookbook? ›
Yes, it's undeniable that recipe books take less to put together than some other genres, but they still need structure, consistency, and pace. To achieve this, it's important to look at what will tie your recipes together, and once you've created that framework, focus on the detail of how each recipe is written.
Can I write my own cookbook? ›
Whether you're a food blogger or just need to keep track of which recipes every family member likes, digital apps and downloadable recipe templates make it easy to create a DIY cookbook. You can bring together family-favorite recipes and organize them by meal (breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, or desserts).
Can recipe books be copyrighted? ›
If a recipe includes copyrighted material, such as a photo or description, then those elements may be protected under copyright law. Similarly, if a recipe is part of a larger work, such as a cookbook, then the entire work may be protected under copyright law. Trademark law may also offer some protection for recipes.
Is there an app to make your own recipe book? ›
Recipe Keeper is the easy to use, all-in-one recipe organizer, shopping list and meal planner available across all of your devices. Enter your recipes with as much or as little information as you like.
What categories should be in a recipe book? ›
Divider pages include: -Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner - Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, meat dishes, vegan main dishes - Kids, family recipes - Appetizers, soups, salads, sides, - Deserts, puddings, cakes, biscuits, tea, breads, pastries, baked goods - Snacks, spreads and dips…
How should a recipe book be organized? ›
You should organize cookbooks in a way that makes sense to you. But experts recommend grouping cookbooks by cuisine (such as Indian, Italian, or Mexican), with separate sections for books on specific topics, such as grilling, seafood, or poultry.
What makes a good cookbook cover? ›
Front Cookbook Cover
There is a wide variety of things you can include on a book cover but there are few things you need to have. A bold, easy to read title is very important. An eye-grabbing image or two is key to capture people's eye.
