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International Cookbooks September 8, 2021

Cookbook Review: The London Cookbook, by Aleksandra Crapanzano (2016)

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    I’m very excited to show you a preview of the new I’m very excited to show you a preview of the new Mediterranean cookbook “Medesque: Everyday Recipes with Mediterranean Roots,” by Georgina Hayden @georginahayden (@bloomsburycooks , June 2026) Chapters include: • Starting Strong • Soups, Snacks and Sandwiches • Weeknight Wins • The Weekend • A Bit Extra: Sides and Salads • Sweet Spot A perfect cookbook to arrive just at the beginning of summer! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #medesque
    I enjoyed this #newcookbook so much, I thought it I enjoyed this #newcookbook so much, I thought it deserved another #cookbookflipthrough ho-round! Here is the delightful “Ja-Purr-Nese: Adorable Cat-shaped Recipes from Sushi to Soup” by Laure Kie @laurekies and Haruna Kishi. Thank you to the publisher Mitchell Beazley for gifting me this copy! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #japurrnese
    Take a look at my #groceryhaul of gluten free food Take a look at my #groceryhaul of gluten free foods for my friend who lives in a small town with few grocery store options. I shopped at a suburban Whole Foods Market near Seattle for these gluten free pastas, gluten free bread, and gluten free crackers. I was delighted to find gluten free panko as well. My friend does not eat sugar, so I skipped the gluten free cookies and baked goods aisle. Some of the brands you see here include Banza, Jovial, Franz, Manini’s, Canyon Bakehouse, Simple Truth, and Whole Foods’ own Simple Truth brand. Hope you enjoyed this #shoppinghaul video! -Carrie #cookbookdivas
    Let’s peek inside the fun new weekend cookbook “Th Let’s peek inside the fun new weekend cookbook “The Brunch Club: Delicious Recipes and Hosting Tips for Feeding Friends” by Georgia Hearn @georgiahearn__ (@welbeckpublish 2026) Chapters include: • Sharing Style • A Little Bit Special • Lazy Sunday • Something Sweet • Drinks • Sides, Sauces and Extra Bits Hope you enjoyed this preview of a new brunch and entertaining cookbook! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #brunchrecipes #newcookbook
    Here is a sneak preview of the new healthy eating Here is a sneak preview of the new healthy eating cookbook “Hungry: Healthy and Satisfying Recipes to Eat on Repeat, Designed by a Nutritionist” by Caroline Hanna @healthbycaroline (Hamlyn, 2026) Thank you to the publisher for gifting me this advance copy. Chapters include: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Snacks • Pudding The first two recipes I am eager to try from this cookboomare the Spinach, Feta and Egg Filo Tart and the Carrot and Halloumi Fritter Pittas. -Carrie #cookbookdivas #newcookbook #cookbookflipthrough
    Behind the scenes look at a busy content creator’s Behind the scenes look at a busy content creator’s Thursday afternoon. I am at my vacation home this week, and it (purposely) doesn’t have an office. I am not able to “vacation mode” until Friday (tomorrow), and I have a ton of work piling up! (Keep in mind that Cookbook Divas is only one of several websites, blogs and social channels I run) 😩 Having a hard stop deadline of my dear friend and houseguest arriving tomorrow afternoon gives me an incentive to finish and put these books and cookbooks away in a closet to clear off my dining table again. Guests deserve to relax and day drink in an uncluttered vacation home! Hope you enjoyed this little POV and sneak peek of upcoming cookbook content! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #contentcreator #adayinthelife
    Here is our cookbook preview of the new French coo Here is our cookbook preview of the new French cookbook “La Saison: Over 80 seasonal French recipes, from a year in my kitchen” by Manon Lagreve @manonlagreve . Thanks to the publisher @quadrillebooks for gifting me this advance copy! #cookbookdivas #cookbookstagram #frenchcookbook
    Here is my cookbook preview of “La Saison: Over 80 Here is my cookbook preview of “La Saison: Over 80 seasonal French recipes, from a year in my kitchen” by Manon Lagreve @manonlagreve (@quadrillebooks May 2026) Thank you to the publisher for gifting me this advance cooy. Chapters are organized by season, beginning with spring. #frenchcooking #newcookbook #cookbookdivas
    “La Cocina Vasca” is a Spanish cookbook that came “La Cocina Vasca” is a Spanish cookbook that came out last year (May 2025) As I’m rifling through my cookbooks to bring to my summer home, I’m gravitating towards Mediterranean and Spanish cookbooks. Perfect for planning summer meals and entertaining. “La Cocina Vasca” is by Maria José Sevilla @mariajosesevillaauthor (@rylandpetersandsmall May 2025) This cookbook was gifted to me by the publisher. Chapters include: • Pintxos - Small & delicious bite-size snacks • From the vegetable garden - Vegetable dishes to tempt • At the Market Place - Enjoying mushrooms, eggs & beans • A Traditional Attachment - Recipes for fish & seafood • From the mountains and valleys - Cooking meat & sausage • The Sweet Taste of the Basques - Indulgent desserts & cakes I figured many of you are new followers here at #cookbookdivas or you didn’t see this flipthrough when I posted it last year. This excellent cookbook definitely deserves a secind look! -Carrie #spanishcooking
    On Sundays we drink iced tea and read cookbooks. On Sundays we drink iced tea and read cookbooks. This week here at #cookbookdivas I will be previewing and showcasing these cookbooks. All were gifted to me by the publishers. • The Brunch Club, by Georgia Hearn @georgiahearn__ (@hachetteus ) • 5 Ingredient Indian by Chetna Makan (@octopus_books_ ) • La Saison by Manon Lagreve @manonlagreve (@quadrillebooks ) • Party for One by Meredith Dawson @meredawson (@unionsqandco ) Thank you again for the advamce copies of these #newcookbooks ! -Carrie #cookbookaddict
    Here is our cookbook preview of “Ibrik: The Balkan Here is our cookbook preview of “Ibrik: The Balkan Table: 100 recipes from Bucharest to Istanbul” by Ecaterina Paraschiv (@smithstreetbooks March 2026) Chapters in this Middle Eastern cookbook include: • Mezze • Dishes to Share • Preserves, Pickles & Cured Meats • Breads & Bakes • Desserts • Drinks I’m excited to try making the Shawarma Bread recipe! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #cookbookaddict #middleeasterncuisine
    Here are the new cookbooks that came out on #newre Here are the new cookbooks that came out on #newreleasetuesday the week of May 26, 2026! • Grill Time, by Noah Galuten @galuten (@knopfcooks ) • Nothing Matters But Delicious by Greg Baxtrim @gregbaxtrom (@tenspeedpress ) • Ja-Purr-Nese by Laure Kie @laurekies (Mitchell Beazley) • Cooking With Sausages by Max Hailey (@dkbooks ) • Plat du Tour by Guillaume Brahini (@hardiegrantbooks ) • Eat Like a Greek by Marina Georgeallides (Hamlyn) Which of these new cookbooks entices you the most? For me, since I am going through a Greek food obsession right now, the “Eat Like a Greek” cookbook is the one I am the most excited about! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #cookbookaddict
    Here is a preview of the fantastic new @donna.hay Here is a preview of the fantastic new @donna.hay cookbook “Sunshine, Lemons and Sea Salt” (@harperonebooks April 2026) This #newcookbook is a celebration of modern seasonal coastal home cooking. Chapters in this cookbook include: • Sunrise: Win the morning, win the day • Light lunching • Summer nights, simple dinners • Sunny sides that double as snacks • Sweet and sunny treats • Anything but basic basics Part 2 of the cookbook presents menus for coastal celebrations: • Sailing into lunch • Summer in bloom • There’s no party like a taco party • Coastal grazing Such a lovely and useful cookbook, especially with summer houseguests booked to arrive every weekend! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #donnahay #summerrecipes
    Here is a lovely new Italian cookbook to preview t Here is a lovely new Italian cookbook to preview today! “Cucina dell’Emilia-Romagna: Recipes from the gastronomic heartland of Italy and its capital Bologna” is by Ursula Ferrigno @ursulaferrigno (@rylandpetersandsmall 2026) Thank you to the publisher for gifting me this advance copy! Chapters include: • Appetizers • Soup & Bread • Pasta, Gnocchi & Rice • Meat & Fish • Vegetables • Desserts As always from Ms. Ferrigno, this is a spectacular cookbook. We will learn so much about Bologna and its food traditions from thia #newcookbook ! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #italiancooking
    Announcing our Autumn 2026 Cookalong: The Unoffici Announcing our Autumn 2026 Cookalong: The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook! Any Disney Parks fans here? I thought it would be fun to do a retro inspired cookalong this autumn. The cold weather will inspire us to get into our kitchens and cook and bake more, so why not join together to explore this fun new cookbook? “The Unofficial Disney Parks Retro Cookbook: 60+ Nostalgic Recipes and Stories of Yesteryear” is by Julie Tremaine @julietremaine and Carly Caramanna @adventuresbycarly (@harpercelebratebooks , October 13, 2026). The authors have recreated recipes from Disney parks restaurants that are (sadly) long gone, such as the Adventureland Verandah, the Empress Lilly, and the Tahitian Terrace. We will start cooking recipes and making drinks from the cookbook on November 1st. Join our cozy private Facebook cookalong group or subscribe to our private Instagram broadcast channel to participate in photo posting, livestreams, chats and discussions. (links in bio or comment Disney to get the links and schedule in your DMs) -Carrie #cookbookdivas #cookalong #disneyrecipes
    On Sundays we drink tea and read cookbooks. Here On Sundays we drink tea and read cookbooks. Here are the new cookbooks I will be exploring with you this Memorial Day weekend: • Tapas España • Keep it Simple Y’All Everyday • Ibrik • Eaterland • Cake Picnic • Tamu Enjoy your holiday weekend.. #cookbookdivas #newcookbook #cookbookstagram
    I am very excited to show you a preview of the new I am very excited to show you a preview of the new cookbook I have been the most excited about this spring: “Cake Picnic: Recipes for the Love of Cake & Friends” by Elisa Sunga @wanderdoll @cakepicnictour (@chroniclebooks 2026) Chapters include: • I Cake picnics • II Baking cakes • Seasonal Cake Picnics – New Year Cake Picnic; Summer Cake Picnic; Autumn Harvest Cake Picnic; Winter Cake Picnic • Themed Cake Picnics – Floral Cake Picnic; Color Cake Picnic; Afternoon Tea Cake Picnic; Confetti Cake Picnic • Location Cake Picnics: Beach Cake Picnic; Camping Cake Picnic; Poolside Cake Picnic • Ingredient Cake Picnics: Chocolate Cake Picnic; Citrus Cake Picnic; Corn Cake PIcnic; Salty Sweet Cake Picnic I find this an incredibly unique, creative and fun cookbook and I can’t wait to host my first #cakepicnic ! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #cookbooks #newcookbook
    Here is a cookbook and drinks book preview of “Dis Here is a cookbook and drinks book preview of “Disney Enchanted Elixirs: A Magical Collection of Teas, Tonics, Soups, Smoothies, and More” by Thibaud Villanova @gastronogeek (@insighteditions 2025) This book includes recipes for teas, tonics, broths, soups, milkshakes and mocktails but not cocktails. Perfect for pre-teens and teens who love Disney films, and enjoyable for adults too. #cookbookdivas #insighteditions #disneybooks
    Here is my cookbook preview of the popular new coo Here is my cookbook preview of the popular new cookbook “Every Salad Ever: From Grains to Greens and Pasta to Beans Plus Every Salad in Betweens” by Greta Podleski @yumandyummer (@clarksonpotter 2026) The cookbook is really well designed and laid out, and the author did the food styling and photography herself! So impressed! Chapters include: • Grainy Goodness • Greens Galore • Pasta Palooza • The Bean Scene • The Classics • The In-Betweens • The Embellishments Thoroughly impressed with this #newcookbook ! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #everysaladever
    Here is our preview of the much-anticipated baking Here is our preview of the much-anticipated baking book “Cake from Lucie: Recipes and Techniques from the French Countryside to New York City.” It’s by Lucie Franc de Ferriére @fromlucienyc (@clarksonpotter April 2026) She is the founder of the beloved New York City bakery called “From Lucie.” This spectacular baking book offers recipes and techniques for making gorgeous and whimsical cakes often festooned with fresh flowers. Chapters include: • Simple: Effortless Cakes for Every Day • Piéce de Resistance: Showstopping Cakes • Dessert: Whimsical Takes on Classic Desserts • Goutér: The French Tradition of a 4 pm Treat I really appreciate the many step-by-step photos in this new cookbook, as well as the lessons on how to infuse butter; how to assemble, frost and cut a layer cake; and how to decorate cakes. Thoughtfully, there are a few vegan cake and frosting recipes, plus a gluten free recipe and notes on gluten free flour. This is a truly beautiful and impressive cookbook! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #cakebook #cookbookstagram
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