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    Hello!! My name is Carrie

    I am a cookbook collector, an avid party hostess, a wine blogger and a shopaholic. Looking forward to showing you some of my favorite cookbook finds, sharing vintage cookbooks I've collected, and exploring new cookbooks coming out soon with you.

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    “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
    On Sundays, we drink wine and read cookbooks. Ha On Sundays, we drink wine and read cookbooks. Happy Mother’s Day! (and happy Aunties Day as well) #cookbookaddict #cookbooks #cookbookstack
    Here is a preview of the brand new gorgeous mockta Here is a preview of the brand new gorgeous mocktails recipe book “Mocktails & Canapes Step by Step: An Easy Guide” by Gelding Street Press @geldingstreet_press (April 2026) Love that every recipe features photos or illustrations of every ingredient needed and which cocktail glass is called for! Beautiful photos of the mocktail drinks and finger food canapes too. Glad I treated myself to this new book juat in time for company coming to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend. #mocktails #canapes #cookbook
    Here’s an important French baking book preview for Here’s an important French baking book preview for you to enjoy. Note that this cookbook uses illustrations, not photography, to showcase the recipes. “Chocolat: Parisian Desserts and Other Delights” is by Aleksandra Crapanzano @aleksandracrapanzano (@scribnerbooks 2025) Chapters include: • Les Biscuits • Les Gateaux • Les Tartes • Mousse and More • The Chic, Delicious and Playful • Les Chocolat Chaud • Truffles and Caramels • Les Buches de Noel • To Soak, to Sauce, to Coat, to Fill, to Ice, to Drizzle, To Spoon, to Glaze and Perchance to Dollop Hope you enjoyed peeking inside this Parisian desserts cookbook! #cookbookdivas #frenchdesserts #cookbookstagram
    Here is our cookbook preview of “Everyone Hot Pot: Here is our cookbook preview of “Everyone Hot Pot: Creating the Ultimate Meal for Gathering and Feasting,” by Natasha Pickowicz @natashapickowicz (@artisan_books 2026) with photographs by Alex Lau. Chapters include: • The Hot Pot Essentials: Getting Started • Broths: The Soul of Hot Pot • Hot Pot Feast No.1 The Northern Classic • Breads, Dumplings & Rice: Delicious, Sating Starches • Hot Pot Feast No. 2: The Land and the Sea • Sauces & Seasonings: Bold Hot Pot Enhancements • Salads & Snacks: Crisp & Cool Complements • Hot Pot Feast No. 3 - The Endless Forest • Desserts: A Not Too Sweet Finale • Hot Pot Feast No. 4 The Heat • Drinks #hotpotlover #cookbook #cookbooklover
    Here are the brand new cookbooks that came out thi Here are the brand new cookbooks that came out this week (May 5, 2026) from various publishers. We will preview as many of these here for you as we can! #cookbookdivas #cookbooknews #cookbookstagram
    I’m pleased to show you the new cookbooks that wer I’m pleased to show you the new cookbooks that were published on New Release Tuesday, May 6, 2026. Several of them are getting us ready for summer, with potlucks, barbecues and cooking outside over live fire. • Fish and Shellfish: Recipes and Techniques from the Ferrandi School of Culinary Arts • Turmeric: A Cookbook: Breakfast – lunch – dinner and everything in between • Simple Dinners Every Day • Matcha: A Cookbook: Breakfast – lunch – dinner and everything in between • The LORAfied Cookbook: Easy Recipes and Budget-Friendly Hacks to Feed the Whole Family • The Rise of Indian Food: Recipes Reimagined by Trèsind Studio • Istanbul: Delicious Recipes from the Heart of the City • La Saison: Over 80 seasonal French recipes, from a year in my kitchen • The New Vegetarian: 500+ Recipes for a Lifetime of Great Meals • The Taste of Country Cooking: 50th Anniversary Edition • The Great Book of Chocolate, Revised: The Chocolate Lover’s Guide with More Than 50 Recipes • AC Barbeque: The Husky and Handsome Guide to Grilling • The Flavor of Fire: Recipes for Grilling & Smoking with Southern Flair • In Season: 125+ Sweet and Savory Recipes Celebrating Simple, Fresh Ingredients • The Hot Dog Cookbook: 50 Recipes for the World’s Best Food • West Coast Kitchen Garden: Growing, Gathering, and Eating Through the Seasons Taste of Home Summer Potlucks • Taste of Home Cookbook: Easy Summer Meals And Crowd Pleasing Recipes For BBQs And Picnic Dishes • Nathan Outlaw On Fish: A Seafood Handbook • Pasta for the People: A joyful cookbook for pasta lovers • Batch: Prep Ahead. Easy Meals. All Plants. Keep an eye out here and on our other Cookbook Divas social media channels for previews and flipthroughs of these new titles! #newcookbooks #cookbooklove #cookbookaddict
    Here is my cookbook preview of the new gluten-free Here is my cookbook preview of the new gluten-free baking cookbook “Bake It Gluten Free: 100 Recipes for Classic Treats” by Dana Pollack @itsdanapollack (@unionsqandco 2025) Chapters in this cookbook include: • Cookies • Cakes • Breads • Bars • Cupcakes • Pies • Ice Cream • Donuts It’s a lovely and much needed cookbook for bakers who need to make gkuten free bakes and desserts! -Carrie #cookbookdivas #bakingglutenfree #glutenfreebaking
    Here is a gorgeous, lavish, moody and inventive ba Here is a gorgeous, lavish, moody and inventive baking book: “Bittersweet: The Five Tastes of Dessert and Beyond” by Thalia Ho @thaliaho (@harvestbooks 2026) Chapters include: • Bitter • Sweet • Sour • Salt • Umami I’m intrigued by the Black Currant cheesecake and by the Sparkling Cranberry jelly. I have a plum tree in my backyard and I am eager to try making the Plum Parfait! -Carrie #bakingbook #cookbookpreview #dessertrecipes
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