by Erin French
First published 2023
Erin French opens her recipe collection with over 75 dishes that transform simple ingredients into memorable meals. The author of Finding Freedom and The Lost Kitchen cookbook draws from her family's treasured recipes and her renowned restaurant's menu. French presents everything from Pecorino Puffs and Gram's Clam Dip to Golden Tomato and Peach soup, Pickle-Brined Roast Chicken, and Roasted Peach Pie with Almond and Fennel. She includes beverages like Fresh Fruit Shrubs, weekend treats such as Sunday Skillet Cakes, and versatile staples like Kitchen Sink Pesto. Beyond recipes, French teaches readers how to create welcoming spaces using found objects for table settings, edible flowers for garnish, and thoughtful touches like offering cold cloths on warm days. Her approach centers on finding quality ingredients, maintaining simplicity, and cooking with genuine care. The book combines practical cooking guidance with hospitality techniques French uses in her home and restaurant, showing readers how to build meaningful connections around shared meals.
Genres: cooking, 21st-century, food, food-writing
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Setting: France
Period: Fall 2023
300 pages · Kindle Edition · Celadon Books