Last summer I was asked to contribute material to a new book: Beyond the Plate.
I created a brand new recipe, submitted an old reader favorite (Italian almond ricotta cake– so good!), and answered a few Q’s and A’s about life in the kitchen.
The book features over 60 mouthwatering recipes and interesting stories from top food blogs around the world. I’m honored to be included. The foreword is by Saveur’s Editor-in-Chief, Adam Sachs who poses the relevant question: Is blogging dead?
No, my friends. It’s not. And this book proves otherwise: it will make you think, make you hungry, and most of all, it will leave you inspired. In fact, if you can imagine a massive potluck party bound together by paper and string this is it. You’ll love flipping through the pages wondering who’ll you’ll discover next!
My favorite section however, is at the very beginning. Our headshots are lined up in neat little squares like a culinary yearbook. If my photo had a caption underneath it would say, “Most likely to make something with chickpeas.”
Besides salivating over the recipes, you’ll get to learn more about the blogger’s themselves.
Phoebe Lapine says she would love to cook for Rafael Nadal. “So long as his mouth is full, it won’t matter if we have nothing to say to each other.”
Brook Bass from Chocolate + Marrow– who is currently sailing around the Caribbean with her husband on sailboat– can’t live without a tiny whisk which was a gift from her hair stylist.
Emma Galloway’s ultimate comfort food is Aloo Matar with rice, which I actually had to Google because I had no clue what that was (but I want it for dinner).
This book certainly encompasses all things beyond the plate.
And guess what?!
I’m giving away a copy so you can experience the fun for yourself! One lucky winner will receive a beautiful hardcopy filled with journalistic-style photos and recipes, including this chickpea number with toasted sourdough.
To enter, all you have to do is leave a comment below: Why do you like to read food blogs? Is it for the recipes? The stories? Or both?
**THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED**
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER, BEVERLY HART PRESS!!
Comments
pavitra says
I like to read food blogs because i love cooking. It is the happiest time in whole week.
Helga says
I love hearing where and how a receipt was received, especially if it was while traveling. The stories behind the recipes are usually happy ones. :)
Nicole says
Just landed on your blog. I love it
Julia says
I follow mostly for recipes and inspiration, but the writing and photos can be the difference between a blogger that I always read and one that I only occasionally check.
Jenice says
Love the receipes but the stories make the blog.
Janell Pekkain says
The book looks gorgeous! Main ingredients (reasons why): I love people’s stories and love nutritious, easy to prepare food, so reading food blogs is FUN. Have to admit, I’d love to write one too so it’s very inspiring to see how different they are and why I’m attracted to certain ones. The icing on the cake? It’s the Love in the Food! Honesty, simplicity, wholesomeness sprinkled with quirkiness and mouth-watering pics.
Carla says
I have always loved to read recipes. I have borrowed cookbooks from the library to read the recipes and find out more about food and how it is prepared around the world. I enjoy the stories that go with food, whether it is this a family tradition, or how the dish received it’s name. Thank you for sharing your recipes and stories with us.
Asa says
I read food blogs for cooking ideas, and for getting a small glimpse into others people’s lives. A good food blog combines great recipes with interesting stories. Also, I love that Almond Ricotta cake recipe. I love that you don’t need a mixer (I have one, but don’t always want to use it) and it tastes so good. In fact, I’ll be making it for my uncle’s 76th birthday this weekend. Thanks!
Dora says
It’ s really great to learn one’s culture through food! I enjoy new recipes and get so much inspiration! Great work!
Megan S. says
I’m kind of surprised he was questioning the vitality of blogging! Food blogs are where I go when I’m deciding how to make something gluten-free, or without processed sugars, etc. or just wondering how others have done a better version of a store-bought treat. Sometimes I’m just trying to figure out what in the world to cook for dinner. So, I read food blogs first for the recipes and then sometimes get hooked by the writing and consistently lovely food and subscribe, like with your blog.
Alex says
This book sounds like such an awesome gift! And blogging is so not dead. I love reading blogs for inspiration and the stories. And it makes it so easy to connect with people all over the world!
Jan says
Food blogs provide a whole new perspective on how to prepare a meal. I love reading the history behind the recipes and finding out why each ingredient is so crucial to the resulting creation.
Nancy says
I love to read food blogs to get new ideas and recipes. Its an addiction of mine
Andrea Clark-Allen says
Both!
Shoshana Rose says
Food blogs have revolutionized how I cook – I credit them and their wonderful recipes for helping me enjoy spending time in the kitchen!
Vickie says
When time allows both..for stories.
In general it’s the recipe and photographs that will draw me in.
I’m a foodie and daily cook.experimental at times
Always look to add to my collection of cookbooks and foods to make.
Thanks
Heather S says
I love both! The recipes and stories are my favorite!
Joyce says
I did a lot of travelling in my younger days, and loved the excitement of new places, cultures and of course the food! Food blogs take me back to those days but from the comfort of my own home. I tend to follow blogs from other countries or from people who like to really think outside the box. And I love the recipes because I love to cook and try new ideas. Thanks for the giveaway Emily!
Martina Lively says
I like the recipes. Because I don’t have the imagination to make up my own recipes, I’m continually impressed with the meals food bloggers come up with.
Annette says
I like to read food blogs for recipes, new ingredients, new techniques, and product reviews.
Kristen Zanetti says
Love following blogs, I am not creative like that but I love to look and try new recipes!
Emz says
Where would I be without foodblogs they have helped me learn to cook since my mum passed away, because they inspire and are interactive through comments and explainations. I’m forever thankful
Renata Moreti says
I love reading both, stories and recipes. And, most of all, knowing different ingredients from all over the world!
Anne Weber-Falk says
I truly enjoy reading about what people eat. If they write about the experience and history surrounding the recipe that’s even better.
jacquie says
the stories.