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Winter Cookbook Club 2026

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“Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy.” Mary Berry

If there was ever a time to cozy up with the selections from our Cookbook Club series, it’s now. With winter in full swing, this selection feels like an invitation to slow down, reflect, and cook with intention.

The three cookbooks featured here may appear vastly different at first glance, but they share a common theme of seasonality, nourishment, and warmth. Together, they strike the perfect balance to inspire a delicious and restorative start to 2026.

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Three cookbooks for cozy meals

    MEATEATER’S WILD + WHOLE: SEASONAL RECIPES FOR THE CONSCIOUS COOK

    With the continued emphasis on the importance of protein in everyday eating, Wild + Whole opens the reader’s eyes to a new perspective on utilizing meat. Author Danielle Prewett wholeheartedly believes in a conscious, sustainable way of eating and approaches food with curiosity, a philosophy that shines through in the unique wild game dishes presented in her debut cookbook. Prewett’s love for hunting, fishing, foraging, and gardening comes across on the page both through her personal stories and 80 thoughtful recipes. By dividing the recipes into seasons, Prewett encourages readers to cook in harmony with nature’s rhythm and choose ingredients at their peak. Wild + Whole brings an invigorating sense of purpose to the table and reminds us that nourishment begins with awareness.

    IN GOOD HEALTH: UNCOMPLICATED, ALLERGEN-AWARE RECIPES FOR A NOURISHED LIFE

    “You are what you eat” takes on a new meaning in this vibrant, health-centered cookbook. In her debut cookbook, Rachel Riggs reflects on her personal experience battling chronic conditions and approaches food as both medicine and joy. Her recipes are nutrient-dense, easy to follow, and designed for those with dysregulated immune systems, chronic illnesses, or food sensitivities. Yet they’re equally appealing to anyone seeking balance through whole, unprocessed foods. While common allergens like gluten are omitted, In Good Health never feels restrictive. Bold flavors, bright herbs, and seasonal produce take center stage, proving that healing foods can also be deeply satisfying. With over 75 recipes, Riggs has crafted a cookbook designed for people looking to fuel their bodies and promote health from the inside out.

    THE KOREAN VEGAN: HOMEMADE

    In her second cookbook, James Beard Award-winning author Joanne Lee Molinaro invites readers into her kitchen to share her beloved recipes, Korean pantry staples, and the memories behind her unique dishes. Molinaro is known for intertwining her veganized Korean cooking with intimate stories of her life, and Homemade dives even deeper, offering a more intentional look into the influences and experiences that shaped her. Her goal, she shared, was to convey comfort and tenderness through her recipes, much like her mother and grandmother had nurtured her. In that sense, this cookbook mothers its readers and is much more than a collection of recipes. Homemade is a book of stories told with authenticity and heart, carrying a powerful sense of love and nourishment through every dish, from her signature Kimchi Mac ‘n’ Cheese to the decadent yet straightforward Apple Paht Tartlets.

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Arianna Litrenta

Arianna Litrenta is the founder of Sunflower Creative Co., a content services agency specializing in the food, wine, and travel industry. Established in 2020, Sunflower Creative Co. provides recipe development, food photography, and written content to restaurants, brands, magazines, and cookbooks.