Reviews of cookooks on The Candid Cover YA Book Blog.
Healthy, Quick & Easy Bento Box by Ophelia Chien is an interesting collection of recipes to pack in a bento box. The cookbook gives quite a few tips and suggestions for how to create a healthy lunch. While these recipes are not the quickest or the simplest for a novice cook to create, this is a great book of recipes for anyone keen on learning how to create a traditional bento box meal. Continue reading
Healthy, Quick & Easy College Cookbook by Dana Angelo White is a book of recipes for those with limited experience in the kitchen. There is a great reference guide at the beginning that is quite useful, but much of the book involves basic recipes and techniques. The layout and design is easy to follow, but might not be useful to those with cooking experience. Continue reading
The No-Fuss Family Cookbook by Ryan Scott is a fun and interesting collection of recipes for family meals. There are lots of healthy additions to traditional favourites and the personal stories that accompany many of the recipes will be enjoyed by fans of the author. That being said, those looking for quick and easy meals that are fuss-free might be disappointed. Continue reading
The Secret Ingredient Cookbook by Kelly Senyei is a perfect way to spice up some old favourites. If you are looking for ideas to bring a little more interest and excitement to your everyday recipes, this book has you covered. This is a fun and simple recipe book that is perfect for all skill levels. Continue reading
Raised in the Kitchen by Carrian Cheney is a cookbook that has lots of great ideas to spark some interest and desire in kids about cooking. The book has a simple design and gorgeous images to accompany the recipes. This is a perfect recipe book for anyone looking for ideas and tips to motivate kids to eat healthy and find joy in the kitchen. Continue reading