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Dinner: A Love Story
336 pages, 2012
Jenny Rosenstrach, and her husband, Andy, regularly, some might say pathologically, cook dinner for their family every night.
Even when they work long days. Even when their kids' schedules pull them in eighteen different directions. They are not superhuman. They are not from another planet.
With simple strategies and common sense, Jenny figured out how to break down dinner—the food, the timing, the anxiety, from prep to cleanup—so that her family could enjoy good food, time to unwind, and simply be together.
Using the same straight-up, inspiring voice that readers of her award-winning blog, Dinner: A Love Story, have come to count on, Jenny never judges and never preaches. Every meal she dishes up is a real meal, one that has been cooked and eaten and enjoyed at least a half dozen times by someone in Jenny's house.
With inspiration and game plans for any home cook at any level, Dinner: A Love Story is as much for the novice who doesn't know where to start as it is for the gourmand who doesn't know how to start over when she finds herself feeding an intractable toddler or for the person who never thought about home-cooked meals until he or she became a parent.
This book is, in fact, for anyone interested in learning how to make a meal to be shared with someone they love and about how so many good, happy things happen when we do.
In Dinner: A Love Story, Jenny Rosenstrach emphasizes the importance of family dinners. She believes that these meals are not just about food, but also about bonding, sharing stories, and creating memories. So, next time you sit down for a meal, remember it's not just about what's on the plate, but who's around the table.
Rosenstrach shares her secrets to successful meal planning and preparation. She suggests that planning meals ahead of time can save you stress and time. So, if you're tired of last-minute dinner scrambles, take a look at her tips and tricks.
Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or something special for a dinner party, Dinner: A Love Story has got you covered. The book is packed with recipes for every occasion. So, if you're stuck in a cooking rut, check out Jenny's recipes.
This book is not just a cookbook, it's a narrative. Jenny Rosenstrach uses storytelling to share her family's dinner traditions and experiences. She shows us that every meal has a story and encourages us to find and share our own dinner stories.
Cooking doesn't have to be a chore. In Dinner: A Love Story, Rosenstrach shares how she makes cooking fun and enjoyable for her and her family. So, if you're feeling uninspired in the kitchen, take a look at how she turns cooking into a joyful activity.
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Jenny Rosenstrach's Dinner: A Love Story is a delightful guide to family meals. It's a must-read for anyone who loves food and wants to share that love with their family.
Ruth Reichl - Food Writer, EditorDinner: A Love Story is a beautiful testament to the power of cooking and eating together. It's a book that will inspire and guide you in the kitchen.
Alice Waters - Chef, ActivistJenny Rosenstrach's book is a treasure. It's filled with practical advice and delicious recipes that will make family dinners a joy.
Mark Bittman - Food Journalist, AuthorDinner: A Love Story is a wonderful book. It's full of great ideas and recipes that will make your family meals special.
Ina Garten - Cooking Show HostJenny Rosenstrach's Dinner: A Love Story is a powerful reminder of the importance of family meals. It's a book that will change the way you think about dinner.
Michael Pollan - Food Writer, Professor