Cookbook Gifts

By Food & Wine
Updated: November 22, 2017
These beautiful, informative cookbooks, from authors as diverse as Jim Lahey and Yotam Ottolenghi, make wonderful gifts.
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Market Cooking

Courtesy of Artisan

New York Times columnist and Chez Panisse alum David Tanis brings his local, seasonal ethos to globally inspired recipes from Oaxaca to Tuscany to Beirut in his latest book. $40 on amazon.com

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The Sullivan Street Bakery Cookbook

W. W. Norton & Company

Jim Lahey’s new tome is full of the classics that have earned his New York City bakery icon status, including pizzas and breads, like a no-fuss sourdough that’s a cinch to make at home. $35 on amazon.com

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Rasika

Shimon and Tammar photography, cover courtesy of Ecco.

A guide to reinvented Indian dishes–squash samosas, eggplant and sweet potato lasagna–that make this DC restaurant so beloved. $35 on amazon.com

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Simple Fare

Courtesy of Ecco

Each recipe in this book (part of a two-volume series) includes two variations to make the most of what’s available at the market. The approachable dishes and less-is-more styling and photography make it the perfect starter kit for aspiring cooks. $35 on amazon.com

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Bread Is Gold

Courtesy of Phaidon

Star chef Massimo Bottura takes on food waste in his new book, with inspiring recipes from him and famous friends like Mario Batali. Learn how to turn imperfect vegetables into a flavor-packed soup and make killer bread pudding from leftover panettone. $40 on amazon.com

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Myers + Chang At Home

Kristin Teig

Get tips on mastering dumplings and dan dan noodles from the supertalented chefs at one of our favorite Boston spots. $32 on amazon.com

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Sweet

Courtesy of Ten Speed Press

Yotam Ottolenghi tackles dessert with the same soul-nourishing approach he brings to all of his food. Recipes include Middle Eastern–inflected treats as well as decadent classics. $35 on amazon.com

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The Farm Cooking School

Burgess Lea Press, an imprint of The Quarto Group

After leaving New York City for a Pennsylvania farm, food writer and TV chef Ian Knauer is living a city-dweller’s fantasy. His new book includes confidence-boosting lessons from the farm’s school. $35 on amazon.com

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