Cold Kitchen by Caroline Eden

Caroline Eden invites readers into her Edinburgh kitchen, a space where culinary exploration meets personal reflection. Through a collection of recipes inspired by her travels across Central Asia, Turkey, Ukraine, and beyond, Eden shares stories that intertwine food with memories of distant lands. Her kitchen becomes a sanctuary, filled with the aromas and flavors of her journeys, offering a glimpse into the cultures that have shaped her life. "Cold Kitchen" is a heartfelt memoir that celebrates the power of food to connect us to places and people, while also exploring the comfort and creativity found in the simple act of cooking.

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Total Points: 80

This book was first published in 2024

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