The latest cookbooks highlight a newfound theme of simplicity, encouraging home cooks to boost their confidence while enjoying cooking. Notable Los Angeles chefs and writers are central to this year's collection, teaching readers to embrace uncomplicated cooking methods. With diverse influences ranging from beach picnics to international flavors, these cookbooks aim to bring joy to home cooking through nostalgic recipes and culinary adventures. A standout is Hailee Catalano's 'By Heart,' which blends professional techniques with personal stories, showcasing a variety of comforting dishes that pay homage to her culinary roots.
“Catalano's from-the-heart recipes pull from her Midwestern upbringing, her years in professional kitchens and a childhood spent cooking with her Sicilian grandmother...”
“Among this season's favorite books, Los Angeles writers and chefs especially...set out to make things a little simpler, boosting our kitchen confidence along the way.”
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