Events
Can’t make it? You can reserve an autographed copy. And of course there are always samples from the book!
2006
 Jancis Robinson
Oxford Companion to Wine, 3rd Edition
Friday December 1st, 7 pm $100/person
OFF SITE EVENT, reservations required
A return visit from one of the world's foremost wine writers. Celebrating
the latest edition of the Oxford Companion to Wine. British
Master of Wine, Jancis Robinson makes wine a fun learning experience whether
you're a beginner or long time collector. The latest edition of the Companion
adds almost 400 new entries. Our event celebrates the publication of this
new edition with an evening of exceptional wine and food as well as hearing
the latest from Jancis herself.
The event will be held in Barberians stunning new wine cellar, whose
wine list has been recognized by Wine Spectator.
  Gurth Pretty
Gurth Pretty's Definitive Guide to Canadian Artisanal and Fine Cheeses
Saturday December 2nd, 2 to 4 pm.
Finally, a book celebrating Canada's cheese makers. Details on the producers
and their cheeses from coast to coast, as well as storage and serving information,
cheese and wine pairings, purchasing the cheeses and thirty recipes developed
with the cheese makers. Softcover 320 pp, $29.95.
 Barbara Fairchild, Editor in Chief of Bon Appetit
The Bon Appetit Cookbook
Wednesday, December 6th at 12 noon
An excellent opportunity to meet and chat with one of America's foremost food
editors. Always perceived as more accessible than its rivals, the American food
magazine Bon Appetit celebrates its 50th anniversary with this
collection of more than 1200 of its best recipes. From breakfast dishes to elegant
frozen desserts, the recipes are designed for success whatever the skill of the
cook. Colour photos. Hardcover, 792 pp. $41.99 including a 12 month complimentary
subscription to the magazine.
 Lucy Waverman
Lucy's Kitchen
Saturday December 9th, 2 to 3 pm.
We eagerly await any new book from Lucy Waverman with great anticipation. Lucy’s
home cooking is a magical blend of the simple and sophisticated, informed by
her love of international travel and her Scottish roots. In what is probably
her most personal book, Lucy celebrates the kitchen as the heart of her home.
She also embraces another part of her past - as a cooking teacher - in highlighting
the various techniques and ingredients integral to bringing meals to the table
quickly and tastefully every day. Rob Fiocca’s glorious photography adds
another element of pleasure to a book we will reach for again and again. Hardcover,
288 pp, $39.00.
 Anna Olson
Another Cup of Sugar
Saturday November 25th, 2 to 3 pm.
Pastry chef extrodinaire. Host of the popular Food Network Canada show, Sugar,
Anna delivers a new book that will satisfy the sweet tooth and then some. Each
chapter is focused around a them ingredient eg. brown sugar. Get the butter,
flour and sugar to the ready! Softcover 272 pp. $24.95.
 Linda Haynes
More Recipes from Ace Bakery
Saturday, November 11th, 2 to 3 pm.
When Ace Bakery's café was too briefly up the street from us we loved
to treat ourselves to baby cakes and angel muffins. Their presence alone makes
Ace Bakery's second book even better than the first. Add bread recipes and imaginative
dishes to serve with bread and to use up bread, stir in beautiful photographs,
and a handful up helpful hints and you've got a book to keep open on the kitchen
counter. Royalties go to support women and children in crisis. Colour photo's.
Softcover, 207 pp. $28.95.
 Dinah Koo & Janice Poon
The Cocktail Chef
Thursday November 16th, 5 to 7 pm.
Food, wine, inspirtation!
From one of Toronto's culinary divas, Dinah Koo has been serving
Torontonians for several decades. From the gourmet food shop to restaurants
to catering Dinah has influenced our eating habits. Now with Janice Poon's
wonderful designs and insights to styling, we have a book that makes planning
a party far less stressful and dare we say fun! Emphasis on food and drinks
and menu ideas with wine notes from Canada's first Master Sommelier John
Szabo.
 Peter Meltzer
Keys to the Cellar: Strategies and Secrets of Wine Collecting
Thursday, October 26, from 6 to 8 pm.
Peter Meltzer brings over two decades of experience as a wine critic
to this vastly under served area of wine. This is the book for those
looking to better understand auctions and also those beginning to start
a wine collection. As auction correspondent for the Wine Spectator and
a contributor to Food Arts magazine, Toronto-born Meltzer
demystifies the process in this engaging book. Hardcover, 256 pp.
$38.95.
 Vikram Vij
Vij's Indian Cuisine
Thursday September 28th
Noon to 1 pm.
Vij will bring a variety of spices and talk about their uses in cooking and answer
any questions you might have. Softcover, 205 pp. $40.00.
 Bonnie Stern
Heartsmart
Saturday, May 13, 2 to 3 pm.
The best of the Heartsmart series with 100
new recipes. Come and sample Heartsmart treats
with Bonnie Get an autographed copy for the perfect Mothers
Day gift for May 14th .
 Jurgen Gothe
DiscCookery The DiscDrive: 20th Anniversary Cookbook from CBC Radio
Thursday, May 18th, 11:30 am.
For CBC Disc Drive lovers, a great opportunity to come and celebrate with one
of radio's most beloved hosts.
 Sarah Kramer
La Dolce Vegan
Saturday, June 3rd, 2 to 3 pm.
This popular Vancouver author makes vegan cooking fun and tasty.
 Alex Prudhomme
My Life in France
Tuesday, April 25 at 4pm
Meet Julia's great nephew and reminisce.
Julia Child with Alex Prud'homme
It was exquisitely simple sole meuniere that changed both the life of one woman
and the course of North American cuisine. In her newly published memoir, Julia
Child traces her love affair with everything French, particularly the food, from
that day in November, 1948 through the labour of love that became Mastering
the Art of French Cooking to her final visit in June, 1992. Though
written with her great nephew, Alex Prudíhomme, it is Julia herself
whose words make this memoir so vivid that one can hear her glorious, rumbling
trill in every
paragraph.
 Michele Cranston
Thursday May 4th, 12:30 to 1:30pm
A first visit to Toronto for this extremely popular Australian
cook, writer, stylist and current food editor at Marie
Claire.
Luscious: Simply delicious food from Marie Claire
Michele Cranston
When Donna Hay departed Marie Claire magazine, Michele Cranston
took the reigns and has acquired her own legion of fans. Very much in a similar
style with the gorgeous photography, easy to follow recipes and accessible
ingredient list. This is her fifth book. $29.95.
2005
 Saturday December 3, 2 to 3 pm
Naomi Duguid (alas, just Naomi, not Jeffrey!)
Signing and sampling from her, and Jeffrey's, new book Mangoes & Curry
Leaves.
Another stunning work from this travelling duo. This new work encompasses the
Indian sub-continent. The photography is breathtaking and the attention to local
culture gives the whole feel of being right there in the markets, in the homes,
alas no plane tickets are included.
 Thursday, December 8th, 11:30 am to 1pm
Michael Smith
Chef at Home
This talented Prince Edward Island chef has made a name for himself behind
the stoves and in front of the camera. His popular, and award winning, Food
Network shows, Chef at Home and Chef at Large are
watched around the globe. However it's his down to earth approach to cooking
and engaging writing that capture the reader and viewer. This new book will
be a welcome addition to the shelf. Paper, 176 pp, $29.95.
 Saturday, December 10, 2 to 3 pm.
Rose Reisman
Secrets for Permanent Weight Loss
As always, Rose combines flavour and flare in this, her latest healthy cookbook.
A popular cooking teacher, as well as author, Rose makes eating well a pleasure!
 Sunday, December 11, 2 to 3 pm.
Marion Kane
Dish
This long time Toronto Star food writer has gathered a wonderful
collection of her favourite columns. A gift for the foodie who perhaps, doesn’t
need another recipe! /
 Saturday, November 26, 2 to 3 pm.
Elizabeth Baird
Canadian Living Everyday Favourites
This new book from the ever reliable Canadian Living test
kitchens, will give bountiful pleasure to those on your gift list.
 Saturday November 19, 2 to 3 pm
Jennifer McLagan
Signing and sampling from her new book Bones
A unique look at meat on the bone, more than chicken and lamb.
 Thursday November 17, 6 to 7:30 pm
Susur Lee
Signing his new book Susur: A Culinary Life
The accolades started rolling in even before the proverbial ink dried in this
book. The Book One essays which chronicle Lee's life, are credited to Jacob
Richler. The recipes which comprise Book Two, will provide inspiration to other
chefs. This is a truly stunning achievement which confirms Lee's place in the
heights of international culinary stardom.
 Friday, November 11, 12 noon to 1 pm.
Bill Granger
Simply Bill
This is the first Toronto appearance from the popular Australian chef from Sydney.
The usual fabulous photos accompany simple to follow recipes in this, his fourth
book.
 A visit from Nigella Lawson
We were delighted when Nigella managed to find the time to
visit us at The Cookbook Store between a very hectic schedule of interviews.
She is as delightful in person as she is on TV and in her writing.
Her chattiness, down to earth nature and joy of culinary delights was
infectious and refreshing! More
on Nigella's books / More images.
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