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Ep 397: The ingredients for a favorite read
Sep 12, 2023
On this episode, cookbook author and book lover Bri McKoy joins Anne to discuss the art of reading and writing cookbooks. They explore the immersive experience of reading cookbooks, share favorite cookbooks that blend cuisines and tell stories, discuss a manifesto for everyday cooking, and suggest food and drink pairings for a multi-sensory reading experience. They also analyze Peter Heller's book 'The Guide', learn how to make whipped coffee, and discuss chilling red wine and book pairings.
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Quick takeaways
- Pairing books with food and drink creates a multi-sensory reading experience.
- Following a recipe as a guide and embracing mistakes are important principles in cooking and reading.
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Pairing Books with Food and Drink
Brie discusses the fun of pairing books with food and drink, creating a multi-sensory reading experience. She suggests pairing 'Code Name Hélène' with chilled Zinfandel and homemade barbecue, 'The Vanishing Half' with rum punch and barbecue, 'The Guide' with instant coffee and s'mores, 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue' with champagne and grilled cheese, and 'Billy Summers' with a gin martini.
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