From mocktails to matzo, Nigerian classics to Cypriot comfort, these homegrown releases will reignite your kitchen inspiration. —Cassandra Anderton, Good Life Vancouver
Tahini Baby by Eden Grinshpan
Bold, veggie-packed recipes with Middle Eastern flair
Top Chef Canada host Eden Grinshpan returns with a vegetable-forward cookbook that’s anything but basic. With playful chapter titles like “Wow Salads” and “Boss Veg,” expect dishes like Hawaii-spiced sweet potatoes and honey-sesame candied matzo. It’s flavour, confidence, and cool-girl dinner-party energy in one.
Mood Drinks by Gabriel Cabrera
Zero-proof cocktails for every kind of mood
Vancouver-based food stylist Gabriel Cabrera brings his visual flair to alcohol-free mixology. Whether you’re feeling celebratory (La Flore) or need to unwind (Sleepy Cherries), these 60 stylish mocktails hit the spot.
Chop Chop by Ozoz Sokoh
A vibrant journey through Nigerian cuisine
Culinary anthropologist and food storyteller Ozoz Sokoh explores the six culinary regions of Nigeria in this beautiful debut. Expect flame-grilled suya (beef skewers), comforting pepper soup, and eye-opening context on how ingredients like cassava shaped a nation’s plate.
Crave by Carolyne McIntyre Jackson & Jodi Willoughby
Baking nostalgia from a beloved Canadian bakery
Crave Bakery’s co-founders share the recipes that made them famous, from their OG chocolate cake to perfectly chewy vegan confetti cookies. It’s sweet, heartfelt, and made for anyone who loves to bake from scratch.
Two Chefs in the Garden by Lynn Crawford & Lora Kirk
Vegetarian recipes rooted in seasonal abundance
Chefs and life partners Lynn Crawford and Lora Kirk invite readers into their country garden, where over 150 plant-forward recipes—like Buffalo Cauliflower and Eggplant Banh Mi Salad—highlight the joy of cooking with what’s in season.
My New Indian Kitchen (Forthcoming – October 2025) by Vikram Vij with Jennifer Muttoo
Bold Indian recipes from one of Canada’s most iconic chefs
Beloved Vancouver chef Vikram Vij returns with 80 vibrant, modern Indian recipes designed for today’s home cook. Expect bold flavours, approachable techniques, and plenty of personality in this highly anticipated release.
The Essential Cottage Cookbook by Andrea Buckett
Low-effort, high-reward recipes for weekends away
Perfect for cabin getaways or weeknight meals with a laid-back vibe, Buckett’s practical cookbook delivers comforting dishes like Grilled Perogy Platters and Epic Breakfast Pie, all designed for minimal fuss and maximum flavour.
My Cypriot Table by Irene Matys
Cyprus-born recipes steeped in family and memory
Blending her Mediterranean roots with Canadian ingredients, Irene Matys offers soulful, visually stunning dishes like Cedar Plank Za’atar Salmon and Stuffed Grape Leaves. Personal essays explore heritage, loss, and resilience with every bite.
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