The Well-Seasoned Librarian: Mixing Cookbooks and Conversation

Bio: "Hi! I’m Yasmin. Here’s a bit about me. Well, a lot about me. A few years ago, I fell in love with the Spanish island of Menorca and have since upended my life as I’ve sold or donated most of my belongings, save for my cookbooks/books and beloved kitchen items, so I can spend at least half the year in Menorca. You

Bio: Beyond being a captivating author, Douglas is a seasoned travel writer who has explored diverse corners of the globe. He's also a husband, a father, and a Los Angeles resident with a fascinating background. He holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of San Francisco and even spent time in Buenos Aires

Bio: Roann Byrne, also known as @batchfromscratch_, is a passionate culinary expert from Ireland with a love for storytelling through food. Her journey began at a young age, baking with her grandmother, Polly, and has since evolved into a multi-faceted career encompassing roles as a chef, baker, and academic.With three

A Gastronomic Journey by Robert Bradley (released fall 2023). Bob Bradley started out as a wine merchant for New York City’s most acclaimed restaurants. A trip to Central America put him on the path to studying Mesoamerican art history and archaeology at Columbia University. He is now an associate professor in the Scho

Elise Thomas is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and the creative force and founder behind one of the fastest growing gourmet cookie franchises, Cookie Co. The company began in her home, but in August 2020, her first storefront opened in her hometown.  Three years later, Cookie Co. continues to expand their business t

AIR FRYER ALL DAY: 120 Tried-and-True Recipes for Family-Friendly Comfort Food by Rebecca Abbott and Jennifer West (released fall 2023). Becky and Jen are the co-founders of the popular blog Air Frying Foodie and the Easy Air Fryer Recipes Facebook page, which has over 2.4 million members! Becky (who lives in Phoenix,