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20 New Cookbooks That Will Seriously Upgrade Your Shelf
Caution: Don't read this on an empty stomach.
Cookbooks are about so much more than a collection of recipes for cooking-enthusiasts (or newbies) to try. More and more, they've evolved to feature absolutely stunning food photography, not to mention, covers that are honestly too beautiful and well designed to be stashed away out of sight. And to top it all off, cookbooks tell a story about food, where it comes from, and who inspires the people we turn to to learn our go-to recipes and cooking techniques.
These new cookbooks for 2019—many debuting in the fall, with some already out from earlier in the spring—are exactly that. This list includes hundreds, if not thousands of unique, delicious recipes, but it goes beyond that—each book on this list is a feast for your eyes, too. With cuisine from all around the world, easy recipes even the newest of cooks can master (and impress people with!), and enough desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth for years to come, these are the cookbooks to look out for. They're so good, they deserve a spot on your coffee table.
Moscow mule cupcakes, crème brûlée cookies and more await you in this Delish pick. Even if you haven't had much of a taste for sweets in the past, it's pretty much guaranteed to convert you.
A great choice for anyone looking to improve their cooking skills without the need to learn extremely complicated recipes or techniques—the beautiful cover is just a bonus.
If French food is your go-to (or you wish it was!) this cookbook and its easy-to-make recipes will transport you right to Paris.
Lasagna is always a good idea, and this cookbook full of baked pasta recipes will help you take comfort food to a whole new level.
Salt & Straw Ice Cream Cookbook
If you can't make it out to one of Salt & Straw's locations to try a scoop, you can always follow their recipes at home with their official cookbook.
Not only is this a cookbook full of recipes with global flair, it also tells the story of the restaurants and chefs that inspired and taught author and chef Chris Shepherd along the way.
If this updated edition of Tartine complete with 50 new recipes doesn't make you crave a pastry (their famous morning bun, anyone?) stat, then I don't know what will.
Perfect for throwing dinner parties and impressing people without putting in tons of effort, Nothing Fancy is practically a must-have for anyone who loves to entertain.
The fun, colorful cover is set to stun on any coffee table spread, but it's what's inside—namely, authentic recipes celebrating the Mediterranean islands of Spain—that counts.
Tacos, inspired cocktails, and tres leches cake are just a few of the types of recipes you'll find in this eye-catching and flavorful cookbook.
If you constantly find yourself coming home after a long day only to have no idea what to make for dinner, this is the cookbook for you.
In Baan, author Kay Plunkett-Hogge shares more than 120 recipes from her travels through Thailand, where she was born and raised, while also including the stories behind them.
This comprehensive (it features more than 400 recipes!) cookbook celebrates Jewish cuisine from all over the world, including traditional recipes and some contemporary takes on them, too.
Author Toni Tipton-Martin adapted the amazing recipes in Jubilee from historic texts and rare African American cookbooks, making it a must-read that goes above and beyond teaching people to make delicious food.
Middle Eastern cuisine shines in this cookbook from the team behind Honey & Co., which features authentic recipes and the stories behind them.
If you've been dying to try the sous vide method of cooking, this cookbook, which features tons of recipes for you to add to your repertoire, will guide you.
Another option for all you ice cream lovers out there: La Grotta features more than 75 recipes for ice creams, sorbets, and granitas to satisfy your icy sweet tooth.
In Milk & Cardamom, you'll find tons of stunning recipes for Indian-inspired sweets, like mango lassi french macarons and brown butter ghee shortbread cookies.
If your sweet tooth just can't get enough, this cookbook filled with 60 must-try cake recipes definitely needs to go on your wishlist.
In this pick, you'll find Japanese-inspired recipes that work for just about every occasion, from family dinners to cocktail parties.
Brittney Morgan is a noted land mermaid and a Virgo with a penchant for crafts, red lipstick, and buying way too many throw pillows. Her work has also been published at Apartment Therapy, NYLON, HuffPost, Hello Giggles, Elite Daily, and more.
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