Eat This Poem: A Literary Feast of Recipes Inspired by Poetry

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A literary cookbook thatcelebrates food and poetry, two of life's essential ingredients. In the same way that salt seasons ingredients to bring out their flavors, poetry seasons our lives; when celebrated together, our everyday moments and meals are richer and more meaningful. The twenty-five inspiring poems in this book-from such poets as Marge Piercy, Louise Gl ck, Mark Strand, Mary Oliver, Billy Collins, Jane Hirshfield-are accompanied by seventy-five recipes that bring the richness of words to life in our kitchen, on our plate, and through our palate. Eat This Poem opens us up to fresh ways of accessing poetry and lends new meaning to the foods we cook.

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"Flipping through the pages of Eat This Poem will make you feel as though you're sitting down with an old, wise friend over teawith the anticipation of a great meal to follow. The poems, and the stories behind each recipe, reinforce how meaningful the simple act of feeding and nourishing ourselves and our family is. A must for the reader and cook in your life!"Megan Gordon, author of Whole-Grain Mornings

I have always appreciated how Nicole brings a peace and stillness to the kitchen as she connects recipes with poetry. What a piece of art to have a book that delightfully marries the two.Sara Forte, author ofThe Sprouted Kitchen Bowl + Spoon

"As [Gulotta] points out, both poets and cooks are makers; she celebrates the craft of these artisans with 75-plus recipes and accompanying poems. Booklist

"Reading and eating. What could be more consoling"Toronto Star

Author Bio

Nicole Gulotta is a writer, recipe developer, and the creator of Eat This Poem, a literary food blog that has been recognized by publications including Saveur, the Los Angeles Times, Better Homes and Gardens, and Poetry. Nicole received an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts and studied literature at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and son. Visit her online at www.eatthispoem.com.