
Cooking the Books is about all of life through the prism of food, from climate change to culture and politics to people. It's for foodie book lovers who want to hear something more profound about the way we live, making the link between delicious food and the impact of food production on the land, all through four food moments from the books of our favourite food writers.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 328 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsSociety & Culture | |||

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I love this podcast. Amazing guests and informative. I have one criticism which is the host falls into a whisper. Need to stop that.
One of my favorite podcasts! Gilly does a fantastic job of getting to the heart of inspiration with the world’s latest cookbook authors.
Gilly is so knowledgeable and engaging and brings out really warm intimate stories from her guests.
I have learned so much from Gilly’s podcast, which is simultaneously entertaining and insightful. Highly recommend!
Such a great podcast for foodies and non-foodies alike. I learn something new every time. Gilly has a wonderful open approach and the conversations flow really well. I love it!
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A thoughtful intersection of food, culture, and storytelling, this show uses four food moments from books to explore big ideas like sustainability, identity, and how narratives around meals shape our world. Episodes feature cookbook authors, journalists, and culinary thinkers who unpack craft, memory, and social issues, often weaving behind-the-scenes insights into publishing, judging, and food media. The format consistently centers on human stories and practical takeaways, making it appealing to foodies and readers who want meaningful conversations beyond recipes. A notable strength is the host's ability to surface personal motivations and broader cultural contexts, while maintaining approachable, warm dialogue that invites a wide audience... more
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