My Life in Recipes

My Life in Recipes

A new cookbook from the James Beard Award–winning, beloved author that uses recipes to look back at her life, her family history, and her personal journey discovering Jewish cuisine from around the world.

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  • Make Summer a Piece of Cake: Apricot Kuchen
    A traditional German dessert, this apricot kuchen has been a favorite in my own family for generations. – via Tablet Magazine INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 pounds fresh […]
  • Mexican Salmon Ceviche For Passover
    Prepare for Passover with my recipe for Mexican Salmon Ceviche – a perfect pairing with Mexico’s award-winning Jewish comedy NORA’S WILL, now streaming on www.ChaiFlicks.com! Also airing, […]
  • Chicken With Artichokes and Lemon
    If you like artichokes as much as I do, this recipe, often made at Passover by Jews from Morocco, is for you. You can use fresh […]
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Joan Nathan

Joan Nathan

Joan Nathan is the author of twelve cookbooks including her most recent, "My Life in Recipes" (Knopf).

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A good omen yesterday as I prepared to deliver the keynote to an audience of 900 people at the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies. 🌈 ... See MoreSee Less
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A wonderful community gathering of my tennis buddies to celebrate my book. I’m so grateful! ... See MoreSee Less
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Can’t wait to be in conversation with two great friends @ruth.reichl @francis_lam 💜 Join us @mvbookfestival on August 1! ... See MoreSee Less
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I always thought this was one of the most luxurious pies! A raspberry delight with berries from my garden and a Polish recipe from Irene Pletke’s mother. ... See MoreSee Less
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