Best How To Write A Cookbook Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 372: The Power of a Traditional Publishing Team 35:44

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✨ Before we get started, an exciting announcement! ✨ Are you a food, nutrition, or culinary professional dreaming of publishing a cookbook? Right now we are in the middle of our Publish Your Cookbook Masterclass. In this free masterclass, we are discussing the shortcut most aspiring authors miss — how to publish your cookbook without writing your b…

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Panang Chicken Curry 6:21

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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145: Eva Kolenko on Photographing Cookbooks 49:05

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Kate and Kristin get into all things food photography with Eva Kolenko, the photographer of over 50 cookbooks. Eva talks about her new studio setup, how she got her start as a photographer after a wandering path as an artist and how she made the jump to actually making a living with her talent. She shares what she wished she knew before starting th…

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Tom Parker Bowles on food writing, family traditions, and life in the royal orbit 53:10

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a deliciously candid conversation with Tom Parker Bowles, award-winning food writer, critic, broadcaster, and son of Queen Camilla. In this episode, Tom shares stories from his royal upbringing and reflects on how family, tradition, and travel have shaped his palate. From comfort food classics like cottage pie and roa…

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Episode 371: Food Preservation and the Modern Pioneer Pantry with Mary Bryant Schrader 1:18:30

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✨ Before we get started, an exciting announcement! ✨ If you’re a food, nutrition, or culinary professional dreaming of publishing a cookbook with a traditional publisher, join me for the Publish Your Cookbook event starting Monday, October 20, 2025. In this free training, you’ll learn the shortcut most aspiring authors miss — how to sell your cookb…

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Roasted Aubergine, Red Pepper and Tomato Soup 6:39

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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144: The Author-Agent Relationship with Peter J. Kim and David Black 44:23

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Kate and Molly speak with both an author and an agent about their collaboration process. We talk to Peter J. Kim about his debut cookbook, The Instant Ramen Kitchen, and to David Black about working as a literary agent and why this project caught his attention. David shares his thoughts about cookbook proposal revisions, speciality stores and what …

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Tara Wigley her journey into food writing, charring aubergines and the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen 41:43

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Tara Wigley as she delves into the art of modern cooking. In this episode, Tara shares her journey from food writing to recipe development, offering insights into her creative process, favourite culinary tips, and the stories behind her most beloved dishes. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook, yo…

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Episode 370: Sharing Lebanese Baking with Maureen Abood 1:10:58

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✨Before we get started, an exciting announcement ✨ If you’re a food, nutrition, or culinary pro and you dream of being published by a traditional publisher, I want to invite you to my upcoming Publish Your Cookbook event where you will learn the shortcut most aspiring authors miss when publishing their cookbook. You’ll discover how to position your…

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Spiced coconut chicken 5:39

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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143: Jacques Pépin 34:39

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Molly and Kristin speak with the iconic Jacques Pépin about his latest book which includes recipes along with original artwork. Jacques, the writer of over 30 cookbooks since 1967, shares memories and inspirations behind his work, his take on recipe creation over the years and his thoughts on the similarities and differences between cooking and pai…

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Diana Henry on British food writing, favourite dishes, and the journey from TV to cookbooks 52:28

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Episode 369: The Value of an Email List to a Cookbook Author 20:12

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Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. Today I’m excited to talk to you about one key tool in the life of most cookbook authors, and that’s an email list. Part of the reason I want to talk about this is that there is a misconception that we have to chase publishers and agents. But what I’ve found to be true in my own life, in the …

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Chapli Kebab 5:14

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find the recipe at goodfood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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142: In Which We Get Into AI, Recipe Testing, Cookbook Comp Titles, and more 51:54

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Kate, Kristin, Molly and Andrea meet up to launch Season 8 with a grab bag of topics, including free speech in the cookbook space, thoughts around using Chat GPT and AI as tools for writing and recipe creation, and checking in on 'Happy Robot Voice'. They discuss the need for friction in writing and the development of personal voice, taste and expe…

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Sabrina Ghayour on Persian cooking and how a Twitter joke led to her success 1:00:55

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith for a flavourful journey as he sits down with acclaimed chef and bestselling author Sabrina Ghayour. In this episode, Sabrina shares her passion for modern Middle Eastern cuisine, the stories behind her signature dishes, and the cultural influences that have shaped her culinary career. Discover the secrets to bringing vib…

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Episode 368: True North Cabin Cookbook with Stephanie Hansen 1:05:27

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Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. Today I’m excited to have an interview with Stephanie Hansen. Stephanie is the host of the Emmy-award-winning TV show “Taste Buds with Stephanie”, blogger at Stephanie's Dish, and radio host of The Weekly Dish and author of True North Cabin Cookbook Volume Two: Seasonal Recipes From a Cozy Ki…

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Cottage Pie 6:07

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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30: Making a Moving Cookbook Memoir with Eric Kim [re-release] 42:37

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Originally aired on November 23, 2022 Andrea and Kristin talk with Eric Kim about his intensely personal and remarkable book, Korean American. He shares his inspirations and motivations for the essay format, how he wrote his family as characters and the potential and limits of memoir writing. He talks about the idea of authenticity in food, what go…

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Fleur & Keshia East on West African flavours, family recipes and supporting each other 50:44

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Join Fleur & Keshia East as they share the inspiring story behind Curl Kitchen, the innovative brand that blends the worlds of food, family, and haircare. In this episode, the sisters open up about their journey as entrepreneurs, the cultural traditions that shaped their vision, and how food became a powerful symbol of love and connection in their …

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Episode 367: Overcoming Self-Doubt as a Cookbook Author 20:28

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Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. I just finished enrolling new students into Cookbooks on KDP and wanted to share something with you based on my conversations with aspiring cookbook authors. When I talk to successful cooks, bakers, dietitians, chefs, and others who have a ton of kitchen experience to share, I hear them say t…

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Polish dumplings (pierogi) 5:39

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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39: Toya Boudy on Storytelling Through Recipes [re-release] 37:11

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Originally aired on February 1, 2023 Molly and Kate dive deep into the journey and person that is chef/writer/artist/activist/culinary ambassador (and more), Toya Boudy. She shares how her talents as an artist and wordsmith, along with the interwoven nature of life, resulted in her latest cookbook, "Cooking for the Culture". She discusses her creat…

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150 - The Vegan Creamery with Miyoko Schinner 1:22:23

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For the final episode of Keep On Cookin’ with Dustin Harder, we’re honored to welcome back Miyoko Schinner to discuss her brand-new book, The Vegan Creamery. Miyoko was the very first guest on Keep On Cookin’, making it all the more special to have her return as our last. A delectable collection of over 75 plant-based recipes for vegan butters, cre…

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Janusz Domagala on Bake Off, wedding cakes and turning his home into a cake 49:07

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith as he welcomes the vibrant and inspiring Janusz Domagała. Star baker, cookbook author, and fan favourite from The Great British Bake Off. In this episode, Janusz shares his colourful journey from baking in his family kitchen in Poland to winning hearts on national TV and beyond. Discover the stories behind his debut cookb…

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Reedsy Live: The Save the Cat Guide to Horror Writing with Jamie Nash 34:09

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🔍 Discover how you can use Save the Cat to freak out your readers with the help of horror screenwriter, Jamie Nash📝 Find the highlights for this podcast episode here:https://blog.reedsy.com/live/save-the-cat-horror/By Reedsy

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Episode 366: The Secret Ingredient Behind the Best Cookbooks 22:26

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Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. Today on the Cookbook Love Podcast, I’m sharing what I call the hidden beginning of publishing. Over the years, we’ve talked a lot about the types of publishing — self, traditional, and hybrid — and we’ve heard from hundreds of authors who’ve chosen each of those paths. But behind the scenes,…

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Homemade Pasta Dough 5:13

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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58: David Lebovitz on the Writing Life in Paris [re-release] 53:06

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Originally aired on July 19, 2023 Kate and Kristin talk with writer David Lebovitz about his career and life in France. He discusses how he went from pastry chef to food writer, how blogging strengthened his writing voice and why he pivoted to video during the pandemic. He shares his decision to write "the hardest book he ever wrote", the advice he…

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148 - Drink Your Garden with Venise Cunningham and Belinda Kelly 1:14:15

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Enjoy 100+ botanical cocktail recipes from farmer-bartender sisters whose style and originality is on display in this joyful book. Sisters Belinda Kelly and Venise Cunningham have together grown a successful business, Simple Goodness Farm, by embracing nostalgia, nature, and a back-to-basics way of living. They've given a unique homespun spin to th…

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145 - The Healthy Happy Plant-Based Cookbook with Erin and Dusty Stanczyk 1:09:07

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Enjoy better living for the whole family with this down-to-earth, full-color plant-based cookbook featuring 75+ delicious recipes from the founders of @eatmoverest. Raised in the Midwest, Erin and Dusty Stanczyk ate a traditional American meat and potatoes diet, yet always felt tired, uncomfortable, and unhealthy. Then they made the switch to whole…

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144 - A Year of Compassion with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau 49:40

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Affectionately known as the Joyful Vegan, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau has been a leading voice in compassionate living for over two decades, guiding countless people to achieve lasting health and purpose. Now, with A Year of Compassion, she shares simple, effective, and impactful actions we can all take to make humankind a little kinder—by protecting …

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149 - Nora Cooks with Nora Taylor 38:28

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On this episode of Keep On Cookin’, Dustin welcomes Nora Taylor, the creator, recipe developer, and food photographer behind the beloved blog Nora Cooks. Nora went vegan back in 2010 and—despite hating to cook beforehand—quickly discovered a passion for creating simple, family-friendly recipes that win over vegans and meat-eaters alike. She launche…

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147 - The Vegan Bread Machine Cookbook with Shane Martin 58:43

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Leave behind the expensive store-bought vegan breads and discover the incredible flavors and aromas of nutritious, plant-based breads you can make quickly at home in your bread machine. If you are vegan, you know how hard it is to find affordable and tasty vegan breads in stores—because so many breads and flavored breads contain animal products lik…

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146 - Clover Food Lab with Chef Chris Anderson 41:37

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Clover Food Lab is a fast-casual, plant-based restaurant group based in Boston, founded in 2008. What started as a single food truck has grown into multiple locations around the city, all focused on serving fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced vegetarian and vegan food. Their menu changes daily depending on available produce, with a focus on simple…

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Jon Watts on turning prison kitchen lessons into bestselling cookbooks and comfort food 41:53

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Samuel Goldsmith chats with food writer Jon Watts about second chances, speedy cooking, and why roast potatoes make or break Sunday lunch. Jon traces his journey from a prison kitchen and the DofE to Jamie’s Italian, a viral chocolate-orange cheesecake, and a hit “Speedy” cookbook series. Expect risotto tips (hello, “three cracks”), fennel-spiked s…

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Episode 365: How Print Cookbooks and Food Blogging Fit Together with Camille Beckstrand of Six Sisters’ Stuff 59:59

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Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. Today, I’m joined by Camille Beckstrand of Six Sisters’ Stuff. What began in 2011 as a way for six sisters to stay connected after leaving their childhood home has grown into one of the top family-friendly recipe websites on the internet. With a focus on simple, approachable meals, Six Sister…

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Spaghetti aglio e olio 4:31

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food

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37: Managing a Voice of Authority with Kenji López-Alt [re-release] 53:42

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Originally aired on January 18, 2023 Molly and Andrea talk with Kenji López-Alt, author and Chief Culinary Advisor for Serious Eats, about creating and maintaining a voice of authority. He shares his career path, where his interest in food got started and the work that has influenced his own. He describes the relationship he has with his followers,…

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Julius Fiedler on slow food, fermentation fails, and his culinary adventures around the world 48:19

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Join us for a deliciously fun episode as Julius Fiedler - filmmaker turned food creator and author - shares his passion for slow food, naturally plant-based recipes, global culinary adventures, and the stories behind the world’s most memorable dishes. From the art of fermentation (and a few kitchen disasters) to the secrets of authentic recipes and…

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Episode 364: The Only Permission You Need to Write Your Cookbook 18:25

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Welcome to another episode of the Cookbook Love Podcast. Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m not really an expert… who am I to write a cookbook?” or conversely “They’re not really an expert…who are they to write a cookbook? You’re not alone. For years, publishers, editors, and agents acted as gatekeepers, deciding who was “qualified” to wr…

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Easy fish pie 5:56

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Good Food