Why people recommend it
Home Cooking by Laurie Colwin is a beloved collection of essays and culinary reflections by a celebrated novelist who found deep meaning in the kitchen and the act of feeding others. On an episode of The Book Review titled Isabel Wilkerson Talks About Michelle Obama’s Memoir, broadcast on July 18, 2024, Greg Cowles recommended the book, describing it as a memoir written by a talented novelist who authored several memorable reflections on food and writing. Later, on the episode titled Book Club: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, aired on the same date, Jumana Katib enthusiastically endorsed the essay collection, noting that the book appealed even to those who do not regularly cook. Both speakers emphasized the warmth, wit, and distinctive voice that made the author's culinary writings enduring classics of the genre. The book captures the simple joys of home preparation and the communal aspects of sharing meals with friends and family. Through these recommendations, the podcast contributors celebrated a writer whose unique perspective on domestic life and gastronomy continues to inspire readers and home cooks alike with her charm, intelligence, and genuine love for good food.
Who recommended it
- Greg Cowles Recommended
- Jumana Katib Recommended
Greg Cowles — 1 mention
“it is a memoir by Lorie cwin also a novelist who who wrote some Memoirs it's called home cooking a writer in the kitchen”
Jumana Katib — 1 mention
“and especially home cooking even though I don't cook that is an endorsement”