NOON, the cookbook to have in every kitchen for lunch
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The lunch hour is often relegated to the background, regarded as just a simple break in our busy days. With this cookbook, Meike Peters, whose previous work was acclaimed by the New York Times, transforms our daily pause into a moment of indulgence and culinary discovery. NOON, which has already won the Swiss Gourmet Book Award 2024 and the silver medal from the Gastronomische Akademie Deutschlands (GAD), indeed offers 115 inventive and delicious recipes to brighten your lunches and your gourmet breaks. With stunning photographs and easy-to-make dishes, NOON invites you to savor every moment of the day.
Healthy, Simple, and Delicious Lunch Recipes
“Noon” in English means noon. And with this cookbook, Meike Peters, an award-winning author and food photographer, indeed offers us a collection of ideas that adapt to all realities of our lunch breaks. Whether you work from home, have lunch at the office, or want to please your friends, this cookbook fits all situations and all types of cooks. The recipes are designed to be quick and indulgent, while remaining accessible, even for beginners. Moreover, they often allow for the introduction of fruits and vegetables into our diets. A significant point for a healthy life.
Among the 115 recipes are original and colorful salads, comforting pasta dishes, savory tarts, and even a few desserts. We love the ideas for hyper-creative sandwiches that bring a surprising and delicious touch to our lunch break.
One of the highlights of NOON is its flexibility. The recipes can be enjoyed at lunch, but they also adapt perfectly to breakfast or dinner. Meike Peters has designed this cookbook to meet the changing needs of our lives, where meals often have to fit into busy schedules. With NOON, every moment of the day becomes an opportunity for indulgence.
Exploration of Flavors and Textures
Meike Peters is known for her inventive approach to cooking, and NOON is no exception. Each recipe is an exploration of flavors and textures, with clever combinations that awaken the taste buds. For example, the carrot and pear salad with tahini and sesame seeds offers an intoxicating texture and a perfect balance between sweet and savory. We also have a big crush on this autumn salad made with roasted pumpkin, shallots, plum, stilton, and croutons, or the freshness of this salad featuring tender white beans, grapefruit, and pistachios.
Similarly, the hummus and sauerkraut sandwich on sourdough brings a tangy and surprising touch that will delight lovers of bold flavors.
The photographs in the cookbook play a key role in this culinary exploration. Each dish is highlighted by images that not only show the final result but also tell a story. The vibrant colors of the ingredients, the appetizing textures, and the careful presentations make you want to get cooking immediately. Meike Peters, as a photographer, manages to capture the essence of each recipe, making NOON a book that is as beautiful as it is useful. The best part? The recipes are so simple to prepare that the final result is always very close to the photo in the cookbook! This is sure to satisfy budding cooks and encourage them to cook more.
Meike Peters, an Inspiring and Award-Winning Author
Meike Peters is not new to this game. The Berlin-based author has written several acclaimed cookbooks, and she won the prestigious James Beard Award in 2017 for her first book, EAT IN MY KITCHEN. Her second work, 365: A YEAR OF EVERYDAY COOKING & BAKING, was also praised by critics and included in the list of the best cookbooks by the New York Times. With NOON, she confirms her status as one of the most talented culinary authors of her generation.
In addition to her cookbooks, Meike Peters is known for her blog EAT IN MY KITCHEN, launched in 2013, where she shares recipes and culinary stories. She is also the creator of the series MEET IN YOUR KITCHEN, in which she visits chefs and amateur cooks around the world to discover their recipes and stories. Her podcast, MEET IN MY KITCHEN, explores the role of food in our lives, featuring guests who share their experiences and reflections.
NOON is the fruit of this passion for cooking and meeting new people. Meike Peters combines her culinary expertise with her storytelling talent, creating a book that is much more than just a collection of recipes. It is an invitation to slow down, savor, and celebrate the small pleasures in life.
