12 inspiring cookbooks for coronavirus quarantine

A dozen recent cookbooks for escape and encouragement
Bill Addison • Los Angeles Times • April 30, 2020
This is an excellent time to have some absorbing cookbooks on hand. Not only because many of us could use inspiration figuring out what to cook while we shelter but also because we’re craving connection. A parallel has emerged between restaurants...
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