Cookin' for Love: A Novel with Recipes

by Sharon Boorstin

Who Says Only Twenty somethings Can Have Fun, Romance, and Great Sex? Married mother of three and Beverly Hills cookbook author Miriam Levy dreams about food. Her best friend, divorced Kate McGrath, dreams about "The One" who got away. When, after twenty-five years, Kate reconnects with her unforgettable first love on Google and he asks her to visit him halfway around the world (while his wife happens to be away), she begs Miriam to go with her. Reluctant but restless, Miriam agrees. Their overseas adventures awaken the women's spirits and teach them about passion, love, and life without regret. Inspired by the author's own true story, Cookin' for Love is a funny and poignant tale about the comfort of friendship and the resilience of true love. With a hint of the forbidden, a dash of courage, and heaps of heart-along with twenty-five delectable recipes-this contemporary romp serves up all the ingredients for fine food, romance, and adventure. "Exuberantly mixes the sweet things in life-love, friendship, family, and plenty of spice." -Kirkus Discoveries "Recipes sprinkled throughout the book add a delicious dimension to the tale." -Bon Appetit magazine "Thelma & Louise twenty years later. Entertaining and sweet." -The Austin Chronicle "A delicious confection that you'll want to devour to the last page." -Iris Rainer Dart, Author of Beaches and Some Kind of Miracle "A delicious story with all the trimmings of humor and womanspeak." -Suzy Gershman, author of Born to Shop and C'est La Vie

304 pages, Paperback

First published August 8, 2004

Reviews

[Tami · Rating 2 out of 5]

I can't believe this book has such high ratings with how far fetched the storyline is. I'm OK with some twists and turns but this was too much. There is no way all these things happened to one, maybe two women in one trip.

For me the recipes weren't that applicable or useful either. I finished it but I wouldn't read this again or recommend it.

[Tami · Rating 5 out of 5]

Food, sex, romance, international travel... what more does a girl need? This story was hilarious. Not to mention it has good, easy recipes!

[Maryla · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun story. Love the recipes.

[Melissa Hart · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very entertaining read, perfect for the beach. And perfect for those over 50. Especially if you like to cook. This book includes recipes that look delicious.