Seinfeld: The Official Cookbook

by Julie Tremaine, Brendan Kirby

Named one of People Magazine's 50 Food Faves of 2022!

From Jerry’s kitchen to Monk’s café, food is central to many of Seinfeld’s most memorable moments, and this official cookbook teaches fans to prepare favorite dishes from the show right in their own homes!

Stash the takeout menus and cancel reservations at Mendy’s, it’s time to stay in for a taste of New York City as only Seinfeld: The Official Cookbook can deliver in this collection of more than 60 recipes inspired by the hit ‘90s sitcom.

For a show about “nothing” one constant throughout Seinfeld’s nine seasons is food! Jerry, Elaine, Kramer, George, and the whole gang are always talking about food, shopping for food, or grabbing a bite in Monk’s coffee shop! There are contemplations on the black and white cookie, the Big Salad, proper (or improper) shrimp cocktail etiquette, an irresistible soup stand, lobster revenge omelets, the proper ranking of babka varieties, mouthwatering mackinaw peaches, and so much more. Now these culinary comedy classics are celebrated with a variety of recipes that will help any Seinfeld fan relive their favorite moments.

Seinfeld: The Official Cookbook offers a variety of recipes for chefs of all levels. From appetizers to main courses and from drinks to desserts, each chapter includes delicious show-focused food that will have diners raving, “It’s like a circus in your mouth!”

60+ RECIPES INSPIRED BY SEINFELD : Ever wondered “What’s the deal…?” with the delicious eats and treats that Jerry and crew enjoy on the show? Seinfeld: The Official Cookbook let’s you experience mealtime as part of the Seinfeld world.

NO SOUP FOR YOU!: Just kidding, there’s recipes from all the greatest food moments in the show that will have fans of all ages gathering around the table to swap favorite Seinfeld scenes!

THE FIRST OFFICIAL SEINFELD COOKBOOK: The only cookbook with official recipes directly inspired by Seinfeld! The perfect gift for the Seinfeld fan in your life.

RECIPES FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS: With accessible step-by-step instructions and helpful cooking tips, Seinfeld: The Official Cookbook is a great guide for fans of any age and skill level, from kitchen novices to seasoned chefs.

Genres: Cookbooks, Nonfiction, Food, Cooking, Humor, Reference, Pop Culture

160 pages, Hardcover

Published October 11, 2022

Reviews

[Eva B.]

A good mix of actual food items from the show (e.g. the trash eclair, a variety of soups, babka and marble rye, the black and white cookie, the biiiiiiiiiiig salad, the Steinbrenner calzone, Elaine's muffin tops, etc.) and fancier items based on plotlines or simpler foods (a roast beef sandwich inspired by Puddy's love for Arby's, bacon-wrapped dates to represent all of the women Jerry dates, a Snickers-inspired cake from the episode where George and Mr. Pitt eat Snickers with a knife and fork, etc.). My one nitpick is that I wish that it had said what episode the foods were from--I mean sometimes it's literally in the name of the episode but other times it'd be nice to have a specific reference point. Good photographs and fun to read, as it's clearly written by someone who loves the show.

[Karrie Stewart · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a must own for any Seinfeld lover!

[Jennifer Helton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This cookbook was way more than I expected!! I’m a Seinfeld fanatic and that’s why I had to buy it without caring or knowing what was inside. (Ordered online after someone posted they had one.) It’s so clever and engages you on every page! Buy it or no soup for you!

Ps it actually has recipes. Haha!

[Meghan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This cookbook is a ridiculous concept, but Seinfeld is so omnipresent in our lives (I find myself quoting it at least once a day, there’s one for every occasion) that I found myself laughing through the whole thing after I received it as a Festivus gift. The ones that are directly from the show are decent (I was impressed with Kramer’s Peterman Reality Tour Pizza Bagels), and the ones that are more “inspired” by the show are very fun, such as Jerry’s “dates” and Fusilli Jerry pasta. Enjoyable!

[Tiffany Giovino · Rating 5 out of 5]

As someone who really loves Seinfeld, I knew I had to have this cookbook! My husband and I flipped through this book and we can't wait to make some of these recipes in here.

Thanks to Goodreads and the publisher for this awesome giveaway win.

[Alex · Rating 3 out of 5]

There wasn't anything in here that I'd be tempted to make, but as a fan it was fun to look through.

[James Piss · Rating 2 out of 5]

The Sigil (Episode 16)
Kramer is cursed by a swamp hag to vomit forever. He begs Jerry for the sweet release of death, but Jerry is worried it may lead to a more permanent arrangement (ghost Kramer). George wants to break up with his girlfriend for her actions in the Balkans, but is worried he may become her next target.

[Elaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not a fan of sitcoms or comedy shows, but Seinfeld is the exception to the rule.

Never has a show about nothing applied so much to real life. Seriously!

I was stoked when I saw Seinfeld: The Official Cookbook was coming out.

It had occurred to me that the fabulous foursome did spend a lot of time in the coffee shop, or eating, or having meals together.

This is a great collection of recipes culled from the most memorable episodes of the show, including the marble rye Jerry throws up to the George, the Soup Nazi, the big salad George demanded credit for, and the apple pie Jerry's date refused to eat at Monk's for some inexplicable reason.

Each recipe brings back a hilarious memory of the episode itself.

One recipe that wasn't included (unless I missed it) was the vintage cake Elaine eats from J. Peterman's fridge.

Some of the recipes are ridiculously simple and basic and requires no time at all to prepare; others require more thought and effort.

But, no matter what dish you're interested in recreating, the recipe will be sure to make you laugh all over again as you recount the antics from that particular episode the meal is from.

[Catheriine · Rating 5 out of 5]

En tant que fan de Seinfeld depuis les années 90 (j'ai toujours été #teamSeinfeld et pas #teamFriends), je cherchais à tout hasard des articles sur cette mythique série. Je pensais ne trouver, dans les boutiques en ligne, que de simples babioles telles un porte-clé, mais voici que je tombe sur ce fabuleux livre de recettes sorti tout récemment (2022)! C'est un parfait cadeau "À moi, de moi"! Il est rempli de références, tant dans les recettes que dans les citations ou les détails des photos. Le livre est si complet que des recettes sont ajoutées, soit à partir d'une simple mention dans l'une des émissions, ou alors inspirées de scènes qui ne comportent pas de nourriture à proprement parler.

Les recettes sont étonnamment actuelles et toutes très faisables, la plupart sont santé (merci Elaine et sa Big Salad!). En plus de vouloir faire au moins le 3/4 des recettes de ce livre, je souhaite déjà compléter l'ouvrage avec mes propres inspirations et références à partir de détails de la série. Déjà que la plupart des recettes sont des plats réconfortants qui sont idéaux pour rester à la maison en jogging et écouter Seinfeld...

[Brenda Hojonski · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautifully designed cookbook with photos and stories relating to the Seinfeld TV show. Recipes are ones talked about and eaten in the show, such as George's Bedroom Pastrami and Puffy Shirts Pastry Tarts. Sections are relating to the show also: No Soup For You, Monk's Cafe, and Takeout. Recipes are all beautifully photographed and easy to follow. The couple of recipes I tried were delicious.

I won this book in a Goodreads Giveaway.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a fun book. I really doubt I will prepare any of the recipes in the book except maybe the Black and White Cookies. Problem was the recipe was not as clear as I would hope when it came to the frosting preparation, it was almost as if they left out a section. I loved Seinfeld and the book brought back all kinds of giggles--chocolate or cinnamon babka?, The Really Big Salad. Great Fun.

[Sylvia · Rating 3 out of 5]

An adequate cookbook with mostly classic recipes. A fanatic Seinfeld fan may want to add this to their collection. I had hoped that there would be more"Seinfeld" trivia and tidbits to go along with the recipes, especially since none of the recipes really come from the show. Also, I think a good cookbook should have a picture of each recipe listed in the book. Not the case here.

[Joan Waite · Rating 5 out of 5]

Seinfeld has been, and still is my husband's favorite sitcom. I was thrilled when I won this on a Goodreads giveaway. Although I didn't recognize all the foods, my husband remembered all of them, and the other side stories for each episode. We will be trying some of the recipes for sure!

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Got this cookbook for Christmas and I love it! The recipes are great, some are direct from the show and others are inspired by. Everything looks do-able (except that marble rye looks real complicated)
A great gift for any Seinfeld fan.

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love it! Can't wait to try the recipes from this iconic show. I can't believe someone didn't think of this sooner.

[Jessica Romero · Rating 3 out of 5]

Perfect cookbook for everyone that loves Seinfeld!

[Dotty]

Love this book, if you were a fan of Seinfeld, you will love this book. But, in fact all the recipes are clear and easy to make. Wonderful book to cherish the show.

[Jodi J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Seinfeld fans will enjoy this book of recipes and references to the show. I chuckled through the entire thing!

[Alaina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fun collection of Seinfeld references with a little blurb before each to explain.

[Robin Berman · Rating 2 out of 5]

Horrible awful recipes.

[Mike Thomas]

I gotta focus. I'm shifting into soup mode.

[Blair · Rating 5 out of 5]

making all of these as we speak

[Tuna CENGİZKANER · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Samantha · Rating 3 out of 5]

While I wouldn't plan to cook anything out if this book, it was fun reading the recipes introductions!