Our Favorite Cookbooks of 2020

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As 2020 draws to a close, perhaps it may be time to take a look back at the best cookbooks that have graced the bookshelves this year. Here’s a mix of different cookery styles and presentations that’ll surely give you a varied taste of what’s available.

Jikoni

The full name of this book is Jikoni: Proudly Inauthentic Recipes from an Immigrant Kitchen, and it was written by Ravinder Bhogal. This creative and eclectic cookbook will provide novel insight and leave your head swimming with ideas. It offers innovative recipes from exciting breakfasts and satisfying brunches to delightful desserts and dinner options. The book reflects Bhogal’s multicultural culinary heritage and will serve as a constant source of excitement on your bookshelf.

Parwana

Parwana: Recipes and Stories From an Afghan Kitchen by Durkhanai Ayubi charts the lives of an Afghan family who escaped conflict in 1985 and emigrated to Adelaide, Australia. It offers an unusual combination of unique family history and authentic Afghan dishes.

One Tin Bakes

Edd Kimber penned this no-nonsense cookbook that’ll guide you through the basics of baking and help you do it with minimum fuss. You don’t need a magic cupboard full of every ingredient known to man—just a baking tray, flour, and a will to learn.