The Alchemy of Ordinary Things There’s something about reading Maupassant that feels like biting into …
The Art of Living with Books
Welcome to the Reader’s Table
Fiction often simmers with sensory details—flavors, aromas, and meals that linger long after the last page. This is a collection of recipes inspired by books I’ve read—some imagined from scenes, others borrowed from beloved characters or settings, and many created or adapted as I cooked alongside my reading. Each dish brings a story to life, one bite at a time.

The Alchemy of Ordinary Things There’s something about reading Maupassant that feels like biting into …

An Icelandic Reading Ritual in the Kitchen There’s something about Icelandic literature that demands a …

A Literary Journey Through Seasonal Comfort As the leaves begin their golden transformation and the …

A Sicilian Reverie of Oranges, Fennel, and the Taste of Elegance “We were the Leopards, …

A Summer Tale of Courgette, Feta & Mint As July settles in with its gentle …

with Smoked Trout and Lavender Oil Provence is more than just a place—it’s a mood, …

This vibrant salad was born from the pages of Elizabeth Gilbert’s captivating novel, The Signature …

Inspired by The Magus by John Fowles, this salad is more than a recipe—it’s a …

In the windswept Irish coastal town of Ballinacroagh, where Marsha Mehran’s three Iranian sisters seek …

This shrimp and bok choy stir-fry is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings together the …