New York Christmas: Recipes and Stories Lisa Nieschlag and Lars Wentrup Book

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New York Christmas: Recipes and Stories by Lisa Nieschlag & Lars Wentrup

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781760634209

Overview:
Dream of a White Christmas in your own kitchen with New York Christmas: Recipes and Stories by Lisa Nieschlag and Lars Wentrup. This hardcover cookbook invites you to step into a magical pre-Christmas New York, where twinkling lights grace the streets, Jingle Bells echo from shopfronts, and culinary aromas tempt you to indulge. Part travelogue, part recipe collection, it couples comforting dishes with intimate stories that celebrate the city’s holiday spirit. Whether you’re planning a cozy night at home or seeking festive inspiration for gifts, this book offers a delicious, imaginative escape to the Big Apple.

About the Books:
From comforting pies to sparkling cocktails, New York Christmas: Recipes and Stories unfolds as a sensory tour of Manhattan’s winter rituals. Lisa Nieschlag and Lars Wentrup, with photography by Julia Cawley, weave narratives that feel like a stroll past storefronts and a warm kitchen light. The recipes honor classic New York favorites—pumpkin pie with a modern twist, brisket braised in wine, and party bites—while stories reveal memories that transform a dish into a moment. The tone is elegant yet approachable, blending concise technique with generous storytelling so both seasoned home cooks and curious readers can savor every page. The book’s design echoes a chic holiday lifestyle, pairing glossy photos with practical measurements and tips that demystify ambitious dishes. Readers will find planning ideas for intimate dinners, family gatherings, and seasonal entertaining, plus little vignettes that capture the city’s spirit: tree-lighting crowds, snowfall on Central Park paths, cozy cafés where warm spice fragrances linger. It’s more than a cookbook; it’s a gateway to a city you can taste, with warmth that invites sharing and memory-making. This is a gift for food lovers who adore travel, for hosts seeking conversation-worthy menus, and for anyone who wants to relive a magical New York Christmas through recipes and stories. Its pages invite repeat reading.

Key Benefits:

• Hardcover keepsake, perfect for coffee-table displays and gifting.
• Delicious recipes inspired by a beloved New York Christmas.
• Stunning photography by Julia Cawley enhances every page.

About the Author:
Lisa Nieschlag and Lars Wentrup are a creative duo known for blending travel, style, and cuisine in engaging books that invite readers to taste places they love. The husband-and-wife team co-create narratives that pair accessible recipes with narrative vignettes, often collaborating with gifted photographers like Julia Cawley to capture the mood of a destination. Their work celebrates everyday cooking with a sense of place, turning ordinary ingredients into memorable experiences. Through meticulous research, warm storytelling, and a clear, friendly voice, they guide home cooks to explore international flavors with confidence.

Why You’ll Love This Book:
Elegant and inviting, New York Christmas: Recipes and Stories makes holiday cooking feel timeless. The combination of recipes and stories offers both practical kitchen guidance and a mood-enhancing reading experience, making it a thoughtful gift for culinary explorers and anyone who dreams of a festive New York Christmas. Perfect for gifting. Seasonal cheer awaits.