British Columbia from Scratch
Denise Marchessault & Caroline West
With stunning photography and approachable recipes, British Columbia From Scratch is a tribute to the author’s native home. Organized by season, the cookbook celebrates the province through a cook’s palate and a photographer’s lens. Seafood lovers will find plenty of ideas for enjoying the Pacific’s haul. From mushroom foraging in ancient rainforests to cranberry harvesting in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia From Scratch champions the province’s bounty.
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Delicious praise for B.C. From Scratch
A sense of place is expected in a regional cookbook and British Columbia from Scratch exceeds expectations. With inspiration from stunning photos, Denise warmly invites the reader into her West Coast kitchen for a tasty visit.
Anna Olson Author, Pastry Chef and Food Network Host
British Columbia From Scratch is not only a beautiful tribute to the amazing landscapes produce and people of BC, but also a generous culinary hug from the kitchen table. This is a book that draws you into the homespun warmth of seasonal gatherings that celebrate food, people and place.
Michelle Cranston, Marie Claire Cookbook Author
You know you’re holding a fine cookbook when you’re dazzled by the photos and want to try every recipe. It’s even more impressive when the text reads as if you have your own private chef in the kitchen cheering you on. British Columbia from Scratch is an inspiring book about a fabulous place and its marvellous food!
Eric Akis, Victoria Times Colonist Food Write
This beautiful book encourages us to do two things we should enjoy more of in our lives: shopping for great BC ingredients, and creating delicious meals for family and friends. Both are possibe using Denise’s wonderful recipes.
Don Genova, Food and Travel Journalist
British Columbia from Scratch captures the magic of cooking seasonally in British Columbia and the creativity of Denise Marchessault’s delicious and refined food.
Gary Hynes, EAT Magazine
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Vancouver Sun
Mia Stainsby, December 23, 2016
“British Columbia from Scratch celebratesthe food culture of B.C.”
Times Colonist
Eric Akis, November 30, 2016
“Cookbook an ode to our beautiful province.”
EAT Magazine
Rebecca Baugniet, January-February, 2017
“Seven Reasons Why You Want this Cookbook”
CBC News
Dec 05, 2016
"It's a beautiful book to look at as it showcases and celebrates everything this province has to offer."
Caroline West
Meet my dear friend Caroline West who tragically passed away from cancer, the week our cookbook arrived in bookstores. Caroline was an art director, photographer, and regular contributor to Vogue Living, Australia. She touched many lives through her creativity, big-hearted generosity and joie de vivre. British Columbia from Scratch, is a tangible testament to our friendship.