The Writer's Table : Famous authors and their favourite recipes
By Valerie Stivers, Katie Tomlinson (Illustrated by)
2025 • Frances Lincoln
Ever wondered what Iris Murdoch might have served for supper, or how Emily Dickinson took her tea? The Writer’s Table brings together dining habits and favourite recipes from some of the world’s most beloved authors, offering a delicious glimpse into their everyday lives and kitchen rituals.
Each recipe is paired with a short introduction to the author and dish, along with clear instructions and modern ingredients, making it easy to recreate literary comfort food at home. With beautiful illustrations throughout, the book is a feast for the eyes as well as the table making you feel closer to the writers you love.
Writers and recipes featured include:
- Leo Tolstoy’s Sour Schi
- Jane Austen's White Soup
- Colette's Cherry Clafoutis
- Barbara Pym's Toad-in-the-Hole
- Truman Capote's Chicken Hash
- Andrea Camilleri's Sardines a beccafico
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