From the Publisher
"I love Erin French’s simple, elegant food. This gorgeous book is filled with recipes that I’m going to make over and over again!"
—Ina Garten
“I would say it tastes like home, only it’s better… delicious seems like too puny a word to use under these circumstances.”
–Harry Smith, The Today Show
"Big Heart Little Stove... guides readers through recipes that go beyond simple instructions to include the small touches that make a meal feel special."
–The Cut
“...the recipes read like the ones we all wish our grandmother had handwritten and passed down to us. They are written by a homecook for a home cook—meant to be made and shared again and again.”
–Epicurious
“Any home chefs looking to host a joyful, delicious dinner party need look no further than the lovely Big Heart Little Stove.”
–Shelf Awareness
JANUARY 2024 - AudioFile
Celebrated chef Erin French shares glimpses of her Maine past and the familial roots of her favorite recipes, as well as ideas and temptations from her renowned restaurant, The Lost Kitchen. Her recitations of her recipes are both engaging and perfectly paced. One could cook while listening, though the recipes are handily indexed at the end. Interspersed are unscripted chats with her mom, a co-worker, and her friend chef Ina Garten. The ding of a kitchen timer, pages rustling, or a pepper grinder denote a recipe or an invitation for listeners to add their own touch. French's candor and genuine tone create an intimate atmosphere that will convince listeners that her magic can be re-created in their own kitchens by drawing on quality ingredients served simply and with love. J.C.G. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine
