NOON, the cookbook to have in every kitchen for lunch
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The lunch hour is often relegated to the background, seen as just a simple break in our busy days. With this cookbook, Meike Peters, whose previous work was acclaimed by the New York Times, transforms our daily pause into a moment of indulgence and culinary discovery. NOON, which has already won the Swiss Gourmet Book Award 2024 and the silver medal from the Gastronomische Akademie Deutschlands (GAD), indeed offers 115 inventive and delicious recipes to brighten your lunches and snack breaks. With stunning photographs and simple dishes to make, NOON is an invitation to savor every moment of the day.
Healthy, Simple, and Delicious Recipes for Lunch
“Noon,” in English, means noon. And with this cookbook, Meike Peters, an award-winning author and food photographer, indeed offers us a collection of ideas that adapt to all the realities of our lunch breaks. Whether you work from home, have lunch at the office, or want to delight your friends, this cookbook fits all situations and all types of cooks. The recipes are designed to be quick and indulgent while remaining accessible, even for beginners. Plus, they often introduce fruits and vegetables into our diets. A significant point for a healthy life.
Among the 115 recipes, you’ll find original and colorful salads, comforting pasta dishes, savory tarts, and even a few desserts. We love the hyper-creative sandwich ideas that bring a surprising and tasty twist to our lunch break.
One of the highlights of NOON is its flexibility. The recipes can be enjoyed at lunch, but they also adapt perfectly to breakfast or dinner. Meike Peters designed this cookbook to respond to the changing needs of our lives, where meals often need to fit into busy schedules. With NOON, every moment of the day becomes an opportunity to indulge.
Exploration of Flavors and Textures
Meike Peters is known for her inventive approach to cooking, and NOON is no exception. Each recipe is an exploration of flavors and textures, with clever combinations that awaken the taste buds. For example, the carrot and pear salad with tahini and sesame seeds offers an intoxicating texture and a perfect balance between sweet and savory. We also adore this autumn salad made with roasted pumpkin, shallots, plum, stilton, and croutons, as well as the freshness of this salad featuring tender white beans, grapefruit, and pistachios.
Similarly, the hummus and sauerkraut sandwich on sourdough bread brings a tangy and surprising touch that will delight fans of bold flavors.
The photographs in the cookbook play a key role in this culinary exploration. Each dish is highlighted by images that do more than just show the final result; they also tell a story. The vibrant colors of the ingredients, the appetizing textures, and the careful presentations make you want to get cooking immediately. Meike Peters, as a photographer, manages to capture the essence of each recipe, making NOON a book that is as beautiful as it is useful. The best part? The recipes are so simple to concoct that the final result is always very close to the photo in the cookbook! This is sure to satisfy budding chefs and encourage them to cook more.
Meike Peters, an Inspiring and Award-Winning Author
Meike Peters is no stranger to success. The Berlin-based author has written several acclaimed cookbooks and won the prestigious James Beard Award in 2017 for her first book, EAT IN MY KITCHEN. Her second work, 365: A YEAR OF EVERYDAY COOKING & BAKING, was also critically acclaimed and included in the New York Times’ list of the best cookbooks. With NOON, she confirms her status as one of the most talented culinary authors of her generation.
In addition to her cookbooks, Meike Peters is known for her blog EAT IN MY KITCHEN, launched in 2013, where she shares recipes and culinary stories. She is also the creator of the series MEET IN YOUR KITCHEN, in which she visits chefs and home cooks around the world to discover their recipes and stories. Her podcast, MEET IN MY KITCHEN, explores the role of food in our lives, featuring guests who share their experiences and insights.
NOON is the result of this passion for cooking and meeting people. Meike Peters combines her culinary expertise with her storytelling talent, creating a book that is much more than just a collection of recipes. It’s an invitation to slow down, savor, and celebrate life’s little pleasures.
