Make your Holiday Season extra flavorful with Hot Date!, the first comprehensive cookbook celebrating the ancient superfood that has nourished cultures for over 7,000 years. This art-filled, globally inspired volume brings together 99 mouthwatering recipes where dates take center stage—from sweet and sticky confections to savory Middle Eastern mains.
Hot Date! isn’t just a cookbook—it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and connection, making it a truly special Holiday Season gift for food lovers, home cooks, and art enthusiasts alike.
What You’ll Love This Holiday Season:
- Globally inspired recipes: Explore flavors from Brooklyn to Babylon with dishes that showcase dates in all their forms—from party bites and hearty mains to drinks and desserts.
- Cultural storytelling: Discover rich narratives from date-growing regions in the Middle East, Africa, and California—perfect for cozy holiday reading.
- Stunning artistry: Every page bursts with watercolor illustrations, hand-lettering, and vibrant photography—making it as much a keepsake as a cookbook.
- Perfect gift idea: Beautifully designed with fuchsia-edged pages, it’s a standout Holiday Season gift for friends, family, or yourself.
Author Rawaan Alkhatib, drawing from her Middle Eastern and Indian culinary background, infuses each page with warmth, insight, and creativity. From the iconic Palm Springs Date Shake to modern takes like Date Chili Crisp, this cookbook offers something to savor for every palate.
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Hot Date!—a feast for the eyes, mind, and soul that will inspire your cooking long after the holidays end.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 272
ISBN: 9781797225810
