
Cooking the Books is about all of life through the prism of food, from climate change to culture and politics to people. It's for foodie book lovers who want to hear something more profound about the way we live, making the link between delicious food and the impact of food production on the land, all through four food moments from the books of our favourite food writers.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 307 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsSociety & Culture | |||

This week, we’re with Rowley Leigh, chef, food writer and the food books assessor for the 2025 André Simon Food & Drink Book Awards to discuss the shortlist.
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This week, we’re on The Isle of Skye with the author of Café Cuil, Clare Coghill.
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I love this podcast. Amazing guests and informative. I have one criticism which is the host falls into a whisper. Need to stop that.
One of my favorite podcasts! Gilly does a fantastic job of getting to the heart of inspiration with the world’s latest cookbook authors.
Gilly is so knowledgeable and engaging and brings out really warm intimate stories from her guests.
I have learned so much from Gilly’s podcast, which is simultaneously entertaining and insightful. Highly recommend!
Such a great podcast for foodies and non-foodies alike. I learn something new every time. Gilly has a wonderful open approach and the conversations flow really well. I love it!
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Focused on the intersection of food, culture, and personal stories, the show brings together notable authors and food writers to explore profound themes behind their culinary works. Each episode revolves around four food moments selected by guests, providing insights into their experiences with food, identity, and social issues, such as climate change and culinary traditions. This format not only champions diverse culinary narratives but also emphasizes the importance of thoughtful food consumption and its broader impact on society. With a blend of humor and warmth, the engaging conversations reveal how connections with food and shared stories can foster community, sustainability, and cultural understanding.
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