Heartbake
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Heartbake
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Heartbake
Reminiscent of Michelle Zauner's Crying in H Mart and Dolly Alderton's Everything I Know About Love, Charlotte Ree's Heartbake is part memoir, part recipe book, and part joyous battle cry for those who find themselves lonely at any age, hungry for so much more from life.
The discovery of cooking for others again ignited something in me—it gave me meaning, and in some ways it brought me back to life.
In the heartfelt memoir Heartbake by Charlotte Ree, readers are invited into an intimate and autobiographical journey through food, love, and self-discovery. When Charlotte finds herself at a crossroads following a painful divorce, she turns to the kitchen as a source of solace and revival. Amidst a world caught in turmoil, Charlotte begins to reclaim her identity and purpose, one dish at a time.
With each culinary creation—from a perfectly boiled egg to a sumptuous lasagne and homemade ricotta and pesto ravioli in brown butter and sage sauce—Charlotte shares more than just recipes. She brings us along on a transformative journey where each meal serves as a stepping stone toward healing. In the process, she reflects on her quest to find love in various forms: through friendships, family bonds, romantic encounters, and most importantly, self-love.
The narrative is rich with personal anecdotes that range from the tragic to the hilarious, all imbued with mouth-watering details that bring the dishes to life. Charlotte's prose is deeply evocative, capturing the raw emotions and heart-wrenching moments of her life while also celebrating the joy and fulfilment that can come from sharing good food with others. She delves into the complexities of familial relationships and examines how the examples she saw growing up shaped her perceptions of love and self-worth.
Through both disastrous and delightful dating experiences, Charlotte discovers a newfound appreciation for the simple yet profound pleasures of cooking and sharing meals. Heartbake is not just a memoir but also a testament to the healing power of food and the resilience of the human spirit. Charlotte Ree's story is one of rediscovery and transformation, narrated with warmth, authenticity, and an infectious love for cooking that will inspire readers to explore their own culinary journeys.
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Heartbake by Charlotte Ree is lauded for its raw and deeply moving portrayal of life's passions, food and love. Critics highlight its heartfelt and honest celebration of personal and emotional fulfilment. It is described as an utter delight to read and devour.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761067600
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 May 2023
Country: Australia
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 138.0mm
Height: 185.0mm
Weight: 670g
Pages: 336
About the Author
CHARLOTTE REE lives in Sydney, Australia.Heartbake is her second book.
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