Cookbook Reviews

In addition to the high praise The Vegan Table has received from readers and colleagues alike (see Amazon.com reviews), here's what some media outlets are saying. Read more at The Vegan Table's website.

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The Examiner.com writes: "The Vegan Table is a great gift idea for vegans and non-vegans who enjoy meatless meals or just like to cook for vegans. If you need ideas for a scrumptious dish to bring to your Thanksgiving celebration, you will find them here." Visit Examiner.com.

 

The Library Journal writes: "Patrick-Goudreau’s attractive second cookbook features seasonal menus for occasions ranging from “Romantic Dinners for Two” to “Feasts for the Holidays.” Her sophisticated but mostly uncomplicated recipes appeal to nonvegans and vegans alike, and dozens of sidebars offer tips on entertaining, information on ingredients, and more."

 

VegNews Magazine writes: "With The Vegan Table, it’s obvious Patrick-Goudreau is neither a one-hit wonder nor suffering from any sophomore slump. The Vegan Table is stunning in every detail: concept, photography, design, and, of course, recipes. She divides these into creative chapters (“Cozy Coupling: Romantic Dinners for Two” or “Honoring Tradition: Feasts for the Holidays”), presents 30 or so recipes in each, then suggests eight “seasonal menus” using that chapter’s offerings." Visit VegNews Magazine.

 

Common Ground Magazine writes: "The Vegan Table, is a celebration of plant-based cuisine, offering recipes and menus for every season, including romantic meals, traditional tea parties, formal dinners, casual gatherings, children's parties and holiday feasts." Visit Common Ground Magazine's website.

 

For Her Information writes: "These delicious vegan recipes work well for daily dining or special life moments. The chapters are divided by the seasons, and tips, facts and entertaining suggestions are scattered throughout. In Formal Dining for Six to Ten, we are treated to an eggplant and caramelized onion “lasagna,” a delicious alternative your mother’s lasagna. In Feasts for the Holidays, the Passover pizza is sure to please the big and little kids during this celebration fraught with food restrictions. The cookbook provides new inspirations and ways to think about combining foods for anyone seeking to make informed food choices." Visit For Her Information's website.

 

Treehugger.com writes: "This beautiful new book (June 2009, Fair Winds Press) by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, author of the award winning The Joy of Vegan Baking, packed with vegan recipes and menu suggestions. A generous portion of the book feautures full-cover illustrations of the recipes." Visit Treehugger.com.

 

Ecoki.com writes: "...The book is packed with tips and advice...all nestled among the delicious recipes and full-colour photographs. Whether you’re cooking for one or entertaining a crowd, it’s a full-fledged guide for those who love simple and sensational recipes...Truly dedicated to making entertaining done with a flourish, her [Patrick-Goudreau's] sophisticated and delicious recipes will appeal to all vegans and non-vegans alike." Read full review at Ecoki.com.

 

VegFamily.com writes: "Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, founder of Compassionate Cooks and author of The Joy of Vegan Baking, loves to entertain and it shows. Her new book, The Vegan Table, contains 200 recipes for just about every occasion." Visit VegFamily.com

The Vegan Cookbook Critic writes: "The recipes in The Vegan Table impressed me because they are accessible regardless of your level of culinary expertise. The instructions are clear and concise." Visit The Vegan Cookbook Critic's Blog.