In Winter’s Kitchen – Beth Dooley | Growing Roots and Breaking Bread in the Northern Heartland

A warm and beautifully written memoir-cookbook by food writer Beth Dooley, In Winter’s Kitchen celebrates local farming, home cooking, and the resilience of regional food systems. From squash and wild rice to honey, maple syrup, and bread baked through Midwestern winters, Dooley reconnects readers to the sources of their food — the growers, harvesters, and home cooks who keep communities nourished through the seasons.

Highlights:

• Part memoir, part regional food history, part seasonal celebration.
• Features recipes and reflections centered on sustainable, local ingredients.
• Published by Milkweed Editions (2015) — a Minnesota-based literary press known for nature and environmental titles.
• Perfect for slow-food advocates, herbalists, gardeners, and anyone seeking comfort and meaning in mindful, regional cooking.

Condition:

Gently used paperback in very good condition. Clean pages, tight binding, light shelf wear on cover (see photos).

Why You’ll Love It:

A heart-centered reflection on how local food can nourish both body and community — ideal for cozy winter reading or inspiration in your own kitchen.