Mediterranean Every Day makes healthful cooking affordable and accessible for weeknight meals. I love that the author shies away from calling this book a blueprint for a “diet;” it seems the book is meant to encourage a long-term trend of eating high protein meals with healthy fats, whole grains and lots of vegetables. I also noticed quite a few recipes relying on chickpea flour instead of traditional flour – great news for my gluten-sensitive family.

I’ve made three dishes from the book and enjoyed each. I made a smoked salmon Greek salad for lunch. I happened to have all of the ingredients on hand, and I thought that was an interesting take on an old favorite. I made the chocolate olive oil cake for dessert, which was yummy even though I overcooked it a bit (my fault, not the book). It was a very forgiving recipe! My favorite dish so far has been the Garlic Parmesan Soup with Greens and Beans. Again, I happened to have all of those ingredients on hand. This will be a repeat meal for my family for sure.

I plan to try many more recipes from this cookbook! I love the Mediterranean way of eating, but its often prohibitively expensive. Sheela Prakash’s recipes are tasty and easy to make with foods you likely have on hand.

This cookbook has a good array of recipes and beautiful photos. I liked that there were some recipes with variations depending on the seasons, and I also liked that many were twists on classics.

A beautiful book with vivid photos. A short and powerful explanation of the Mediterranean diet. Spices, sauces, pasta, desserts, and even cocktails and drinks. I love how each photo is displayed on the page with the recipe, and the photos are amazing. Scrumptious recipes. It even offers recipes with 3 ingredients or less. Organized well. Even recipes that were organized by season. The author has an explanation or short personal story before many recipes that made things fun and interesting. A cookbook to turn to again and again. Definitely a keeper.

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This beautiful and easy to follow recipe book is for everyone!! The recipes use seasonal ingredients and is health conscience !! 
There is a beautiful blend of different flavors to make daily/easy,and larger gathering meals. 
Mediterranean Every Day offers options for ,three ingredient or less ,snacks and cocktails, 
Soups and salads ,main  daily entrees,, pasta (oh wow!!!), gathering special entrees and desserts!! 
The recipes are easy to follow and help you to build a pantry just right for your Mediterranean cuisine. 
Enjoy the 75 delicious opportunities to evoke a bit of the Mediterranean into your life. 
Learn, eat and enjoy!!!

Thank you for the opportunity to review this ARC from NetGalley ,Quarto Publishing Group – Harvard Common Press, and  Author Sheela Prakash

Accompanied by gorgeous colorful photos, the recipes in Mediterranean Every Day are approachable and delicious. The book is divided into meal type and include sections on snacks and cocktails and meals for a gathering, in addition to standard soups, salads, pastas, and entrees. All of the ingredients needed are are available in a well stocked grocery store and most recipes are healthy and fresh. I’m most excited by the caramelized mushroom pasta with crispy prosciutto and the risottos for each season using fresh seasonal ingredients. 

Advanced copy provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Know what’s really soothing at the end of a long day? Reading a cookbook. I would recommend waiting until after you’ve eaten, though, or it might make you leave your wanting to rummage around the fridge at bedtime.

I read through this one after a particularly long, draining day, and it was delightful. I am always looking for easy ways to incorporate my heritage into my food, because it’s delicious, and bonus, it’s healthy. Many people have jumped on the Mediterranean diet train for good reason. The women in my family don’t live to be in their 100s just because.

Lebanese people will feed you until you’re stuffed and then insist you have some dessert. It’s what we do. Prakash has combined and adapted some wonderful Mediterranean recipes from across several countries and made them accessible for easier meal prep. I can’t wait to try out some of these in my weekly meal prep routine.

It’s organized like most cookbooks and has several sections depending on what you’re in the mood for. I loved the starter chapter with dressings, dips and the like. I have tried to cut out as much sodium as possible and rarely cook with it, so I appreciate being able to make simple dressings and dips that allow me to control the sodium content. There’s plenty of options for omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. I love that Mediterranean food is so accessible to so many types of eaters.

This one is out on September 1st, so if you want some tasty recipes that you can actually prepare in a timely manner without spending a fortune, check this one out.

I have a lot of Mediterranean cookbooks on my shelves. A lot. And yet I cannot resist buying more. The first thing I  look for is combinations of ingredients I wouldn't normally put together. I've lived in Spain, I've enjoyed the wonderful fresh food from the markets, I'm looking for inspiration to cook my favourite type of food ever - a Mediterranean diet, in a new and tasty way. 

Sheela Prakash is a food and wine writer as well as recipe developer. She received a master's degree from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy, and she is inspired by the Italian nonne - 'Graziella'. When Sheela met Graziella she discovered what TRUE Mediterranean food was. Consequently this book has an Italian slant to its' taste of the Med. She then returned to The States, hence some 'American' words for vegetables and herbs. 

Are there new recipes for me? We're in the middle of a heatwave at the moment, so the first thing that jumped out at me was 'Cucumber Tahini Gazpacho with crispy Chickpeas'. A definite one to try, and not something I've ever seen before, I'm always on the look out for a new risotto combination, and 'Lemony Asparagus' ticks the boxes for me. I've learnt to make sourdough in lockdown, so 'Tomato Bread with Burrata and Salse Verde' will be the next thing I make. I've got a massive packet of Orzo and no inspiration, but now I have 'Orzo Skillet with Shrimp and Feta' to try. I've not tried baking spinach before, or combining it with Artichoke. There are some interesting meat recipes, 'Skillet Lemon Chicken with Blistered Olives' for one. Plus some desserts and entertaining ideas. 

The things that work for me in this book, are its' simplicity, fantastic photography for nearly ever recipe (an absolute must for me), and ingredients that you are likely to have in your cupboards and fridge. A Mediterranean diet is rich in fibre which digests slowly, and prevents huge swings in blood sugar. 

I might have a lot of Mediterranean  books on my shelves, but I need this one too.

Mediterranean Every Day was a cookbook with plenty of beautiful photos and it had sections which made it easy to find whatever recipe you're looking for. One of the recipes I'd love to try is the balsamic brown butter tortellini.

This pic is filled with gorgeous pictures of the food. I am a person who likes pictures of the whole cooking process but they are hard to find. My second favorite is when they at least have a picture for each recipe which this book does beautifully. I loved the information offered at the beginning of the stapes and basic pantry for mediterranean cooking and it even tells you how to store it!  I am not familiar with some of the dishes that the book contains but they seem pretty straight forward on how to make them and do not seem to be to difficult. Great sections as well.

Thank you so much for my copy of this. This is such a gorgeous recipe book and one of those rare instances were I want to eat pretty much everything in it too! Definitely recommend it for anyone who loves cooking and feeding their loved ones.

Mediterranean Every Day by Sheela Prakash is a cookbook full of delicious and wonderful recipes. They are easy to follow and the book has lots of helpful hints too. The pictures compliment the recipes very well.

I loved the look of this cookbook - the photos were gorgeous. A lot of the recipes weren't things I would make unfortunately: I don't eat much meat and while there were a number of vegetarian recipes, none really jumped out as being something I HAD to make. The one recipe I can't wait to try is the pesto roasted chicken, which sounds like it should be delicious.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book has a variety of Mediterranean recipes from drinks to desserts.

There's a lot of recipes that focus on chicken but there's also things like soups and salads. There's pictures of most of the recipes which is nice! The organization of the recipes are a bit confusing, but overall it's a good variety.

This book was a wonderful exploration into the Mediterranean Diet. I really appreciate Prakash's philosophy on diet and food, and I found it really refreshing coming from a nutritionist! Her descriptions of spending time in Italy and working on a farm were beautiful as well. 

And the recipes...... yall. I made the balsamic brown butter tortellini and it is perfection. There were many, many other recipes that I would love to make too. The recipes are easy to follow, there are plenty that would be perfect to make on a weeknight (for me, that means it takes less than an hour from start to finish), and the ingredients are easy to find! For the less-accessible ingredients there are plenty of substitution options! And the photos in the book are truly beautiful. I received a digital advanced copy, so the layout and design typically aren't 100% correct, but from what I could tell its one of the most attractive cookbooks I've seen! 

I will definitely be getting a copy of this book for myself, my sister, my mom, my neighbor--it is THAT good. I'm so excited to try more of the recipes!!! I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a lovely cookbook with tasty sounding recipes and lots of gorgeous photos. The author is a nutritionist who spent time in Italy and elsewhere in the Mediterranean, and the focus is on simple but delicious, healthy foods. Chapters feature staples, three ingredient or less snacks and cocktails, salads and soups, bean and grain dishes, pastas, "gathering dishes" and desserts.

Sample recipes melon and prosciutto caprese, black lentil fritters with lemon-herb yogurt, fresh corn and tomato risotto, quick sausage ragu over polenta, rose soaked peaches, London fog affogato (hot earl gray tea steeped with lavender, poured over vanilla ice cream).

Most of the recipes are naturally gluten free or fairly easy to adapt for those who don't eat gluten, with a few exceptions. Dairy is used fairly heavily. Animal products are used pretty heavily, though some recipes are vegetarian.

Photos are provided for most of the recipes. I was disappointed to see that even though the book was written by a nutritionist, no nutritional information is provided. Considering how many people seek out Mediterranean recipes because of their health benefits and how many people have to monitor their sodium, fat, protein, carbs/sugars, fiber, etc. this seems like a frustrating omission. That said, the recipes seem generally healthy and whole-foods based, and most can be prepared fairly quickly and easily.

I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.

This book will make you want to take a trip to the Mediterranean immediately! The beautiful photography that accompanies the recipes will make them ASAP! Perfect for a gift!

5- Delicious Stars!

This is a really great cookbook.
It was easy to read and the recipes are made up of ingredients most people have in their pantries.

I've tried some of the recipes and they were easy to follow and make, and absolutely delicious.

I'll definitely be using this cookbook, and I highly recommend it.

Note: I already reviewed the North American version of this book so I will be linking to that review here..


When life for the entire universe and planet turns on its end and like everyone else you "have nothing to do" while your place of work is closed and you are continuing to be in #COVID19 #socialisolation, superspeed readers like me can read 250+ pages/hour, so yes, I have read the book … and many more today. And it is way too hot to go outside, so why not sit in from of the blasting a/c and read and review books?? BTW - stay home and save lives!!!!!!!! No tan is worth dying for.

I requested and received a temporary digital Advance Reader Copy of this book from #NetGalley, the publisher and the author in exchange for an honest review.

From the publisher, as I do not repeat the contents or story of books in reviews, I let them do it as they do it better than I do 😸.

Cook your way through 75+ Mediterranean recipes that make the most of what’s in season—including easy crowd-pleasers like Herby Ricotta; weeknight meals like One-Pan Sausage, Pepper, and Onion Bake; and desserts like Roasted Figs with Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt.

Mediterranean Every Day embraces a style of cooking that celebrates flavour with a relaxed, flexible attitude. It’s simple enough for a mid-week meal, but never out of place for a weekend gathering with friends. Beyond the recipes, this is a book that teaches how to build a wholesome, well-stocked pantry. Start off with an introduction to the Mediterranean style of cooking and then choose your own adventure:

Three-Ingredient (or Less) Snacks and Cocktails: Whether it’s a pre-dinner snack you crave or a simple cocktail to shake up for friends, you’ll find easy and fun ideas like Smoky White Bean Hummus, Za’atar Pistachios, and Honeyed Prosecco.

Salads and Soups: Enjoy creative salads like The Easiest Arugula Salad, Smoked Salmon Greek Salad, Peak-Summer Panzanella, and a must-try Niçoise. Hearty soups include Lemon Parmesan Soup with Beans and Greens and Roasted Greek Tomato Soup.

Beans, Grains, and Bready Things: This non-traditional chapter features a variety of main dish–worthy recipes that can also be served as sides. Celebrate the seasons with a Spicy Broccoli Rabe and Chickpea Skillet, Lentil Fritters with Herbed Yogurt Dip, a Cheesy Brussels Sprout and Farro Bake, and risotto ideas for winter, spring, summer, and fall.

Colourful Pasta: Who doesn’t love a diet that lets you eat pasta? Enjoy feel-good plates of pasta that are heavy on vegetables. Recipes include Brown Butter Tortellini with Spinach and Hazelnuts, Melted Broccoli Pasta with Capers and Anchovies, Pasta with Burst Cherry Tomatoes and Swordfish, Israeli Couscous Salad with Herbs, Green Olives and Pistachios, and a No-Cook Summer Tomato Pasta.

Gathering Dishes: The chapter’s name says it all! Whether it’s Tuesday or Saturday, and whether you’re cooking for just your family or a handful of friends, gather around Salmon in Crazy Water, Thyme Pesto Roast Chicken with Crispy Potatoes, Roasted Cod Saltimbocca, and Baked Chicken Milanese with Lemony Escarole.

Desserts: Seasonal and fresh is at the heart of this chapter. Recipes include Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta, Apricot Almond Clafoutis, Rosé-Soaked Peaches, and Chocolate Olive Oil Cake.

This is just a lovely book - so many healthy recipes that will appeal even to the non-healthy-eaters out there like my husband. What is amazing about these recipes is that you cook with ingredients instead of pre-prepared foods (well, pasta is pre-prepared but you don't add the nuclear orange powder and call it dinner - of course, if you want to make your own pasta, go ahead!)

The photos make the dish doubly enticing - I cannot wait to make the thyme Pesto Roast Chicken with Crispy Potatoes for my parents next weekend.

I do wish that the book had come out earlier in the year so one can enjoy all the local produce but I guess that supermarket vs. farm stand will have to do which is very disappointing. But then again, the publishing world was set on its .... ear? ... with the COVID19 pandemic.

As always, I try to find a reason to not rate with stars as I love emojis (outside of their incessant use by "🙏-ed Social Influencer Millennials/#BachelorNation survivors/Tik-Tok and YouTube Millionaires/etc. " on Instagram and Twitter... Get a real job, people!) so let's give it 🍄🍄🍄🍄🍄

Delicious food. Gorgeous pictures. Helpful tips. What's not to love?
The author makes amazing food seem very approachable, and I want to cook/eat everything in here. Nothing fussy - just solid recipes that are a cohesive collection but still display variety.

This book is gorgeous and the photos are beautiful! Most of the recipes have photos so it's a plus. The book is clear, organized and easy to follow. The recipes look fancy and I wouldn't make them in a everyday basis, they look like recipes for gathering. I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review