While I liked the premise and the tone of this cookbook, nothing I cooked really stood out apart from the asparagus and tomato tatin which was quick, simple, and tasty. Otherwise, I tried a few salads that fell flat and roasted a few things that lacked a certain something.

Review Title: The Joy Of a Tiny Kitchen (review of The Tiny Kitchen Cookbook by Annie Mahle)

Reviewer: Janice Garey

***** 5 Stars

I chose to read this book for insight about what one really needs for cooking efficiently in a small space. I hoped it would help in my quest to downsize without getting rid of anything essential. This book is a treasure chest of helps. The photos in the book are delightful, and the book definitely exudes that sense of less is more.

The ideas shared about storage options and making use of the concept of double duty for providing work space will be helpful for my future needs. Those not used to thinking out of the box may be surprised by the options. Lack of pantry space combined with small refrigerators are a big issue when trying to safely store foods in a small kitchen. I don’t have that issue yet but want to be ready for the future and know what is workable.

Currently I buy a lot in bulk and always need places to store the extra. This book helps me to rethink the space available in my house. The ideas in this book expand upon what I would have thought of on my own.

I want to reread the book after rearranging my kitchen to see if I missed anything the first go around. It will be good to keep on hand to do an annual checkup of the space.

Of course the recipes all sound delicious. I have not tried them, but have no reason to think they are less than superb given the author’s background.

When I saw this book available at Netgalley for review, I immediately chose it for its timely content and relevance to my life stage. I received a free ebook in exchange for an honest review which I have given.

Annie Mahle has created a cookbook for everyone with small kitchens who love to cook. She’s been working with tiny kitchens for years and is our guide for what we’ll need and some recipes to make in those kitchens. Mahle gives us storage space ideas and also a guide to what tools we need to make the recipes. Her recipe ideas include one-pan ideas, or one-bowl ideas. And don’t forget the dessert can go in a mug. Alongside the recipes she includes tips on pickling, how to poach an egg, and several other tips. Great for people who like cooking, but don’t always have the big kitchen.

Very beautiful cookbook.
It has great ideas and ideas on how to be organized and some recipes that are well written and easy to follow.
If you are in search of some nice, simple recipes, this book is a great one.

This lovely cookbook is filled with practical hints for cooking in tight spaces, something I appreciate for cooking in my studio. However, the recipes themselves were more complicated that I wanted to tackle. The other problem is they often called for ingredients I can't find when I'm living overseas. So, not the cookbook for me, but one I will recommend to friends who love to cook.

The Tiny Kitchen Cookbook by Annie Mahle is great not only for tiny kitchens, but those who prefer a minimalist style and having only the essential tools needed for making cooking efficient and easy. Lots of full color photos.

A really great book with lots of interesting recipes and also advice in how to make the most with the little space you have in your kitchen.

For anyone who is dealing with a small kitchen or limited space, The Tiny Kitchen Cookbook is a perfect fit. Even if you’re lucky to have room for a variety of appliances and equipment, this book will still give you some hints on how to eliminate the excess and make your kitchen more efficient. It made me re-think how I’ve been using my kitchen and how I can pare down the amount of “stuff” I have.

In addition, there are recipes for every meal of the day as well as hints for hosting a dinner party with limited available space. The recipes are relatively simple although some of the ingredients are not always a staple in most kitchens. Nevertheless, there are definitely some that I’d like to try.

The Tiny Kitchen Cookbook is somewhat unique in that it addresses the issues that can plaque small kitchen users. However, at the same time, even those who have larger kitchens can benefit from it too. I enjoyed paging through this delightful and thoughtfully written book.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a copy of this book for review.

This book wasn't exactly what I had expected.
I hoped especially for recipes without many ingredients or special equipment, but this book was more about lifestyle than food / recipes.
But I enjoyed the inspiration and beautiful pictures.

This is very much a niche publication that's also a giant contradiction. On the one hand, anyone living in a very small space likely has already developed strategies for how to use it. And, lots of us learned how to shop the pantry during the pandemic even if we didn't already. On the other, there are some very interesting recipes but they presume a certain amount of kitchen familiarity. This isn't about scaling down recipes but about creating regular size meals using fewer items. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Cookbook fans who like photos should know there aren't as many as you might want and that this might be better in hard copy than in ebook.

I love the premise of tiny kitchens! The setup and strategies tips on cooking tools, work space, and meal planning were my favorite part of the book. I also liked the suggestions for transforming leftovers. There are several recipes I'm interested in trying, especially the vegetarian options. Beautiful photos.

Really focused on the small kitchen.. The lists of required equipment/supplies are immensely helpful. Nice photographs. A good resource for those downsizing to really evaluate what they need and what is superfluous.

Although I enjoyed this book as i do in fact have a tiny kitchen. I found the lack of pictures a little annoying. Also, it was American measurement which is different to the UK.

In my opinion the book is split in half. The first part i really enjoyed. It had some great tips and ideas.

The second part lacked pictures so I'm not sure if anything will come out right.

But I will add.... the desserts in a mug were a huge hit.

Enjoy!

I liked the recipes, and the book was beautiful. Unfortunately it does not fit with our programming this year, so I won't be able to use it.

An excellent recipe book for several reasons; I have always preferred small kitchens as I tend to be a messy, untidy cook. Why use only one pot when you could use 5? A small kitchen keeps me organised and forces me to tidy as I go. So I found so many of the tips on storage and workflow to be intelligent. Having read this book and the advice, I’ve been ruthless in reorganising my cupboards and pantries. I’ve set up a strict protocol: if a new utensil comes into the kitchen, I remove an item to keep the storage lean and efficient.
The recipes were fresh, tasty and easy to prepare. One or two recipes were standouts and are now on my regular meal plans. Most notably, Garlicky Shrimps (prawns) with Garlic chips. Also, Asparagus and Tomato Gratin… What’s not to love? Asparagus, Tomato’s cheese and panko bread crumb.

The Tiny Kitchen cookbook was full of smart ideas: how to toast bread in a pan and recycle compost. Suggestions for entertaining in a tight space. The tips were endless.
This book would be the perfect gift for someone leaving home to start university. Small kitchens and limited storage options are the way of so many live in accommodation. It would also be an excellent book for someone setting up their kitchen for the first time if their kitchen space was limited.

This is an ARC review available through NetGalley, and my opinions are honest. I love this book.

The explanation of which kitchen tools are essential and how to repurpose leftovers is helpful. The pictures are great and the recipes look tasty. I really like the concept of the book--it is perfect for people living in small apartments.

I both enjoyed and appreciated all the valuable tips and tricks such as hang things underneath the cabinets, nest all pots and pans, or better yet, get them with removable handles, store certain items, such as sheet pans, vertically, the list goes on. The biggest takeaway is to get kitchen appliances to have multiple usages out of them. For anyone with a truly small kitchen such as a galley kitchen, this would be very helpful.

I also appreciate the included recipes but, to be honest, I don’t personally foresee myself making these recipes but it is nice to have them included.

I thank NetGalley for an ARC, as well as the author, Annie Mahle. My library is now ordering it.

As someone who will soon be cooking in a very small kitchen, myself, I was curious to see what insight Mahle had to offer. I won't be able to enact all of her suggestions, but seeing kitchens through her eyes has allowed me to view the spaces in mine with new perspective.

I didn't get the chance to try any of her recipes, but they all sounded delicious: lots of vegetables, interesting takes on familiar dishes, and ways to make new cuisines more familiar. I especially appreciated her tips on how else to use an atypical ingredient---I hate when I try a new recipe and then have an extra ingredient I have no idea how to use again.

Overall, her approach to both kitchen and recipes was very down-to-earth and accessible. I suspect some of the recipes are above my skill level...but I also think her instructions would bring them within my reach. This is a cookbook I would love to own.

I am on the fence about this one. The first section about kitchen necessities and space saving tips was amazing. It was chock full of tricks for maximizing your tiny kitchen, including ways to utilize every inch of vertical space. It was great. Then you get into the rest of the book which promises to be more of the same, teaching you how to maximize your tiny kitchen’s potential. But then it gives these recipes with things like “use a Tbs of pomegranate molasses”. And then store the rest in your tiny pantry? The recipes just don’t add up with the rest of the message of the book, and it is disappointing. It is also not very economical, which is kind of weird because there is a good chance you don’t have a tiny kitchen because you like the aesthetic…

I received an ARC, but my opinions are all mine.
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Gorgeous photography, and super practical advice for anyone who loves to cook, but is limited by space…….
First half talks about about everything from how to arrange a teeny kitchen to making the most of your space, how to shop (without waste), useful storage ideas and also ideas on how to use up surplus ingredients and leftovers. I really loved this anti-waste attitude.
Second part is mostly simple, but always flavorful recipes, focusing on fresh ingredients, limited pot and tool usage, and simple prep. I’ve seen some reviews saying that “there is no way I would cook something that fancy in my boat/camper/rv kitchen”…. but I almost feel like that’s missing the point. This is a book for those who want to REALLY cook, as the title says, AMAZING food, and don’t want to abandon their passion for cooking when faced with a small space.
Loved it.