Kevin Lee Jacobs

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Cookbook News!

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | 143 Comments

Last updated on November 8th, 2017

Happy tears are the best tears, and I cried an ocean of ’em when printed proofs of my cookbook arrived on Friday. It’s been a long journey, folks! The book will be available the week of November 6, so I’ll post ordering information at that time. (Update! Click here to purchase the book right now!) Here’s what’s in this labor of love:

The book contains six chapters: 1)Breakfast and Brunch; 2) Small Savories and Sweets for Afternoon Tea or Anytime Snacks; 3)Make-Ahead Cocktail Party Appetizers; 4)First Course Soups; 5) Main Courses for Simple Suppers and Divine Dinners, and 6) Delectable Desserts.

I hope you’re hungry!

xKevin

Comments

  1. 1

    Deborah says

    So happy for you and I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy! I know it will used a lot and not spend much time sitting in the space I have reserved for it on my kitchen cookbook shelf. As we all know the best cookbooks have lots of splatters and I plan to make sure this one has many of them. Love your recipes!!

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    Kate says

    I’ll be buying your book even though I know I won’t be able to use a lot of the recipes for dietary reasons but a) I love your site and your humour and b) pretty sure I’ll love the recipes whether I can make them or not :-). Thank you for having probably my favourite blog on the internet – and I read a lot! Not sure when I can get it in the UK will it be the same release date or not?

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    Marjie T. says

    Kudos – that a lovely cover!! Can you give me a hint about what % of the recipes would be okay for vegetarian (not vegan) families?

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    Louise Brouillette says

    I’m so excited for you, Kevin. Congrats on the product of all your hard work!

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    Joan says

    My birthday is Nov 6th, so this will be a great gift from me to me! Cannot wait to get the book and try out the recipes.

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    Maraya says

    The excitement!!
    I went to Amazon to see if it was listed there, and found another (low fat) cookbook called Kevin’s Kitchen. Different Kevin. Hope this isn’t a problem!

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    Willa Nemetz says

    Kevin, I can’t wait to get my hands on your book! I know I’m going to be cooking and baking up a storm with your wonderful recipes!

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    Karen Bakken says

    Hi Kevin so glad to hear about your cookbook can’t wait. Also my birthday Nov 6th great birthday present. Karen

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    Marilyn says

    How wonderful! It’s much larger than I imagined which is good! I remember all of the great photo shoots you did over the last couple of years.
    A hard earned dream come true.

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    Helga G says

    Congratulations Kevin. I have been waiting for this book since you stared talking about it. Once I get it, it will be well used. Love your recipes.

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    Susan Iseman says

    So happy for you Kevin! I can’t wait to buy one & hope it will be the first of many wonderful cookbooks.

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    Maureen Shaughnessy says

    What a treat! Looking forward to it. Your choice of recipes are a cut above the norm and we all benefit from that. And the sprinkling of humor and glimpses of your home remind me of my cousins in Delaware County! From one of the many angels on your site…… Mo in Florida

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    Karen says

    Very exciting!! I will be ordering your book for sure!
    I have tried many of your recipes with great success and can’t wait to see new recipes in your book.
    Luv you,
    Karen

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    Ellen says

    Yay! I’m so happy for you and me. I have a binder full of your recipes I printed, now I can replace those with the real deal.
    I love the color of the cover and photo.
    Will you be selling any signed copies?
    I love your blog, and have followed you for a long time.
    Congratulations!

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    Eliza J says

    Congratulations Kevin! That looks AWESOME!!! Can’t wait to get one and give several for Christmas.

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    Beverly, zone 6, eastern PA says

    HALLELUJAH !!!!
    The magic day has arrived.
    You should be so proud of yourself for this magnificent accomplishment.

    xoxoxoxox

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    Mary in Iowa says

    I’m so happy for you that I just started crying too!!! You’re the best! I’ll be wanting several, for myself and for gifts. I’m going to open a bottle of wine and lift a glass to you. Well, maybe I’ll wait until a respectable hour.

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    Dorothy Loose says

    I like all your recipes and have tried a few and have been pleased with them. Love that you show all directions in the recipe as it is so easy to misunderstand what someone is implying when giving a recipe. Looking forward to the book.
    Love ya

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    Maryann Massar says

    Kevin, I cannot wait to get a copy of your book! I don’t buy cookbooks anymore but for your recipes I will make an exception since I’ve tried so many of your recipes for my family which everyone loves!!

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    Pat d says

    Congratulations on your cookbook. Love receiving your emails and can’t wait to see the cookbook.

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    gloria miller says

    Whoopee! We have all been eagerly awaiting this fabulous achievement
    Congratulations on the near to publication!!!

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    Gabi says

    Congratulations to you dear Kevin,your hard work is starting to pay off.
    Keep your wonderful and natural humor and I can’t wait to have your book even I’m originally from Europe and my training in cooking and baking was in a very high level.
    I love your site and your gardening spirit
    Warm regards
    Gabi

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    Samantha says

    Awesome! Congratulations! This has been a true labor of love for you, and I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!

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    Rayna says

    Hip hip hooray and congratulations to you Kevin and the rest of us who have been waiting for this book. I am so happy for all of us!!

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    Carolyn M Snyder says

    Am eagerly awaiting the news on the distribution. Hope that there are vegetarian recipes or those adaptable.

    I love your site.

    I add my congratulations to all the others.

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    Sandy Martinez says

    Congratulations Kevin!!
    Can I get a signed copy, please?
    Ok…I can’t wait to see your next project! You’re so awesome!
    Good luck and God bless you, Kevin.
    Love. Sandy

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    Joanne in Zone 6b says

    Congratulations! Enjoy every moment of seeing your work in print! Looking forward to ordering, receiving, and gifting my copies. Love Sandy’s suggestion (#36). Please consider offering signed copies…

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    Rosalyn says

    What a happy moment for you, seeing the final book! It’s gorgeous and I’ll be buying one for my own pleasure and also in honor of your beautiful site. Congratulations.

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    Caro in Canada says

    Wow, congratulations Kevin! It looks beautiful. In addition to getting one for myself as a birthday gift, I have a few friends who will enjoy this for Christmas. It must be quite the feeling for you to finally get it on amazon after your years of hard work. <3

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    Anne in Vermont, Zone 4/5 says

    Congratulations Kevin. This takes care of some of my Christmas gift-giving. Thank you for making this an easy year!
    Anne

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    Martha Robinson says

    Bravo! You’ve put so much love and time and energy into this. I’m so happy for you, and can’t wait to get one. Can we pre-order anywhere, or should I wait?

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    Linda DiCioccio says

    Every parent cries happy tears after giving birth! Congratulations on the release of your new cookbook Kevin. I have been on pins and needles waiting for you to announce the day we can all order your labor of love. Just in time for Christmas! I’ll be ordering one for everyone I know.

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    Anne says

    What a great accomplishment!! Heartfelt congratulations to you! Yeah! High-fives and hugs from Colorado.

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    Helene Willis says

    Congratulations, Kevin! I know our Uncle Paul would be so thrilled and proud of you, as I know your grandmother, Nova, would be. Your parents must be beyond excited! I love your blog and look forward to reading it every week….have used many recipes, some becoming all-time family favorites. I’m eager to get a copy of your cookbook. I so often go to your recipe site to find something to fit a food need I have for a particular occasion, and I always find just what I’m looking for! The cookbook will be wonderful to have right at my fingertips. Congratulations again!!

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    Roberta Adams says

    Kevin, So happy to be able to purchase your beautiful
    cookbook. I’ve copied and saved your RECIPES and great ideas on Pinterest. Looking forward to buying extras for Christmas gifts too. ( One month till Thanksgiving. )

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    Georgette says

    Very happy for you and me!! I love your great recipes and the humor that enhances the experience. Can’t wait to have a copy. Congratulations Kevin.

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    Joyce E. Bradley says

    Congratulations Kevin!!! I’m so happy for you. I’ve been following you and occasionally commenting for many years now. I look forward to ordering and getting your book!!!

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    Sandra says

    Congrats Kevin. The best things are worth waiting for! The wait is soon over. Very happy for you.

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    Selma says

    Congratulations Kevin!!! The long wait is over and I could not be more excited! I’ve been waiting for at least two years (longer?) for this! So happy for you and all of us who follow your blog!

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    Diana Orrock says

    Been looking forward to getting your book! I’ve tried so many of your delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes over the past few years. I also always enjoy your very witty comments that are included in your recipes. Having the recipes all in one book will be great!

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    Marley Costello says

    I’m redoing the kitchen with an expanded space for cookbooks, and yours will be there! Congratulations!!!

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    Tina says

    Oh, Kevin! I’m so excited for you! …and for me to be able to cook and bake your recipes without having to run back and forth from the computer! (I know, I could print out..). Congratulations, and waiting for directions for ordering.

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    Karen Mary says

    Yay! Big congrats! Our family eats vegetarian, but I’m sure there will be plenty for us to enjoy! Sure have enjoyed recipes from the site in the past. And besides, I’m eager to support you in your endeavors!

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    Kathleen says

    I have been waiting for your cookbook for what seems like a loooong time! This is perfect timing. I plan to give several as Christmas gifts. Hip hip hooray!

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    Lynn says

    Woo hoo – how fantastic. You must be so excited. I’ll definitely get a couple of copies. Hope you can order online.

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    Tracy says

    What an incredible accomplishment, Kevin! So many say they’d like to do it, more wish they could figure out how to do it….but only a very few actually put their heads down and make it happen. And you did. I hope it sells a million copies, but if it sells only a dozen, you’ve still pulled off an amazing feat. Well done, you!

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    Cary Bradley says

    Wahoooo!!!! So eaxited for you! This is crazy wild and so very deserved. You are the most fun, most imaginative, coolest cat and I am privileged to have found You and your fabulous ideas. Thank goodness this book is happening. I need a hard copy of your ideas. Congratulations, my friend. Tickled for you!

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    Phillis says

    Found your site a few years ago looking for how to freeze zucchini — lots of deliciousness since! Congratulations and Well Done!

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    Debbie says

    Congratulations, Kevin! From the comments I’d say you’d better order the second printing right away! It’s going to be a long few weeks before my copy comes in the mail!

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    Nancy Miller says

    I’m so happy for you, Kevin. Years ago I made your Spinach Strata for an Easter breakfast – the first of many delectable treats from your kitchen! I can’t wait for the book. Congratulations!

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    Andrea says

    Woo-hoo! Congratulations on making your dream come true!

    It’s been terrific to follow your progression from concept to reality, Kevin, & all you worked on so hard in between.

    Really looking forward to November 6!

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    Suzin says

    Congrats Kevin! What a super accomplishment and a dream come true for you! I don’t shop online (too dangerous for me) can I send a cheque or money order.
    Thanx

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    Arden | Real-Food-Real-Life.com says

    Well, at the risk of redundancy, I must add my “congrats!” to everyone else’s!! In our recent radical downsizing, I got rid of virtually all my cookbooks, but I will definitely add this one back in. Looking forward to it, and like others who’ve commented here, I have a November birthday so it’ll be the perfect present. So excited for you! (And for us!)

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    Kate says

    Heartfelt congratulations! I know this has been a labor of love for you and I’m very much looking forward to buying a copy and enjoying all your wonderful recipes. Thank you for making this possble!

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    Jerry Miller says

    Wow! Congratulations. I can’t wait until I can get my hands on it. I look forward to reading it and seeing all you great photographs. I’ve tried quite a few of your recipes and have enjoyed them all. Good luck!

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    Anna G says

    Congratulations on the cook book, can’t wait to peruse it.
    Today I made your Puff pastry apple blossoms. Oh Kevin not only were they fun to make and eat they were beautiful.

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    Suzanne K says

    CONGRATULATIONS KEVIN!!! You’ve labored so long on this; I’m glad it’s almost here! Absolutely gorgeous cover (love the colors!)

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    Linda A says

    Why aren’t you smiling after all that work?
    Put a smile on your face, Kevin – you deserve it!!

    Just tell us how to order it. I will! (OMG – I’ve got a ton
    of cookbooks, I’ve noticed, as I’m packing up to move. But, you know,
    these books are precious to me. I’ve enjoyed the many recipes you’ve given us on your web site. It would be great to have them in one format in my hands to sit on my counter as a reminder to use daily.

    Smile, Mr. Kevin!

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    Louise says

    Have a book party! I used to know a fortune cookie place which would use my fortunes for my brother’s book party years ago. It was fun to write them.

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    Carmen Cassivi says

    Just can’t wait to get a copy of your book, as soon as available! It looks absolutely beautiful.

    Congratulations!

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    Teresa Masters says

    Your humor and interests have been enjoyable to this long subscriber. For personal health nutrition, many of the recipes are eye candy. Are there some using primarily vegetables, including Roots I have yet to master?
    I wish you very well.

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    Susan says

    Congratulations, Kevin! I’m looking forward to getting my hands on a copy!! Love your recipes and stories… and Lily the Beagle, too. Any plans to release autographed copies?

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    Susan Golden says

    Kevin, you have had to wait sooooo long for this! Congratulations big time!!! I’ll be in line for your book, you can be certain of that!

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    Nicki Butala says

    Wow – what a great way to close of the year!!! Looking forward to getting my copy. Now that you’re done, I think you should do a book on all of your great gardening tips. Something to think about sitting in front of your great fireplace. Congratulations!!

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    Cheryl says

    How exciting! Congratulations!
    I’ll be grabbing one as soon as it’s out, thanks for all the hard work.

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    Trish Walker says

    I cant tell you how much I enjoy your site.
    I have made so many of your creations and loved every one of them

    Thank you! Thank you! Trish Walker

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    Polly says

    Hi Kevin,
    Congratulations! This book will be sitting proudly right alongside Jamie Oliver!

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    Lu says

    Way to go! Like everyone else, your emails are quickly opened as some of my weekly favourites! I print most of them and try them out… some of my most-raved meals come from your shares. I have so enjoyed your house reno adventures for awesome results… as usual, you’ll do the go-to cookbook arena proud. Maybe you’d have a contest to win one, as I don’t have credit cards to order a much-desired book! Congratulations again. I’m so proud of you.

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    Georgia says

    We cook at a small soup kitchen once a month & last month their freezer had short ribs. I used your braised short ribs recipe. As we were about to wrap up three carpenters came in and said they had been smelling something delicious all morning while working on the roof of an addition to the church. Happily there was enough for all. Anticipating many happy times with food from Kevin’s Kitchen.

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    Phyllis says

    I, too, offer my congratulations….so looking forward to your book. And I agree with #110 and hope you are thinking of writing a gardening book with all your suggestions, knowledge and photos of your gardens. Good things come to good people! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, recipes, videos and your private life.

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    Kristina says

    Will extra copies be used for giveaways/prizes? (hint hint)

    Big congratulations to you…I know it’s been a long haul!

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    Sue Smith says

    Kevin, saw the cover and knew I loved the book already! The color photos look beautiful and am sure you are very proud as a a new parent.Congrats to you and all those who worked with you on this project.Can`t wait to get it.

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    Sherry Pace says

    Yay! I am so excited and happy for you. I’ve had great success with all of your recipes and can’t wait to see the recipes you have for us in the book. The internet is wonderful, and your blog is one that I read religiously, but I still love owning cookbooks – can’t wait until 11/6 to place my order…Peace, love, and hugs from Willow Grove (to Lily the sous chef too!)

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    Elaine Wilmes-Pandolfo says

    What exciting news–kudos, Kevin! I look forward to checking out your cookbook!

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    Elke says

    Congratulations!
    That’s great, Kevin.
    If all those 124 friends buy the cookbook, then you will have a great start.
    Of course I will buy one too.
    Elke

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    Julie R says

    Kevin, I’m so happy that your cookbook is finished and ready for all of us hungry readers to enjoy. Love the cover of it. Congratulations !!! =)

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    shirley welch says

    I am glad the cookbook is ready just in time for the holidays. So happy for you. I currently cook many of your recipes for my family and they love them all.

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    badger gardener says

    Oh my gosh, it’s here! It looks gorgeous and I can’t wait to order. Next week!! Congratulations.

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    Patricia Nadreau says

    I am also looking forward to your cookbook. I will be getting one for myself and I am making a list of friends and family who will get one as a gift for Christmas. Congratulations!

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    Sharon says

    It’s finally here!!! Can’t wait to order copies next week. Have tried a lot of your recipes & loved them.

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    Charlotte says

    Happy for you and happy for me and all your followers. Waiting excitedly for my being able to purchase your book. You are awesome!

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    Teresa Alderette says

    Kevin Kevin Kevin, You are one amazing person, So much talent and
    creativity in you. Your recipes are always right on, and your garden tips
    So helpful to me. Your house is beautiful too.
    So of course I am buying your book, how could you not.
    So congrats to you, and a big hug.
    Hope you celebrated with some champagne.

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    Lovey says

    I’m so excited for you. I just can’t wait to get my paws on a few copies. I’m always bragging ‘on you’ and this will be a perfect holiday gift. You are SUCH a fabulous ‘treat’ for us! Congrats and thank you!

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    Lorraine Eastman says

    Kevin, I’m adding my congratulations(No.137). You are our amazing friend and cooking and gardening teacher. Love you, Lorraine

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    Diane says

    A very hearty congratulations to you Kevin. If it’s anything like this lovely blog of yours, I’m sure the book is gorgeous!

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    Nancy and Wallace says

    You are the BEST, and we will be sporting your new cookbook at our bed-and-breakfast in Chattanooga, TN, St Francis Cottage. Congratulations on a work well done!! We are big fans.

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    Jay says

    I’m so excited for us both! Can’t wait to get my hands on the cookbook, and get started on making your wonderful recipes. Woo hoo! Well done, Kevin!

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    jackie serba says

    I think the best thing about this book is that every picture will be taken by u and not staged to look beautiful .. I love honest and real..Nice work cant wait to get a copy

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    Lisa Schuit says

    I thoroughly enjoy reading your messages. I have tried many of your recipies and their delicious!
    The next one will be the gingerbread house bunt cake. I have several of Nordic bunt pans. They are beautiful and fun to use. Please keep it up. I will be looking for your cook book. I have so many and have vowed not to buy another but I will buy yours.

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