Episode 273: Being a Cookbook Writer: Writing Eleven Cookbooks with Tessa Kiros

Welcome to the latest episode of the podcast. I’m excited to be here today with an interview with food writer Tessa Kiros. Born in London to a Greek-Cypriot father and Finnish mother, international best-selling author Tessa Kiros developed an interest in the food of different cuisines and travel from an early age. She grew up in South Africa and left home at 18 to travel and cook, working in restaurants in London, Sydney, Athens, and Mexico. Today on the podcast, we talk about Tessa’s 11th book, Now and Then Tessa’s reflection on a lifetime of cooking and eating. With characteristic generosity of spirit, Tessa invites us into her kitchen to share what she's cooking now: an exciting blend of new discoveries and enduring favorites that connect the threads of her life. Part memoir, part travel guide, part food odyssey, this collection of more than 150 new recipes is accompanied by Tessa's reflections and favorite food memories. Longtime fans will rejoice in her best work, and aspiring cooks will discover how and why she has redefined the modern cookbook.

Things We Mention In This Episode:

Learn How to Get Paid to Write a Cookbook

Connect with Tessa Kairos on Instagram

Now and Then By Tessa Kiros

Home Cooking a Writer in the Kitchen by Laurie Colwin