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Get your aprons ready and sharpen those cooking skills, because October is National Cookbook Month! This month-long celebration was created to honor the art of cooking and the importance of cookbooks in our culinary journeys. Did you know that the first known cookbook was written by a Roman gourmet named Apicius in the 4th century? Since then, cookbooks have evolved and become an essential tool for both professional chefs and home cooks alike. So let's celebrate this month by trying new recipes, sharing family favorites, and appreciating the delicious world of cookbooks!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>4th Century</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Known Cookbook</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known cookbook, "Apicius," was written by a Roman gourmet named Marcus Gavius Apicius.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Modern Cookbooks</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cookbooks in the 1800s began to resemble the recipe books we know today, including measures and detailed instructions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1931</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Joy of Cooking" Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>"Joy of Cooking," one of the most famous cookbooks, was published by Irma Rombauer, becoming a staple in many kitchens.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1961</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Celebrity Chef Cookbook</div><div class='timeline-text'>Julia Child releases "Mastering the Art of French Cooking", introducing French cuisine to the American public and becoming the first celebrity chef.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Digitalization of Cookbooks</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1990s, cookbooks started to be digitized, becoming more accessible to the public through e-books and cooking blogs.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a cookbook swap</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and have everyone bring their favorite cookbooks to swap. This is a great way to discover new recipes and cookbooks while celebrating National Cookbook Month.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try out a new recipe every week</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to try out a new recipe from a different cookbook every week during National Cookbook Month. This is a great way to expand your cooking skills and repertoire.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a cooking class or workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for cooking classes or workshops in your area that focus on different types of cuisine or specific cookbooks. This is a fun and interactive way to celebrate National Cookbook Month while learning new cooking techniques.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create your own cookbook</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all your favorite recipes and create your own personalized cookbook. This is a great way to document your family's favorite dishes and celebrate National Cookbook Month in a meaningful way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick a cookbook or type of cuisine and plan a themed dinner party around it. Encourage your guests to bring dishes from the chosen cookbook or cuisine to share. This is a fun and delicious way to celebrate National Cookbook Month.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Unleash your inner chef</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>October is the perfect time to dust off those old cookbooks and get creative in the kitchen. National Cookbook Month celebrates the joy of cooking and encourages people to try new recipes and techniques. Who knows, you may discover a hidden talent for cooking!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Expand your culinary horizons</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cookbooks offer a wide range of recipes from different cuisines and cultures. By celebrating National Cookbook Month, we have the opportunity to explore new flavors and expand our palette. Who knows, you might even find some new favorite dishes!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Bring friends and family together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gathering around a meal is a wonderful way to bond with loved ones. National Cookbook Month allows us to organize potlucks or themed dinner nights where everyone can contribute their favorite recipe from their cookbook collection. It's not just about the food, but also the memories made while cooking and sharing meals together.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The First Printed Cookbook was Released in 1474</h3><p class='facts-content'>"De Honesta Voluptate et Valetudine" (On Honorable Pleasure and Health) by Bartolomeo Platina was the first printed cookbook, released in 1474. It spoke about the art of cooking during the Renaissance.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Largest Collection of Cookbooks Totals to Around 87,000</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2021, according to Guinness World Records, the largest collection of cookbooks belongs to Norene Gilletz from Canada, with a total of about 87,000 from all over the world stretching back centuries till today.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Best Selling Cookbook of All Time</h3><p class='facts-content'>Betty Crocker's "Picture Cook Book," published in 1950, has sold more copies than any other. Reportedly, it has sold more than 17 million copies worldwide.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Oldest Recipe Recorded is a Sumerian Beer Recipe</h3><p class='facts-content'>The oldest recorded recipe is a Sumerian beer-making recipe dated back to 1800 BC, found in a hymn to the beer goddess Ninkasi.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Most Expensive Cookbook Ever Sold</h3><p class='facts-content'>The most expensive cookbook ever sold was a 16th-century document called “Opera,” written by Bartolomeo Scappi. The book was auctioned off in 2012 for $38,000.</p></div></div>
National Cookbook Month is celebrated on October 1 every year. In 2024, National Cookbook Month falls on a Tuesday.
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