COMING SOON IN JANUARY 2025
What is a Seasonal Cookbook Club?
Here’s how it works:
Every month, I’ll feature a new cookbook that aligns with my passion for food as medicine, seasonal health, and slow living.
I’ll highlight a few recipes that showcase seasonal ingredients and share why they’re good for your health.
You’ll get access to special Kitchen Conversations audio segments, where I’ll cook one recipe while sharing tips, health insights, and stories from my kitchen, garden, and more. Think of it as having a cozy chat while we cook together!
As the club grows, I hope to include author interviews, interactive experiences, and more. (This is me—dipping my toes into the world of podcasts and live cook-alongs, etc. Baby steps!)
The cookbooks will range from new releases to beloved classics in my collection. Plus, there will be opportunities for reader’s choice, where you’ll vote on what we cook together next.
Get all the details in my full announcement by clicking the button below!
How to Participate
It’s simple! Subscribe to my newsletter and keep an eye on the In the Kitchen segment (Week 3 of each month). I’ll share everything you need to get started, including featured recipes, tips, and a link to the Kitchen Conversations audio segment.
Here’s how you can prepare:
Grab a copy of designated cookbook for the month.
Check your favorite bookstore, online, or your local library.
Set aside time to cook along with me.
Listen to the audio segment at your convenience and enjoy a relaxed, guided experience in your own kitchen.
Share your creations.
Leave comments on the Cookbook Club posts here on Substack or tag me (@drmseguin) on Instagram with your photos and reflections. I’d love to see what you’re cooking!
Ground Rules
Based in Upper Michigan, I draw inspiration from the rhythms of the northern hemisphere, with a focus on seasonal, nourishing recipes. This is a space for creativity, exploration, and connection through the art of cooking and the changing seasons. Here are a few guiding principles for our community:
Embrace Nourishment:
We celebrate a whole food-based approach to cooking, with an emphasis on seasonality, dietary diversity, and vibrant colors on your plate. While many recipes will be plant-forward, some will include animal proteins. I believe in the role of responsibly sourced animal products, both for nourishment and as a way to support regenerative practices that enrich soil health.Support Local Food Systems:
Explore ways to connect with your local food producers—visit your farmers market, join a CSA, or grow something yourself. There’s joy in knowing where your food comes from!Respect is Key:
Food is deeply personal. This is a space for open and respectful dialogue. Disparaging comments or behavior will not be tolerated, and contributors engaging in such will be removed.Play in the Kitchen and Garden:
This is your invitation to let go of perfectionism and lean into creativity. The kitchen and garden are our playgrounds—let’s explore, experiment, and have fun together.Build Connection:
Food is a conduit for connection, and all are welcome at this table. Together, we’ll explore the world through diverse cuisines and palates. Let’s approach this space with curiosity, open minds, and a willingness to try something new. Community starts with sharing meals, stories, and experiences.
Let’s make this a space where food brings us joy, nourishment, and connection. I’m so excited to share this journey with you!
Do you know someone who would love to be part of the Savor the Seasons Cookbook Club? Share this post with them and invite them to join us! The more voices, stories, and ideas at the table, the richer this experience will be.
Cookbook Club Directory
This section will serve as your guide to all of our monthly posts. Each month, we’ll dive into a new cookbook, exploring its recipes, stories, and seasonal connections. Below, you’ll find links to each monthly feature as they are published.
December 2024: Getting Started with the Cookbook Club
An introduction to the Savor the Seasons Cookbook Club, including what it is, how to participate, ground rules, etc.January 2025: True Food by Dr. Andrew Weil MD
Get the guide for the month with featured recipes in the PDF below!
(Check back for updates as we add new cookbooks each month!)