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March 27, 2006
How important is a Cookbook's Cover?
I am crazy about Cookbooks, but a beautifully designed and aesthetically presented cover goes a long way in spiking my interest in the contents of the book. I know it is a bit shallow, because an uninteresting cover doesn't mean that the book doesn't have fabulous recipes ... but that's just how it is with me. On the upside, 99% of the cookbooks out there nowadays have gorgeous covers, so invariably I get interested in almost all of them. I believe that presentation is a very vital part of cooking and serving food. A chef or food writer who believes the same thing will be very particular about how he presents his recipes to the world in print as well.
Photos in a cookbook are like stars in the sky. The sky looks majestic even when it is clear, but if there are a few stars twinkling in it, it looks absolutely stunning. The same goes for a cookbook. Although I am partial to cookbooks that have delicious pictures of recipes [The photos are visual treats that help me decide whether I can try to attempt making the recipe or just wistfully admire it from the pages of the book, while my mouth waters.], I have come across some great books which are devoid of pictures; yet a treasure trove of beautiful recipes and helpful hints.
My new motto now is 'Don't judge a book by it's cover'!! And I intend to abide by it.
Posted by Gel at March 27, 2006 5:25 PM
