The Kitchen Witch Companion: Simple and Sublime Culinary Magic [Paperback]

Patricia Telesco (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Citadel (March 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 080652670X
• ISBN-13: 978-0806526706
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,306,891 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Patricia Telesco aka Marian Singer is the mother of three, wife, chief human to 5 pets, and a full-time professional author with over 60 books on the market, each of which represents a different area of spiritual interest for her and her readers.
Trish travels minimally twice a month to give lectures and workshops around the country. She (or her writing) has appeared on several television segments including Sightings on muli-cultural divination systems and National Geographic Today ' Solstice Celebrations. Besides this, Trish maintains a strong, visible presence in the metaphysical community including having given over 300 radio interviews from coast to coast, writings on the internet through popular sites like: www.witchvox.com, her yahoo club: www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/folkmagicwithtrishtelesco, and various appearances on internet chats and bbs boards.
Trish considers herself a down-to-earth Kitchen & folk magician whose love of folklore and worldwide customs flavor every word she writes. Her strongest ethical guidelines are honor, respect, and gratitude in all things.

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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Delicious, Diversified and a Welcome Addition to the Kitchen, May 10, 2005

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With all due respect to the previous reviewer I have to wonder why one would buy a cookbook if they did not WANT a cookbook (isn't that being unfair to the author?). Did he even try some of the recipes? As an avid reader I'm aware that Ms. Telesco wrote the original Kitchen Witch's Cookbook 10 years ago and this book celebrates that landmark - it seems very fitting that she would do so since it was her original work that started the recipe trend. As was the first tome, this book is FANTASTIC.

The KWC is a title that you can use everyday at home to whip up meal time magick that's tasty and meaningful! I love it and cannot wait to make more recipes (I also plan to use it for planning special items for festivals and gatherings).

Yes there are some other cookbooks on the market but Telesco is trusted for her culinary expertise and her knowledge of folk traditions. Since we all have to eat anyway, I see no reason not to make it a sacred act filled with foods whose energies support my daily goals. That's exactly what this book offers - a way to feed body, mind, and soul from one very inventive platter.

By far my favorite chapter is Barbeque - you can tell this is a subject near and dear to the author's heart. The sauces and marinades made my mouth water just reading them. The magickal instructions and methods are simple to follow, allowing you to really focus on your intentions and the overall quality of the food. Oh, and vegetarians, take heart - Telesco has tried to include a healthy portion of recipes for your pagan pantry to enjoy as well.

The amazing variety of recipes will please both novice cooks and experienced ones alike. I strongly suggest it as a great gift for birthdays and the holiday season!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful and fun for anyone!!, April 8, 2006

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Zyklir "Zyklir" (Orlando, FL.) - See all my reviews

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I love learning about herbal/natural medicines to incorporate in my day to day life. I forgot that the kitchen is composed of herbs aswell until I read this book. A simple positive spell and herbs stirred in the positive direction can increase your life's pleasures aswell as create a delightful meal. The meals are good. The recipies are fun. Well written. I enjoyed it.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Kitchen Witch Companion, January 30, 2011

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Sherrie Woods "Moongrandma" (Columbus, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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What a great book, full of tips, recipes, great ideas for celebrations. If you like to cook and try new things and your a Witch, this is the perfect book for you.