The Wicca Cookbook: Recipes, Ritual, and Lore [Paperback]

Jamie Wood (Author), Tara Seefeldt (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 27, 2000

Break out your cauldron and stir up a little witches' brew with Jamie Wood and Tara Seefeldt's unique culinary look at early pagan rituals and holiday feasts. Reaching back into the 13th and 14th centuries, THE WICCA COOKBOOK offers spellbinding ways to celebrate the divinity within nature and each of us. Without requiring any formal commitment to Wicca and its beliefs, this one-of-a-kind collection emphasizes simple recipes using ingredients at their seasonal peak, from Rose Petal Jam and Dandelion Wine to Medieval Honey Cakes and, of course, Witches' Brew. Whether youvre a practicing Wiccan or an adventurous cook, THE WICCA COOKBOOK is a charming and historically accurate tome to be treasured. Organized according to eight naturebased festivals called sabbats, it offers a variety of main dishes, side dishes, desserts, and drinks.  

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

A witches' cookbook need not be simply a hodgepodge of recipes calling for "eye of newt." Wood has compiled The Wicca Cookbook to inform followers of the relationship of ancient paganism to eating. Those merely curious about this nature-based religion will also find good information here. Spell-casting and creation of sacred spaces precede a discussion of medieval cookery, source of many of these updated recipes. Nature forming the core of this religion, the authors organize recipes through seasons from Candlemas into the dark days of winter solstice. This nonorthodox book may offend some readers; others will enjoy its unique viewpoint. Mark Knoblauch
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Review

“Offers tasty mood food. . . .a fascinating read..” —Toronto Star Week “Delightful, informative cookbook . . . [recommended] especially to customers looking for fresh, meaningful ways to interpret and celebrate the sabbats.”—New Age Retailer“This book is so full of interesting tidbits that I have yet to even tell you about the great recipes.” —3Circle Magazine “Absolutely a feast for the eyes, and provides ways to create feasts for the other senses. What a treat..” —Pagan Network News

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Celestial Arts (September 27, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0890879958
• ISBN-13: 978-0890879955
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 0.6 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #695,362 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You don't have to be into Wicca to enjoy this, December 14, 2003

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Scarletaka "Stacey" (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Wicca Cookbook: Recipes, Ritual, and Lore (Paperback)

You don't have to be into Wicca to enjoy this book. I enjoy cookbooks and it is hard to find many that have good recipes that are easy to fix. I don't follow Wicca or practice it, but I loved this cookbook.

The recipes are comfort food style recipes that are generally easy to make. They have covered everything in this book from Bread to Dessert. I love the bread recipes and the basic stuffing recipe is easy and delicious.

Just don't avoid this book because it is Wiccan, if you do you are missing a gem of a cookbook. The history and lore and interesting reading, but it's the recipes that are wonderful and savory.

What I like most is that this book has recipes that are good quality without being pages and pages of ingredients and recipes. Many of them are basics that you can use in a variety of different ways. This is my favorite cookbook. My only complaint is that it isn't longer, but that's not really a complaint at all:)

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars First time I read a cookbook cover to cover!, November 30, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Wicca Cookbook: Recipes, Ritual, and Lore (Paperback)

I'm so glad I was lucky enough to acquire a copy of this book. The recipes are organized around the eight sabbats, with a delicious dish for every season! The historical information and folklore included with each recipe makes it truly unique. Cooking is transformed into a personal, spiritual experience. The ingredients include lots of fresh herbs, fruits, and even edible flowers. I'm delighted with it, and I haven't even cooked anything yet!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating Book, Yummy food!, October 19, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Wicca Cookbook: Recipes, Ritual, and Lore (Paperback)

I have always been interested in learning about Wicca and I was really excited to find this book! The Wicca Cookbook gave me all kinds of information about Wicca in a really easy, comfortable way. I didn't feel intimidated by it at all. The rituals, herb knowledge, and history all blended together is fascinating. The medieval woodcuts that illustrate the book give it a special, historical feel. The recipes are really wide-ranging and yummy, and the rituals give me something to think about whenever I am cooking.