Kitchen Matters - by Pamela Salzman (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Pamela Salzman shares a simple but powerful mantra with the students who attend her famed cooking classes: Eat well, live well, be well. Now, in Kitchen Matters, she shares the recipes that have won the praise of Nicole Richie, Rashida Jones, Audrina Patridge, and other mega-fans. Customizable for vegetarian, vegan, and grain-free diets, the recipes rely on accessible veggie-forward ingredients that are anti-inflammatory and nutrient-dense. Both practical and elegant, Kitchen Matters offers a roadmap for new and busy home cooks to begin including more wholesome foods every day, for meals as nourishing as they are unforgettable.

"Isn't [Pamela] amazing? I couldn't boil water and now I regularly make dinner for my family." -- Jenni Kayne, fashion designer

Review Quotes

"Kitchen Matters is packed with tasty, enlivening homemade meals that are so easy and approachable, they become second nature. It's an incredible resource for anyone who's looking to rid their pantry of processed foods and get on a path to a healthier kitchen and lifestyle."--Jodi Moreno, author of More with Less and whatscookinggoodlooking.com

"Beautifully and profusely illustrated throughout, Kitchen Matters is an impressive compendium of palate pleasing, appetite satisfying, kitchen cook friendly recipes that would grace any and all dining occasions."
--Midwest Book Review

"Browsing through Pamela's recipes always makes me feel hungry and this book is no exception. She has a real talent for combining fresh, real ingredients in a way that simply makes you want to eat them. Whether you're just getting started with cutting out processed food or you're a seasoned cook, her easy and delicious recipes and simple philosophy will appeal to just about anyone!"--Lisa Leake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of 100 Days of Real Food

"Her food is refreshingly un-preachy; the emphasis is on showcasing seasonal produce at its peak."
--Sunset magazine

"Pamela is one of the most well-respected cooking teachers in Los Angeles, and this culinary bible is the next best thing to sitting with her, taking in her vast knowledge of whole, natural food cooking."--Catherine McCord, weelicious.com, author of Weelicious and Weelicious Lunches

"This cookbook is for everyone; gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, or vegan. Not to mention, the recipes are delicious and loaded with my favorite 'Fab Four' wild proteins for muscle tone, healthy fats for glowing skin, plus loads of fiber and antioxidant-rich vegetables for gut health!"--Kelly LeVeque, BeWellByKelly.com, Holistic Nutritionist & Health Coach

"When I became a mom, cooking healthy meals at home became a priority. Pamela's teaching and recipes make it super easy! Her tips for planning meals and prepping ahead have changed my life."--Molly Sims

"You'd better be standing in a kitchen when you flip through this book for the first time-the enticing color photos of the dishes will make you want to start cooking immediately."
--Taste for Life

About the Author

Pamela Salzman is a certified holistic health counselor and full-time cooking instructor. She lives in Manhattan Beach, California, with her family.