The Most Anticipated Cookbooks of 2025
Whenever I plan my New Year’s Resolutions, some iteration of “cook at home more often” finds its way on my list. Sure, there are the usual reasons for this, like saving more money or getting more nutrients in my diet. But as I browse shelves of new cookbooks, I know that the one I bring home will not only teach me new skills but also help my mental well-being.
I appreciate the way learning new recipes makes me focus on the present as I cook, and it gives me a built-in opportunity to spend time with my husband after busy workdays. Plus, you can learn to make your favorite meals whenever you want (a dangerous and wonderful power)!
As you prepare your culinary TBR for the coming months, take note of these highly anticipated cookbooks of 2025. You’ll find plenty of recs perfect for the aspiring or seasoned chef, from comprehensive guides like Bread: The Ultimate Cookbook and Real Japanese Cooking to practical, accessible picks like Shred Happens. All are organized by release date so you know when to look for them at your local library or bookstore.
Let’s get your to-read lists—and your dinner plans—in order with the best and most anticipated cookbooks of 2025!
 Bread: The Ultimate Cookbook by Cider Mill Press (January 14)Learning to bake bread can be daunting. With a mix of traditional and modern recipes, this collection makes that goal a surmountable and fun challenge. As you practice favorites like sourdough and challah, you’ll also learn the techniques that make these recipes successful. |
 Coastal: 130 Recipes from a California Road Trip by Scott Clark and Betsy Andrews (March 11)Kick off your spring reading with a vicarious road trip! With Dad’s Luncheonette café owner Chef Scott Clark as your guide, you’ll explore 130 recipes inspired by the California coastline, along with mouthwatering photography. |
 Mother Sauce: Italian American Family Recipes and the Story of the Women Who Created Them by Lucinda Scala Quinn (March 11)Edited by Mad Hungry creator Lucinda Scala Quinn, this cookbook compiles over 100 Italian-American recipes and the stories of the women who created them. Come for the delicious comfort food and stay for the thoughtful interviews and curated archival photos. |
 Cook Once, Eat Twice: Time-Saving Recipes to Help You Get Ahead in the Kitchen by Nadiya Hussain (March 18)Great British Bake Off 2015 winner Nadiya Hussain is back with not one but two cookbooks this spring! Cook Once, Eat Twice focuses on recipes with shared ingredients to get the most out of your time and budget throughout the week. Then, keep an eye out for Rooza: A Journey through Islamic Cuisine Inspired by Ramadan and Eid, in which Hussain shares 30 main meal and dessert recipes for the month of Ramadan. |
 SHRED HAPPENS: So Easy, So Good by Arash Hashemi (March 18)Inspired by his Middle Eastern and Mediterranian upbringing, fitness influencer Arash Hashemi shares high-protein recipes that are as filling as they are appetizing. Of special focus here are simple meals that readers can fit into their weekday schedules. |
 Fat + Flour: The Art of a Simple Bake by Nicole Rucker (April 25)Simplicity may be James Beard nominated chef Nicole Rucker’s focus, but this collection stands out for its innovative takes on classic desserts. Along the way, she also teaches baking techniques that readers can keep using beyond a single recipe. |
 Real Japanese Cooking: Traditions, Tips, Techniques and Over 500 Authentic Recipes by Makiko Itoh (May 20)Food writer Makiko Itoh credits her love of Japanese cuisine to growing up with her mother, who ran a celebrated New York City restaurant for over 20 years. At over 500 pages, her latest cookbook offers a comprehensive guide to Japanese cooking with accompanying visuals and frequently asked questions. |
As you continue building your culinary skills, try these cookbook recommendations and learn to cook more intuitively in the kitchen.
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