Best Western U.S. Cooking, Food & Wine Books of 2025

The Half Baked Harvest Cookbook: Recipes from My Barn in the Mountains by Tieghan Gerard features 125 farm-to-table recipes that are both flavorful and easy to make. Gerard's unique approach to comfort food has made her blog and cookbook series a hit. From Korean beef bibimbap to salted caramel-stuffed chocolate cookies, each recipe is accompanied by a beautiful photograph that will make your mouth water. The book has received glowing reviews from Epicurious, Colorado Homes Magazine, BookPage, The New Potato, and The Chalkboard Mag. This cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves delicious, creative recipes that are perfect for both weekday nights and weekend revels.

Not That Fancy by Reba McEntire is a photo-driven book that takes readers back to the basics of life. McEntire shares her Oklahoma-style truths, stories, and recipes that guide her life. She invites readers to slow down, get back to basics, and have a heckuva lot of fun. The book includes nearly 200 photographs from McEntire's childhood, career, and personal life, never-before-told stories, and more than 60 recipes. Overall, Not That Fancy is a delightful read that offers simple lessons on living, loving, eating, and dusting off your boots.

The cookbook "Comfort Food The Cowboy Way: Backyard Favorites, Country Classics, and Stories from a Ranch Cook" by Kent and Shannon Rollins offers over 125 recipes of hearty comfort food for the family, inspired by their life on the range. The book features stories and cowboy history intertwined with recipes, from classic Southern and Western favorites to Mexican-style dishes and backyard grilling. This cookbook is a must-have for anyone looking to slow down and enjoy a great meal with even better company. Overall, the book is a delightful combination of mouth-watering recipes and entertaining storytelling that makes it stand out from other cookbooks.

The Lilo and Stitch: The Official Cookbook is a delightful collection of over 50 Hawaiian recipes inspired by the popular Disney movie. Written by Native Hawaiian chef Tim Rita, the cookbook features both traditional Hawaiian dishes and original recipes based on foods featured in the film. From Ahi Poke to Hukilau Haupia Cake, the easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful food photography will inspire both beginner and advanced chefs alike. With meals for the whole family, this cookbook celebrates the diverse flavors of Hawai’i and the beloved characters of Lilo and Stitch. A must-have for fans of the movie and those who love to cook.

A Taste of Cowboy: Ranch Recipes and Tales from the Trail is a delightful cookbook by Kent Rollins that takes readers on a journey through the American West with mouth-watering recipes and engaging storytelling. From labor-saving breakfasts to hands-off dinners, Kent uses pantry ingredients to create comfort food that satisfies. The book is a must-have for anyone who loves good, honest food and wants a glimpse of a vanishing way of life. With stunning photos of the American West and Kent’s lively tales and poetry, A Taste of Cowboy is a perfect addition to any cookbook collection.

The cookbook "Faith, Family & The Feast: Recipes to Feed Your Crew from the Grill, Garden, and Iron Skillet" by Kent and Shannon Rollins offers a delightful blend of southern and western cuisine with a side of spiritual values. The authors invite readers to sit at their table and enjoy dishes such as Honey-Chipotle Chicken, Cracklin' Cornbread, and Homemade Cherry Almond Ice Cream. The book features stunning photos, inspirational sayings, and cowboy poetry that capture the essence of family, community, and appreciation of life's blessings. This cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves comfort food and wants to experience the slow and deliberate lifestyle of rural America.

Aloha Kitchen: Recipes from Hawai'i [A Cookbook] by Alana Kysar is a beautiful cookbook featuring 85 fresh and sunny recipes that reflect the cultural diversity of local Hawaiʻi food. From plate lunch to shave ice, Kysar introduces the history and geographic origins of beloved dishes like saimin, loco moco, and shoyu chicken. The book also includes transporting photography and engaging writing that paints an intimate and enlightening portrait of Hawaiʻi's cultural heritage. Overall, Aloha Kitchen is an eye-opening introduction to the rich tradition of local Hawaiian cuisine and a must-have for anyone interested in exploring the multiethnic culture and food history of Hawaii.

Feels Like Home: A Song for the Sonoran Borderlands is a memoir by Linda Ronstadt that takes readers on a journey to the place her soul calls home, the Sonoran Desert. Through this book, Ronstadt shares her intimate memories of growing up as the granddaughter of Mexican immigrants and a descendant of Spanish settlers near northern Sonora. The book is a portrait of a place, a genealogy of sorts, and a celebration of marvelous flavors and indomitable people on both sides of what was once a porous border. The book features recipes for traditional Sonoran dishes and a bevy of revelations for Ronstadt’s admirers. Overall, this book is a heartfelt tribute to the beauty and magic of the Sonoran Desert.

The Canning Meat Cookbook for Beginners is an ultimate guide to canning and preserving meat, ensuring that you always have fresh and affordable meat in your kitchen. This field-tested book provides a detailed canning guide with tips and tricks to safely can and preserve meat, avoiding common beginner mistakes. It also includes essential information on various approaches to food canning, along with 1000 days of affordable and easy-to-prepare meat recipes. Whether you want to build up an emergency supply of food, expand your homesteading skills, or enjoy the fun benefits of canning at home, this book is a must-read for budget cooking enthusiasts.

The National Parks Cookbook is a delightful collection of more than 70 recipes inspired by America's national parks. The book includes signature dishes from the top 10 national parks in the country, original recipes inspired by park flora and fauna, and local culinary specialties. The book is part cookbook and part escapist lifestyle book filled with stunning travel photography and national park history. Readers can take a food-driven tour through the parks and enjoy memorable recipes from breakfast to dinner, appetizers to dessert, and cocktails. The National Parks Cookbook is a must-have for anyone who loves national parks, cooking, and travel.