Gorgeous Jerrelle is the kind of recipe writer who knows that fancy doesnt need to be complicated... When she says you can do this in less than 30 minutes, no less you can trust her. Cup of Jo [ We Fancy] is an ode to embracing the simple twists that can level up meals to extraordinary heights [ this book] is sure to appeal to anyone whos willing to take a fancy sideroad. Chris Morocco, food director "Jerrelles definition of fancy is fantastic! It does not require fancy ingredients, tools, parties, or any of the other conventionalities like that, rather its a state of mind that you can access with what you have to make the everyday task of cooking dinner more magical. This book is as much a self improvement book as it is a cookbook and it will leave you feeling deeply inspired in a way thats not just good for your belly, but also good for your soul." Molly Yeh, New York Times bestselling author and Food Network host An original and imaginative book Nigella Lawson For anyone struggling with burnout or just in need of a new outlook, Jerrelle Guy beckons us to turn inward, slow down, and revel in cooking without expectations or limits. With Jerrelles own mind set free, she guides us down the rabbit hole to a wonderland of glittery mocktails and towering avocado deviled eggs, sticky maple-glazed salmon and shattering brûléed yogurtdishes that are equal parts self-care, unbridled creativity, and profound deliciousness, all plated fancily, not for lavish parties, but for us. Kristen Miglore, author of Food52's Genius Recipes cookbook series We Fancy is a book for this moment Jerrelle reminds us that the foundation of a nourishing and happy life begins with how we feed ourselves. We Fancy offers a blueprint for reimagining your life and appreciating what you already havestarting in the kitchen. One of the many things I love about this cookbook is Jerrelles emphasis on imagination and play while cooking. Im excited to use these vibrant recipes to add more sparkle into my life!Klancy Miller, Author of For the Culture: Phenomenal Black Women and Femmes in Food "We Fancy is a new book for new times--it is playful, optimistic, and utterly delicious--like a dinner party I never want to leave, with Jerrelle Guy as our consummate host. There is a world of flavor and joy in these pages." Sarah Copeland, author of Feast, Every day is Saturday and Instant Family Meals [ This] book will make you feel fabulous. Guy turns pantry staples into dazzling meals to remind us that fancy is a mindset. We recommend her nearly instantaneous risotto, artichokes in the perfect butter-wine sauce, and olive-oil brownie pudding topped with chopped nuts. Katie Couric Media Jerrelle shares a personal story that many will relate to, inviting readers to discover a new way to savor everyday moments. She presents a variety of recipes that are fun, comforting, modern, and accessibleeven for novice cooks. In a noisy world, We Fancy helps us find joy within our homes. Neha Ruch, USA TODAY Bestselling Author of THE POWER PAUSE Guy manages to make dishes feel special without complicating them We Fancy is so much more than a compilation of recipes. For Guy, its an emotional return to cooking and caring for herself." -ALLRECIPES
In We Fancy, Jerrelle Guy elevates recipes with simple ingredientsThe Berkshire Eagle
Technically, this title already came out this February, but we're including it in this spring round-up because it's too good for folks to miss. We Fancy is the latest from Jerrelle Guy, the Dallas-based author of the James Beard Award finalist Black Girl Baking. The premise of her new book is that "fancy" doesn't have to be expensive, time-consuming, or hard. Her "Nearly Instantaneous Risotto," for example, delivers restaurant-level elegance without all the stirring or stress. If you want dining in to feel special while using pantry staples to get there, then this is for you. Southern Living
