Stews: One-Pot Comfort Food From Around The World, Reviewed

  

I love cheering on enthusiastic young talents who achieve great success, and Xavier Bramble, the TikTok sensation and self-proclaimed “CEO of Stews,” is a perfect example. He started by running a student food service from his dorm room, gained fame on BBC’s Young MasterChef, and now has released his vibrant debut cookbook, Stews: One-Pot Comfort Food From Around The World. 

 

This is a lively, colorful collection of 100 global recipes that celebrate the timeless tradition of gathering around a simmering pot of bold, flavorful comfort food. Drawing from cuisines worldwide, it features the warm spices of India, Cajun classics from the American South, hearty French dishes, and much more. Bramble delivers truly innovative takes on stews you'll rarely find elsewhere, including:

 Greek Beef Stifado

West African Chickpea Stew 

Chile Colorado

Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

French Beef Bourguignon

Moroccan Sea Bream Tagine 

 

The book is beautifully laid out with stunning, full-color photos of nearly every dish, clear and concise instructions, and a comprehensive index—a feature I’ve come to truly appreciate in cookbooks. 

To be honest, as an avid stew lover, I might only make a handful of these recipes myself, since some call for harder-to-source ingredients (like goat meat, which isn’t easy to find in my area). That said, Bramble has impressed me with the quality, variety, and creativity of his offerings. He proves there’s still room for fresh ideas in the world of stews. The book is inclusive too, with plenty of options for vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free diets. 

 Overall, this is an inspiring and joyful celebration of one-pot cooking—perfect for anyone looking to expand their stew repertoire with global flair. 4 out of 5 stars.

 It’s scheduled for publication on February 24^th; you can pre-order your copy here.

 I will be trying a number of these recipes; they will be featured on my sister blog, Olla-Podrida, so be sure to subscribe for updates.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for providing me with an advanced digital copy in exchange for an honest review.

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