Around The World In Your Kitchen is more than a cookbook, it is a year-long passport to flavor. Created by author, illustrator, photographer, and former U.S. Navy Culinary Specialist Alex VianaHart, this vibrant collection blends storytelling, travel memories, cultural insights, and original artwork into one unforgettable culinary adventure. Yes, it is every bit as fun as it sounds.
Structured as a 12-month, 12-country journey, this book invites readers to explore the world through dishes that are approachable, authentic, and definitely not boring. Each month highlights a new country: Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Guam, the United States, Mexico, Honduras, Peru, France, Germany, Greece, and Turkey. Every chapter features one soup, two main dishes, and one dessert that reflect the heart and flavor of that culture. It is global cooking without needing a layover.
Across 48 recipes, Alex shares the dishes that shaped his travels, challenged his skills, and connected him to people across the globe. From the bold spices of Mexico to the comforting warmth of German cuisine, from the fiery heat of Thailand to the island charm of Guam, readers are guided through recipes that prove international cooking does not have to be intimidating. It just has to taste good.
And food is only the beginning.
Each chapter includes:
-Original illustrations that add color, culture, and plenty of personality.
-Personal anecdotes from Alex's adventures and life abroad.
-Photographs capturing each dish in its full mouthwatering glory.
-Cultural notes that honor the traditions and people behind the recipes.
-A calendar-style layout that turns every month into a mini world tour.
Whether you are a confident home cook or someone who just learned where the "simmer" setting is, Around The World In Your Kitchen offers a warm (and occasionally spicy) invitation to explore the flavors that make our world so beautifully diverse. Alex's passion for culture, food, and art shines through every page, making this cookbook equal parts delicious and meaningful.
With heartfelt stories, immersive visuals, and recipes packed with personality, this debut cookbook turns every month into a new passport stamp and every meal into a ticket around the globe.
