Elvira's Cookbook from Hell is a tongue-in-cheek collection full of sauce, humor and fun by everyone's favorite mistress of the dark, Cassandra Peterson. Released 30th Sept 2025 by Hachette on their Grand Central imprint, it's 224 pages and is available in hardcover and ebook formats.
The book is arranged around thematic menus, complete with serving suggestions and recipes: beastly brunch, romantic graveside picnic, tricks 'n' treats, dining with the dead, macabre monster movie munchies, etc. There are 10 occasions in all, including a wedding feast. All are presented with Ms. Peterson's trademark wit and style. It's a very fun book.
Recipes
contain a description and background introduction, ingredients in a
bullet list, and step-by-step cooking instructions. Ingredient
measurements are supplied in imperial (American standard) measurements only.
The
nutritional information is not included. Extra tips or recipe
alternatives are listed in text boxes in the recipes. There are several vegan/vegetarian friendly recipes included. Presentations are, thematically, true to the aesthetic of the book (there's a breakfast puff pastry pie shaped like intestines and stuffed with sausage, for example).
The photography
is well done and abundant; most of the recipes are illustrated with
photographs which are clear and well done. Many of the recipes which aren't vegan-friendly could be
made plant based with a little experimentation. The entire book has a fun, utterly irreverent, campy vibe.
Four and a half stars. Definitely one to thrill folks who love themed parties, or Elvira, or fun.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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